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Northeast Veterinary Hospital (NEVH) in Cornelia, GA is an AAHA-accredited hospital that is focused on providing outstanding patient care to cats, dogs, exotic pets, and pocket pets while offering the latest in treatments and diagnostics. Surgical procedures include ACL repair and other orthopedic surgery, mass removal, soft tissue surgery, dental surgery, and spay/neuter.
We are equipped with digital dental and whole-body radiography, ultrasound, photobiomodulation/laser therapy, in-house bloodwork, iSTAT blood gas machine, VetPro 1000 dental unit, electroacupuncture, capnography, Doppler blood pressure, and PT/rehab equipment. We believe strongly in mentorship, cultivating a positive work environment, daily rounds, and CE that is conducive to long-term emotional, academic, and financial fulfillment.
The Veterinarian is responsible for providing high-quality care to our patients while also developing rapport with their owners. In addition to physical examinations, surgeries, and dentistry, client communication and client education are of the utmost importance. It’s important that SVP Veterinarians treat each pet and client like part of the family.
Description
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, and 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.
Treat every client like family and each patient like your own pet.
Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Georgia
Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
The ability to make decisions and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members
Respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets
Compassionate team player who can uphold a great reputation with clients
A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics