Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian - Tri-County Animal Clinic

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• **Stay connected to the medicine you love, with a team that values your experience | Flexible Per Diem/Relief scheduling |** **Competitive compensation | Local heart.
• National strength.** **Position Overview** Join PetVet Care Centers as a Per Diem/Relief Veterinarian (DVM or VMD) at **Tri-County Animal Clinic**.
• You'll step into a locally led hospital where the team knows its community, supports one another, and shares a commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care, backed by the resources of the PetVet Care Centers network.
• **Tri-County Animal Clinic** in Louisa, Kentucky,is proud to be a cornerstone of pet care in our close-knit community with over 25 years of trusted service.
• Our clinic provides a comprehensive range of services; from preventive care and diagnostics to surgery and cold laser therapy.
• **You care for pets.
• We care for you.** **Why You'll Love Working Here** Tri-County Animal Clinic offers an environment where doctors can practice great medicine, feel respected, and have a life outside of work.
• Here, you'll find: * 4-day work week * No on-call requirement * Clinical autonomy * Surgical laser for soft tissue surgeries * We're passionate about delivering high-quality, personalized care while forming meaningful, long-lasting relationships with our clients.
• * Our support staff team members go above and beyond to provide your patients with top-of-the-line care.
• * Medical Director has brought a high standard of dental awareness to the clinic along with the desire to provide a gold standard of care.
• * High skilled and collaborative team, mentorship available **Why Per Diem/Relief Work at Tri-County Animal Clinic** For Doctors seeking greater flexibility, Tri-County Animal Clinic offers Per Diem/Relief opportunities that allow you to choose shifts aligned with your availability while helping the hospital maintain continuity of care.
• You'll continue doing what you do best while supporting a team and community that value your contribution.
• * Choose shifts that align with your availability and schedule * Keep your clinical knowledge and skills active through advances in veterinary medicine, offering a wide range of services including surgeries, dental care and internal medicine.
• * Bring your experience to patients, clients, and a team that needs it * Earn competitive compensation for the care you provide * Stay connected to the profession during a career or life transition * Experience Tri-County's team, culture, and approach to medicine firsthand Compensation for the Per Diem/Relief schedule option will be commensurate based on shifts worked.
• Specific coverage expectations, shift length, frequency, employment classification, and any applicable benefit eligibility will be confirmed during the hiring process.
• **Flexibility Options & Work-Life Harmony** If flexibility is important to you, but Per Diem/Relief work isn't quite what you're looking for, let's connect.
• We'll work together to explore schedule options that align with how you want to work.
• Ready to take the next step?
• For questions or a confidential career conversation, contact **Lindsay Aimar at laimar@petvetcarecenters.com** **Key Responsibilities** * Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups * Client communication and education * Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery if desired * Maintaining accurate medical records * Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols * Promote teamwork and staff efficiency * Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations * Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge * Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld * Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels * Performs other duties as assigned by Management.
• **Qualifications (Required)** * Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university * Current State Veterinary License * DEA registration must be obtained and maintained * 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice * Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• * Excellent surgical and dental skills.
• (optional) * Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• * Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• * Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• * Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
• * Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• * Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• * May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• * Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
• * Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• **Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)** * Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals.
• Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations.
• Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
• * Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
• * Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients.
• Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
• * Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
• * Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
• * Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
• * Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.
• **About PetVet Care Centers** Our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people by providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter.
• **Because life is better with pets.** We deliver the **Ultimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time.** That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.
• At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a **Culture of Care** - for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible.
• With **more than 400 hospitals across the U.S.** and a team of over **11,000 dedicated professionals**, including **1700+ veterinarians**, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
• Our model is built on **partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy**, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community.
• Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
• **You care for pets.

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