Veterinarian (Emergency) - South area - 3 days' work week

Job Description:

• Deliver high-quality emergency and critical care to small animals and exotic species during scheduled shifts.
• Attend daily inpatient rounds at the beginning and end of each shift to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide medical consultations for emergency cases during both day and night shifts.
• Conduct thorough physical examinations and implement appropriate diagnostic procedures, including TFAST/AFAST ultrasounds, blood panels, radiographs, endoscopy, and CT imaging.
• Interpret diagnostic test results accurately to formulate and execute comprehensive treatment plans.
• Stabilize and treat critically ill patients suffering from trauma, poisoning, and acute medical conditions.
• Perform emergency surgeries and administer advanced medical therapies as required.
• Prescribe medications based on clinical assessments and diagnostic findings.
• Collaborate closely with veterinary technicians, support staff, and specialists across departments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively and empathetically with pet owners, providing clear explanations of treatment options, prognoses, and follow-up care instructions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient medical records, including diagnostics, treatment plans, progress notes, and updates.
• Assist in the seamless transfer of cases between departments and coordinate with external referral clinics when necessary, including preparing discharge summaries and referral updates.
• Manage a high caseload efficiently while maintaining professionalism and composure in a fast-paced environment.
• Uphold veterinary ethical standards and comply with the clinic’s clinical protocols and guidelines.
• Engage in continuing professional development to remain current with advancements in emergency veterinary medicine.
• Provide mentorship and training to ECC team members when needed, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in emergency and critical care veterinary practice.
• Postgraduate certificate in Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in endoscopy and gastroscopy is an advantage.
• Must hold a veterinary degree recognized by the Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to $14,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person