Job Book for PENNSYLVANIA 
Date Posted:June 9, 2008
Practice Name:PA Department of Agriculture
Address:Office of Human Resources 2301 North Cameron Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Phone:(717)787-1065
Practice Type:Equine
Job Type:Associate
The PA Department of Agriculture, State Horse and Harness Racing Commission has openings for temporary Veterinarians, at the following locations: Presque Isle Downs, Erie, PA The Meadows Race Track, Meadow Lands, PA Valley View Downs, opining Spring 2009, Lawrence County, PA Pocono Downs Race Track, Wilkes-Barre, PA Penn National Race Track, Grantville, PA Philadelphia Park Race Track, Bensalem, PA Chester Downs Race Track, Chester, PA These positions are responsible for evaluating horses, conducting examinations, administering medications and diagnosing medical problems at the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's State Horse and Harness Race Tracks. An active veterinarian license is required. Salary rate is $280 per diem. These positions work on a standby basis with a flexible schedule. Interested candidates should send a resume, a completed Personal Data Sheet (available at http://www.hrm.state.pa.us/pds) and a letter of interest, indicating location(s) availability.
Date Posted:May 20, 2008
Contact Person:Russell Redding
Practice Name:Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture
Address:2301 North Cameron Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Phone:(717)787-1065
Job Type:Faculty
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) has an opening for Director, Bureau of Animal Health & Diagnostic Services located in Harrisburg, PA. The Director is responsible for the programs related to the prevention and control of poultry and domestic animal diseases, diagnostic laboratory services and provides support services to the Animal Health and Diagnostic Commission. Applicants must complete and submit a Personal Data Sheet, letter of interest and resume to the Office of Human Resources for this position no later than June 13, 2008. The Personal Data sheet is available at http://www.hrm.state.pa.us/pds. Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and accomplishments, up to $118,084 plus a bonus incentive plan and a generous benefits package. Required 10 years of experience in the diagnosis and management of animal diseases in a university, governmental, industrial or private. Five years experience in a supervisory capacity directing professional and technical staff. Possession of a DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA approved college.
Date Posted:March 10, 2008
Contact Person:Jennifer Perch or Sharon Lachette
Practice Name:White Haven Veterinary Hospital
Phone:(570)443-0966
E-Mail:vethosp@pa.metrocast.net
Practice Type:Small
Job Type:Associate
Great Opportunity to join and expanding small animal practice in the Pocono Mountains. We are growing (moving) into our third building in May, 2008 - a 12,000 sq ft ultramodern well equipped hospital. Our area abounds in the beauty on the outdoors - the ideal location for skiing, hiking, white water boating, biking. Our new hospital is conveniently located at the intersection of Route 80 and the NE extension of the PA turnpike - only 2 hours from NYC and Philadelphia. We are solidly committed to providing exceptional customer service and high quality medicine. Effective utilization of our skilled staff permits doctors to practice efficiently. Emergencies are shared bettwen three emergency/specialty facilities. Special interests are welcome as is future partnership. Competitive salary and benefits. Contact Sharon Lachette, VMD at White Haven Veterinary Hospital, (570)443-0966 or vethosp@pa.metrocast.net or Jennifer Perch, business manager at (570)443-0966.
Date Posted:February 28, 2008
Contact Person:Geoffrey H. Wright
Practice Name:Wright Veterinary Medical Center
Address:3247 Wimmer Road
Bethlehem, PA 18020
Phone:(610)865-2611
Fax:(610)861-0228
E-Mail:rkromer@wrightvet.com
Practice Type:Small
Job Type:Associate
Associate veterinarian, full/part time wanted starting Spring 2008 for a 10-doctor, AAHA certified small animal and exotics hospital in Eastern Pennsylvania. Modern facility, great mentorship experience of an internship with pay of an experienced veterinarian. Please visit our website at www.wrightvet.com.
Date Posted:February 28, 2008
Contact Person:Dr. Sean Smarick or Melissa Rubin
Practice Name:Alleghney Veterinary Emergency Trauma & Specialty (AVETS)
Address:4224 Northern Pike
Monroeville, PA 15146
Phone:(412)373-4200
Fax:(412)373-4250
E-Mail:smarick@avets.us, rubin@avets.us
Practice Type:Emergency
Job Type:Internship
AVETS has a position for a board-certified or residency trained internist. Join the fastest growing multi-specialty referral hospital in the greater Pittsburgh area. AVETS has an established 24 hour emergency service staffed by experienced and internship-trained veterinarians. Fluoroscopy and Hemodialysis are currently being installed. The id3eal internist will enjoy working in a team oriented referral hospital where academic discussion and collaboration is welcome, while seeing a diverse, yet reasonable, case load and occasionally teaching externs, interns, and residents.
Date Posted:February 18, 2008
Contact Person:John Payne
Practice Name:Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialists
Address:882 Butler Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
Phone:(412)492-9920
Fax:(412)492-8082
E-Mail:Website: www.pvs-ec.com
Practice Type:Small
Job Type:Internship
Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center (PVSEC) is currently accepting applications for our small animal rotating internship program. PVSEC is the largest and most diverse specialty referral hospital in Western Pennsylvania. We currently have 4 surgeons, 2 internists, 2 ophthalmologists, a dermatologist and a criticalist. We are occupying a new 30,000 sq ft facility.
