Veterinary Specialty Hospitalhas a unique opportunity for a Neurology Hospitalist. This is an opportunity for a small-animal veterinarian currently working in general or emergency practice and interested in working within a dynamic neurology department.
We are looking for a veterinarian with at least 1-2 years of general practice or emergency experience with an interest in neurology to join our team to support our patients through their treatment and care.
Our focus is to provide the ultimate experience to every client and to provide outstanding medical service with the highest standard of care. We are a highly collaborative service that strives for a personalized medicine approach to our cases. We work closely with our specialists, emergency doctors, technicians, client care staff and our referring veterinarians to provide great care to our patients and their human companions.
Skills and Qualifications
A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
Ability to become licensed to practice in the state of California.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, diplomatic attitude.
Job Responsibilities
Clinical schedule is limited to Monday-Friday during normal office hours
Working closely with our neurologist to screen rechecks, follow ups and provide continuity of care for our existing patients. (no new consults)
Overseeing anesthesia for patients undergoing diagnostic imaging with the support of licensed veterinary technicians and neurology intern.
Establish a good rapport with referring veterinarians, including communication; assistance in their professional growth and education through recommendations and interaction on referred and shared cases; ongoing development of a positive and professional working relationship; participation in Continuing Education involving the local referral community.
Assist in the development and training of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
Ability to assist with marketing the services of the specialty practice through a variety of outreach programs, some of which include: making hospital visits to referring veterinarians, assisting with local CE meetings, answering calls from referring veterinarians promptly, helping with production of hospital newsletters and case reports.
Our Hospital:
VSHSD is a 24-hour state of the art emergency and specialty hospital in San Diego County. Specialties include Internal Medicine, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Cardiology, Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Dermatology, Emergency and Critical Care.
Our Team: We are a talented, energetic, and personable team. We focus on delivering exceptional patient care and client service while maintaining a hospitable culture of teamwork and camaraderie. We create opportunities for success in all that we do through empowerment and a well communicated vision for our business. Our staff includes 28 board-certified specialists who provide the most comprehensive veterinary medicine available in the region. Other specialties include dermatology, emergency and critical care, internal medicine, medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, ophthalmology, and surgery. We have an on-site veterinary pharmacist. Our doctors are supported by an amazing team of technical staff that are highly skilled and motivated.
The San Diego area: San Diego boasts beautiful beaches, the diverse cultural and recreational opportunities of a large city, and temperate weather to appreciate them year-round! Your work will be as appealing as our city!
Veterinary Specialty Hospital and Ethos Veterinary Health:
VSH is part of the Ethos Veterinary Health (www.ethosvet.com) network of hospitals, providing our clinicians the opportunity to be part of a larger network of hospitals, but still maintain our distinctive identity. The focus of Ethos is on advancing veterinary medicine, along with providing high quality, compassionate care. Our advancements center around three main areas: Transformative Science, Knowledge, Collaboration
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package and a desirable work schedule.
Interested applicants should be highly motivated to provide the highest quality patient and client care in an environment that prizes collaboration and innovation. Please send a CV to Jill Taylor, jtaylor@ethosvet.com.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
