A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
Veterinarian Animal Clinic of Benson - 5.0 Kent, WA Job Details Full-time $110,000 - $160,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Customer communication Doctoral degree General dentistry Interpersonal skills Diagnostic radiology Internal medicine Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Medical terminology Full Job Description A well-established companion animal hospital located in Kent. We are looking for a veterinarian to provide care in the areas of internal medicine, surgery, dentistry, ophthalmology, reproduction, and routine preventive medicine. Our clinic specializes in dogs, cats and occasionally smaller animals. Your day-to-day as a veterinarian includes performing examinations, diagnosing, radiology, ultrasounography, client education, and prescribing medicine. If you love being around animals and are committed to offering them the best possible healthcare, we'd like to meet you. Ultimately, you'll act as the point of contact for pet owners, whether it's to treat illnesses and injuries or to advise on animal nutrition and general care. We are looking for a veterinarian with experience who multi-tasks well. Our hospital is open Monday-Friday 8:30-5:30 and 8:30-12:30 on Saturdays, and weekends are on a rotational shift. Lunch is from 12:30-1:30 with a closed-door policy. Responsibilities Examine animals and check their health status Diagnose illnesses and determine the best treatment Dress wounds of injured animals Vaccinate animals to prevent diseases Prescribe medication Advise pet owners on nutrition, preventive healthcare and general care Update client records Skills Work experience as a veterinarian; at least 3 years' experience Experience conducting various types of diagnostics, vaccinations and health checks on animals Knowledge of medical equipment (e.g., X-ray machines) and anesthesia procedures Problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain medical terms and conditions using simple language Availability to take Saturday shifts Patience and love for animals
Salary:
Negotiable upon experience Requirements Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Excellent communication skills Team player--willing to pitch in were needed
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$110,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance
Education:
Doctorate (Preferred)
License/Certification:
DVM license (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred)
