Veterinarian

• Previous experience in the veterinary field prior to college and during college.
• Exotic Internship
• Degree Bachelor of Science
• Degree Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
• Texas License

You must be energetic with superior communication and client education skills. You must possess a flexible, outgoing and team-oriented attitude. Veterinarians must be personable, enthusiastic, compassionate, self-motivated, dynamic, articulate and extremely knowledgeable in dog, cat, avian and exotic medicine. An entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for veterinary medicine is necessary.

Veterinarians must be competent to perform the necessary medical, surgical and dental procedures to which AAHV clientele are accustomed. Experienced veterinarians or new graduates with long-term business relationship desired. Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits and compensation are competitive. (Association dues, license fees, malpractice insurance paid. CE, health insurance allowances.) Rotating EMS duty, adequate time off and vacation. Salary based on experience plus EMS Pay.

Knowledge of:

• Standard surgeries
• Laser technology
• Endoscopy
• Echo Sound
• Radiology
• Blood Diagnostics
• Anesthesia
• Immunizations – make up and effectiveness
• Dog, Cat, Avian and Exotic:
  • Anatomy
  • Infectious diseases
  • Immune system
  • Nutrition and Metabolic diseases
  • Toxicology and Pharmacology
  • Dermatology
  • Ear, nose and throat
  • Respiratory
  • Cardiovascular System
  • Hemolymphatic System
  • Gastrointestinal and digestive system
  • Endocrine System
  • Urinary System
  • Reproductive System
  • Perinatology
  • Intensive Care
  • Locomotor System
  • The nervous system and behavior
  • Ophthalmology
  • Oncology
  • Pharmaceuticals and proper applications per species
• Public relations
• Business management
• Medical practice management
• Governing Agencies and liabilities
• Current medical issues

Ability to:

• Integrate textbook knowledge into practical, qualified application
• Practical assimilation of diverse information for accurate diagnostics, ie:
  • CBC’s and Blood Chemistries
  • Electrolytes
  • Radiology
  • Echosound
  • Symptoms
  • Examination history
  • Medical records
• Progress with technology
• Utilize current technology practically
• Perform basic surgeries in an optimal time frame
• Manage staff to accommodate maximizing your professional time
• Clearly communicate with client
• Resolve conflicts positively
• Manage time
• Educate self, staff and clients
• Lead
• Prioritize
• Organize
• Document
• Research
• Write articles
• Speak publicly
• Network within the community
• Attend veterinary functions and continuing education