Relief Veterinarian - (Cornerstone Animal Center)

Veterinarian Position at Cornerstone Animal CenterWe are seeking a qualified veterinarian to fill open shifts at the Cornerstone Animal Center in Visalia, CA. Interested professionals with proven surgical skills, a commitment to teamwork, a positive attitude for problem solving and communication, and the desire to learn and grow should apply. We are open to providing training to DVMs who are interested in improving their high quality, high volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN) skills.

Shifts are scheduled based on your availability.Essential Duties and Functions:Assess animals pre- and post-operatively to ensure appropriate candidacy for surgery and healingPerform 25-30+ high quality spay/neuter surgical procedures per day for client-owned and shelter animals, as well as community cats.Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications of outpatient animals as well as oversee vaccination clinic.Follow and support all organizational and medical protocolsAdhere to aseptic/sterile techniques throughout surgical processMust be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environmentCollaborate with staff to ensure proper collection of data to maintain comprehensive and detailed medical records in compliance with all laws/regulations.Provide select veterinary services including mass removals, wound management and other minor procedures in accordance with Cornerstone Animal Center guidelines.Comply with all laws pertaining to controlled drugs and work with our pharmacy staff as needed to follow prescription protocols.Triage and refer cases that do not fall within the clinic's parameters of care as appropriate.Administrative Duties:Keep thorough and accurate medical records in compliance with all laws/regulations and collaborate with partner shelter administrative staff to ensure proper collection of dataOpen Communication:Facilitate good working relationships through professional demeanor, teamwork and collaborationFacilitate and participate in open communication throughout the Cornerstone Animal Center.Embrace and promote Cornerstone Animal Center's direct communication program.Safety:Ensure a safe work environment, following all safety guidelines and modeling safe work practicesTake immediate action to address any safety concerns that could put a staff member, volunteer, client, animal, or the organization at riskMaintain a clean, healthy, and sanitary work area; follow all pest and rodent control protocolsParticipate in keeping the work environment clean and well-maintainedReporting Relationships and Contacts: Reports to the Executive Director, Cornerstone Animal CenterRequirements:Graduated from an accredited veterinary medical college – DVM or equivalentLicensed to practice in the State of CaliforniaExperience in HQHVSN or shelter medicine is a plus, but not requiredCommitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of the Cornerstone Animal CenterDemonstrated aptitude in clinical medicine and surgeryDemonstrated success in working with a diverse team of professionals, skilled in managing varied relationships and successful at facilitating collaboration and cooperationKnowledge of methods and means of dealing with human behavior situations in a variety of business circumstancesProficient in effective written and oral communication within a varied range of audiences and settingsAbility to mediate conflicts and give and receive feedbackWillingness to work the hours necessary to accomplish targeted responsibilitiesAbility to delegate responsibility, achieve and measure results with team membersCommitment to practice excellent quality medicine and uphold the veterinary code of ethicsPhysical Requirements and Work Environment: The physical requirements described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions.Regular standing, bending, stooping and crouching while seeing patients and performing surgeryIntermittent sitting at computer stations and operation of electronic equipmentRegularly moves about the campus to coordinate workFrequent lifting, carrying animals weighing up to 50 poundsExposure to disinfectant solutions when in kennel areaSubject to animal bites and scratches while handling animalsConsistent exposure to animals in the workplace and animal allergens under conditions with limited alternatives availableSalary and Benefits: Compensation is $1,300 per shift worked. (Clinic days can vary, 6-10 hours)Eligible for the following benefits: You will be covered by the Cornerstone Animal Center's Worker's Compensation and Professional Liability insurance; sick time accrual that meets California state law, inclusion in all Cornerstone Animal Center hospital meetings and continuing education events. In addition, the Cornerstone Animal Center will contribute payroll taxes and withhold appropriate local, state, federal and social security taxes on your behalf and issue a W-2 at the end of the year (rather than a 1099).The Cornerstone Animal Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions, and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The Cornerstone Animal Center is an at-will employer and may conduct pre-employment background checks and drug screening depending on the role.