Description
SEEKING BOARD-CERTIFIED OR BOARD-ELIGIBLE ASSOCIATE FOR ALL-AVIAN/EXOTICS SPECIALTY PRACTICE IN NY
Work full-time with Dr. Laurie Hess, ABVP (Avian Practice) and Dr. Jonah Marion (ABVP Reptile/Amphibian residency-trained) at the Veterinary Center for Birds & Exotics (www.avianexoticsvet.com) - an all-bird and exotics-only AAHA-accredited practice in Westchester County, NY, in a beautiful/affluent suburb approximately 45 miles north of Manhattan.
Comprehensive medical and surgical care for birds (parrots, poultry, waterfowl), reptiles, amphibians, ferrets, rabbits, rodents, and other pet exotic species using state-of-the-art equipment including digital radiography, CT, ultrasonography, in-house laboratory, laparoscopy, laser, electroshock therapy, Ligasure, and acupuncture/herbal medicine. Avian/exotic animal caseload approximately 5000 cases/year. Technicians are licensed. Opportunity to consult with other board-certified specialists in internal medicine, radiology, ophthalmology, oncology, cardiology, dermatology, and surgery. Affiliation with local 24-hour emergency clinics providing support for emergencies and overnight hospitalized cases so no need to come in on emergency call.
Ideal candidate will have completed a residency in avian, small mammal, reptile, or zoo animal medicine, plus be an enthusiastic and energetic team player, have good communication skills, and be licensed or license-eligible in New York.
Great opportunity to continue to learn hands-on by seeing a variety of cases in a busy but supportive environment with an experienced board-certified mentor to coach you through the board-certification process.
Great benefits including competitive compensation, paid healthcare, continuing education, association memberships, and vacation time/time off to study for boards. Access to extensive library of exotic animal books, literature, and digital resources. Salary commensurate with experience.
Please submit inquiries and resume to Dr. Laurie Hess at Lhess@avianexoticsvet.com, (914) 450-4281.
Requirements
Completion of a residency in avian, small mammal, reptile, or zoo animal medicine, plus licensed or license-eligible in New York state.
