Veterinarian (Part-Time)
Description
At Guiding Eyes for the Blind, we are passionate about connecting exceptional dogs with individuals for greater independence. We are dedicated to creating and supporting life-changing connections between people and dogs. So, if you are passionate about helping people and dogs, we would like to hear from you!
At our facilities we breed, raise, and train exceptional dogs. Then we connect them to people who are seeking increased freedom and independence, so that together, they can experience all kinds of life adventures. As one of our Veterinarians, you will play a key part in making that happen!
As one of our Veterinarians, you will practice high quality veterinary medicine in a rewarding environment while becoming an expert on our Labrador Retrievers and German Shepherds. With us, you will be working alongside a close-knit, supportive team to ensure optimal health for our dogs from breeding through retirement and all stages in between. Services are offered at no cost to our Puppy Raisers and graduating teams, allowing you to provide meaningful, top-notch veterinary care at our full-service Veterinary Hospital without the pressure of sales.
This position will primarily report to our Yorktown campus with travel to our Patterson campus as needed.
The Role
This position is 14 - 18 hours per week
- Perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures as well as large, mature dog spay and neuters
- Develop appropriate courses of treatment for our puppies, breeding dogs, training dogs as well as those selected to become successful guides
- Ability to discuss the physical exam and diagnostic findings with the client (Puppy Raisers, Trainers, and Graduates) and create treatment plans to deliver the highest quality of veterinary medicine
- Stay current with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications You Will Need
- Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent
- Excellent teamwork as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills
- A commitment to client service
- Reliability, high level of integrity and punctuality are essential
- Strong organizational skills
- Physically able to handle 65-75 pound dogs
- Must have a valid Driver’s License
Guiding Eyes for the Blind offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 403(b)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
Salary Range $58k - $63k. The provided compensation range represents the low and high of the range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on industry standards and may be above or below the range; determinations will be made based on numerous factors.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F, D/V
Must be authorized to work in the United States