Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for direct interaction with company producers and the oversite of health-related protocols for wean-to-market operations located in the Midwest.
The position will handle health related farm issues, determine both immediate and long-term action plans to address these issues and communicate that with both production management as well as Tech Services.
Responsibilities include working with farm personnel to assess health issues and coordinating with the Technical Services department to develop strategies that address those issues; collaboratively developing improved processes around production management, health management, and biosecurity; conducting farm assessments and evaluations; and assisting in training farms on proper implementation of established health-related SOP's.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine with ability to practice Veterinary Medicine in the United States.
Experience: Three years plus related experience. Time in veterinary college counts towards experience.
Computer Skills: Standard computer skills; may require use of the Business Computer System.
Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills.
Special Skills: Requires licensure or willingness to obtain licensure in Indiana and Illinois and potentially other Midwest states; a thorough understanding of diseases and disorders detrimental to the welfare of swine.

OTHER:

Travel: 10 or more domestic trips per year.
Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques. While performing the duties of this job the team member is regularly required to stand walk sit use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms balance stoop talk or hear. The team member must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.
Personal Protective Equipment Required: When visiting facilities is expected to follow the required safety procedures and wear the required personal protective equipment.
Biosecurity: When visiting jobsites bio secure environments showering before entering the facilities is required. Appropriate clothing and footwear are provided by the Company. The Company Animal Welfare Policy must be followed at all times.

Veterinarian – Pork Live Production

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