DescriptionAt 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, and are looking for a practice where every patient receives extraordinary care, attention and love, 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! Working with our dogs will inspire you. As one of our Veterinarians, you will love supporting our mission as you practice high quality veterinary medicine in a rewarding environment while becoming an expert on our Labrador Retrievers and German Shepherds. With us, your expertise ensures our amazing dogs receive the best possible care and their optimal health is maintained from breeding through retirement and all stages in between, all while you work alongside a close-knit, supportive team. You will love working with our clients (the feeling will be mutual!) and you'll never have to write another estimate again since services are offered at no cost to our Puppy Raisers and graduating teams. This will allow you to provide meaningful, top-notch veterinary care at our full-service Veterinary Hospital without the common private practice challenges of dealing with financial constraints. Here, all necessary resources are at your disposal to ensure each dog receives the care and follow-up it deserves. This position will primarily report to our Yorktown campus with travel to our Patterson campus as needed. The Role
- 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
- Enjoy and excel in a group of fellow veterinarians - be able to respectfully collaborate and follow-through on cases keeping a team approach to ensure quality and consistency in the care of our dogs
- 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:
- Competitive and generous healthcare (Medical/Dental/Vision)
- Life Insurance
- 403(b)
- Generous Paid Time Off Policies and Holidays
Salary Range: $120k - $150kPlease include a cover letter with your application to share why you're excited about contributing to our mission and becoming part of a team that values your well-being and professional growth.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F, D/VMust be authorized to work in the United States