Internal Medicine Consultant

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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PURPOSE OF JOB: 

The Internal Medicine Consultant is responsible for providing accurate, timely, professional and friendly peer-to-peer (veterinarian-to-veterinarian) medical consultation to Antech clients. Consultations may occur in any area of small animal internal medicine but generally focus on the diagnosis (test interpretation and / or selection), treatment, monitoring and prevention of medical diseases of canine and feline patients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Peer to peer consultation with Antech clients regarding interpretation and / or selection of laboratory results and case management.

• Achieve and maintain superior knowledge of Antech offerings and services, including proprietary testing.

• Build and strengthen rapport with clients in the process of consultation.

• Assist in other duties relevant to consultation services and other Antech departments.

• Attend consultant meetings and continuing education seminars.

• May be asked to participate in enterprise initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned.

• May be asked to participate in the creation or provision of client support materials (e.g., presentations, webinars, support documents, videos, podcasts, etc.) as required.
   

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent, with active license in the state or province where the applicant resides.

• Board-certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine (ACVIM) or equivalent (i.e., ECVIM) with active ACVIM status / registration.

• Minimum 5 years clinical experience since completing board certification.

• Track record of high-quality continuing education.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:   

• Excellent verbal (over the phone and in person) communication skill including: listening, asking the right questions to understand the situation and the client’s needs, ability to explain and distill down medical concepts in a collegial, professional and clear way, communication with kindness and empathy.

• Proven ability and willingness to learn how to navigate challenging conversations.

• Excellent written communication skills.

• Verbal and written communication skills to extend to communication with colleagues within and across Antech departments.

• A strong commitment to practicing the highest standards of medical quality and staying abreast of the emerging medical literature while upholding  the veterinary code of ethics.

• Very comfortable with use and mastery of information technology platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft programs (Outlook, Teams, Word, Powerpoint, Excel, etc.), Cisco Systems, proprietary lab-based programs, and willingness to be flexible, learn and adapt to new technologies, as they emerge.

• Ability to identify areas of potential opportunity, suggest ways to solve a problem or capitalize on an opportunity alongside a willingness to do the work to see it through to fruition.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to prioritize and stay organized, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

• Proven ability to work effectively with clients and management is required.

• The ability to work effectively remotely with minimal supervision.

• Preference will be given to candidates able to work a 40 hour per week schedule (5 x 8 hour days) and the schedule (days of the week and hours) as offered.

We are a rapidly growing, stable company with excellent advancement opportunity. We offer a great benefits package and associate pet health benefits too! If you are passionate about animal healthcare, are motivated by making a difference we want to hear from you!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at Antech Careers