Overnight ER Veterinarian

Come FIGHT with us!!!

Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic, located in growing Lakeland, FL, is an overnight emergency care animal clinic seeking a FT ER Veterinarian to help us achieve our mission of changing the world.

We are focused on developing people personally and professionally to achieve their dreams. Be part of something HUGE!

Who we are:

AscendVets is a multi location, locally owned and operated Veterinary team. Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic has been serving the local community for more than 30 years with a legacy of caring and compassion.

AscendVets Core Values:

FIGHT

We are FEARLESS

We are INNOVATIVE

We are GRATEFUL

We are HUMBLE

We are TRANSCENDENT

Who you are:

• A compassionate Vet with fantastic communication skills who wishes to be the trusted guide for our ‘hero’ pet parents.
• A passionate team member who is committed to changing the world, one pet at a time!
• A driven leader focused on outcomes, with the heart of a teacher.
• An honest caring person who strives for a client experience unlike any other.
• An innovator with a lifelong hunger for learning and development with a passion for animals.
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with license to practice in the State of Florida.

Education and Experience

• Veterinarian degree (DVM) from accredited college or university. ABVP preferred
• D.V.M. licensed in Florida
• D.E.A licensed in Florida
• Experience as a D.V.M. in a practice is desirable, but not required.
• DEA registration must be maintained
• Liability Insurance
• A minimum of two years of previous ER experience or four years of clinical practice experience
• Experience with managing critical and advanced medicine cases.
• Flexibility to be available at various shifts/times
• Must demonstrate desire to continue learning in veterinary care and participate in leading staff training

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Significant continuing education achievements, beyond licensing requirements.
• Ability to recognize that teamwork is essential for a quality practice; ability to work as a team member as well as a doctor.
• Working knowledge of and interest in the business aspect of veterinary practice.
• Willingness to stay after hours or work extra hours when needed.
• Interest in marketing and growth of the practice.
• Display tact and diplomacy with staff members and clients.
• Perform basic computer skills, type 30 words per minute.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
• Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

1. Noise from barking/crying dogs and cats

2. Danger of being bitten or scratched by small animals

3. Exposure to:

Toxoplasmosis

Leptospirosis

Giardia

Gas anesthesia

Cleaning Products

Radiation

Drugs and chemicals under OSHA

Rabies

Euthanasia drugs

Other potential zoonotic diseases