Date Posted:February 15, 2008
Contact Person:Patricia O'Rourke
Address:6 Audubon Court
Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Practice Type:Small
Job Type:Associate
Great mentoring opportunity! Seeking small animal veterinarian to complement our 10-doctor practice. We are a well-established family-oriented practice located in scenic Northeastern Pennsylvania. Our newly constructed, state-of-the art, computerized, facility is equipped with five exam rooms, two surgical suites, in-house lab, intensive care unit and isolation ward. We also have an ultrasound unit with telemedicine capabilities, endoscopy and a new x-ray unit. We offer a flexible schedule and a competitive salary with a benefit package that includes health insurance, paid vacation, 401(k) and continuing education reimbursement. Special interests encouraged as well as buy-in potential. No after hours emergency duties. Recent graduates and experienced veterinarians are encouraged to send cover letter and resume to Patricia O’Rourke, 6 Audubon Court, Bloomsburg, PA 17815, or e-mail through our website – www.Bloomsburgvet.vetsuite.com.
Date Posted:February 1, 2008
Contact Person:Virginia Kresge
Practice Name:Cats With No Name
Phone:(717)222-4085
E-Mail:catswithnoname@comcast.net
Practice Type:Small
Job Type:Associate
Job Description Unique job opportunity for veterinarian graduate working with a high volume mobile spay/neuter program in central Pennsylvania. Veterinarian must be able to perform vaccinations and spay/neuter surgeries for cats and dogs. Vet should also provide other medical services for these animals when required. Salary according to experience, full or part time, and abilities to perform. If graduate student we can start you with vaccine clinics and provide you with tutoring for spay/neutering procedures. We will consider part time applicant. We will consider last year vet student. Flexible schedule. No medical equipment or previous clients needed. No scheduling or office staff duties. We have a relaxed and fun atmosphere. This is a 2006 mobile unit and the clinics are held at different locations. The program has run successfully for a year with this particular mobile unit and for 5 years with others. Clinic locations are flexible as well.
Date Posted:January 24, 2008
Contact Person:Sharon Welsh
Practice Name:Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Associates at Hickory Veterinary Hospital
Address:2303 Hickory Rd
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Phone:(610)828-8465
E-Mail:swelsh@hickoryvet.com
Practice Type:Emergency
Job Type:Associate
Pa. Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Associates at Hickory Veterinary Hospital is looking for a General Practice veterinarian to join our busy general, referral and emergency practice located in Plymouth Meeting, PA. Responsibilities would include office appointments, medical and surgical care of patients, diagnostics and compassionate client communication. Our facility is located in historic Plymouth Meeting, PA just 20 minutes northwest of Philadelphia. Our hospital has on staff 16 veterinarians (including surgeons, oncologist, dermatologist, cardiologist, radiologist and chiropractor), 25 technicians as well as a competent, caring and compassionate office and kennel staff. We are a well-established growing, progressive AAHA certified hospital open 24 hours a day. We have state of the art equipment and access to a local MRI facility. We are currently expanding our facilities so that we can continue to improve and maintain the quality of patient care and services to our clients. Salary is competitive based on experience. Our benefits include vacation, health insurance, continuing education, due, etc. DVM or VMD. Applicant must have good client communication skills, friendly, motivated and be able to work as part of the veterinary team. We are interested in both full-time and part-time applicants. Newly graduated veterinarians may apply for this position.
Date Posted:January 20, 2008
Contact Person:Alexis R. Snow
Practice Name:Conneaut Lake Veterinary Hospital
Address:14405 Conneaut Lake Road
Meadville, PA 16335
Phone:(814)382-5446
Fax:(814)382-6903
E-Mail:clvet.businessmgr@zoominternet.net
Job Type:Associate
Our progressive, companion animal hospital is nestled in the rolling hills of Northwestern Pennsylvania and is equidistant between Pittsburgh, Buffalo, and Cleveland. We enjoy great hunting, fishing, cultural events, skiing, boating, camping, and other fun outdoor activities. We are looking for a FT/PT associate to join our team. New graduates are welcome to apply. Our exceptional staff of 15 is supportive, kind and compassionate. We boast modern equipment, laser aided surgery, full in house laboratory, acupuncture, full dental suite, ultrasonography, radiography, fully computerized facility, and a full pharmacy. Great schedule. Benefits include health insurance, professional liability, licensure fees, retirement plan, continuing education, and vacation. Pay is based on the Pro-Sal Model. Buy in potential. Email letter of intent and curriculum vitae to clvet.businessmgr@zoominternet.net. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate contacting myself.
Date Posted:January 14, 2008
Contact Person:Dr. Sherrill Davison
Practice Name:The University of Pennsylvania
Address:New Bolton Center 382 West Street
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Practice Type:University
The Department of Pathobiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania has a staff veterinary position in the Laboratory of Avian Medicine and Pathology. The successful candidate must have a DVM or equivalent degree. In addition, the candidate should be certified by the American College of Poultry Veterinarians, or be board eligible. An advanced degree in epidemiology, pathology or microbiology and clinical and diagnostic experience are highly desirable. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with colleagues, poultry producers, service personnel, students and researchers are essential. Responsibilities will include: oversight of the necropsy service of cases presented to the Field Office located in Manheim, PA, involvement in field investigation of new or serious problems of poultry flocks, teaching of veterinary students, participation in continuing education programs for poultry industry personnel, and involvement in appropriate clinical research. Applicants are invited to submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, official transcript or certification of degree(s), together with the names of three references to: Dr. Sherrill Davison, Chair of the Search Committee, University of Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center, 382 West Street Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348. The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer