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Associate Veterinarian (multiple openings)

Miller & Associates - Brewster

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Employer: New York Veterinary Associate P.C., d/b/a Miller & Associates  

Job Title: Associate Veterinarian (multiple openings)  

Job Location: Brewster, New York

Job Type: Full Time

Rate of Pay: $85,051.00 - $90,000.00 per year


Duties: Conduct appointments via mobile ambulatory service whereby horses are seen at their own facilities. Perform examinations on horses per client requests and advise on treatment protocols and procedures. Perform veterinary treatments on horses as a result of said examinations, including joint therapies, dentistry, reproductive services. Perform pre-purchase examinations to assess suitability of horses for clients as requested. Evaluate, treat, and perform diagnostics on sick and injured horses. Prescribe medications for sick or injured horses as needed. Direct referrals to equine hospitals or additional veterinary specialists as needed. Perform field surgery. Counsel clients on sick or injured horses that require euthanasia decisions and perform euthanasians. Operate diagnostic equipment such as digital x-ray, shockwave therapy and ultrasound. Collect blood, bodily fluids, tissues, etc. for laboratory testing. Perform basic laboratory testing at clinic laboratory, including routine bloodwork (CBC, Chemistry, Fibrinogen, Amyloid). Prepare samples for outside laboratory testing. Inoculate horses against various diseases, including rabies, West Nile virus, influenza, and rhinopneumonitis. Maintain continuing education requirements for licensure by attending and participating in various lectures and educational seminars. Perform administrative tasks, including billing for client services, entering medical notes, and following up with clients on cases with technician oversight.


Requirements: Employer will accept a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and 1 year of experience in the job offered or in a Veterinarian-related occupation.



Position requires experience in the following:

  • Obtaining thorough medical histories of equine patients via medical evaluation, international paperwork/passport review (when applicable), detailed medical record review, competitive/performance history review, and discussions with client regarding future goals and expectations;
  • Developing equine vaccination strategies for scenarios including health certifications, lifestyle considerations, and show circuit outbreaks;
  • Administering medications via various routes, including intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM), subcutaneous (SC or SQ), oral, and intranasal;
  • Handling and restraining horses in order to perform lameness exams, including handling, jogging technique, and hard pad assessments; and,
  • Evaluating lameness and performing diagnostic nerve blocks in equine patients.


License Requirement: Candidate must be a graduate from an AVMA accredited college or have successfully passed the ECFVG certification program or the PAVE certification program. Must be eligible for state licensure.  



National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com. 

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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