Associate Veterinarian

Westover Animal Clinic located in Chicopee, MA is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our practice!

We are a well-established, full-service, small animal veterinary hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care.

We provide a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. We also work closely with local practices when special diagnostic procedures are required.

Our hospital provides:

       a well-stocked pharmacy

       in-hospital surgery suite

       in-house x-ray capabilities

       Preventative and wellness care

       Diagnoses and treatment of illnesses (mild to complex) and injuries

       Management of chronic disorders and diseases

       Advanced diagnostic procedures such as digital x-ray, and ultrasonography

       Reproductive and urogenital diagnosis and treatment

       Acupuncture

       Soft tissue and basic orthopedic surgery 

       Dental services with digital x-ray

Click here for more information on this hospital:  www.westoverac.com

Qualifications

       A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university. 

       Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed. 

Job Responsibilities

       Develop a rapport with clients and determine their needs and wishes; perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures in a way that will deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort. 

       Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet?s problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pet to the client; educate clients on preventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products.

       Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient. 

       Stay up-to-date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attend Continuing Education meetings. 

       Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service. 

       Positively represent the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.

       Other duties as assigned.

If you are looking for a career adventure and an opportunity for unmatched personal growth, we want to hear from you.