April 2017 WVMA Voice by Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association

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From the President Politics, Politics, Politics!

From the Executive Director Reflections from Haiti: A life-changing experience

In the News VFD Rule and Implementation – What we know to-date

Legal Briefs Immigration Concerns Affecting Veterinary Medicine

WVMA/OSHA Alliance Ionizing Radiation Protection for Veterinary Medical Clinics – Part II

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WVMA Member Presents at UW Department of Pediatrics Grand Rounds By Bailey Quam, WVMA communications and project specialist On March 9, Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA) Member, Dr. Keith Poulsen spoke at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Pediatrics Grand Rounds. His talk titled, “Is ‘I grew up on a farm’ Enough to Protect your Patients from Zoonotic Disease?”, was a part of the WVMA’s Public Health and Food Safety Committee’s goal to educate human doctors on the One Health model. “The talk was relevant for the group because it focused on zoonotic disease” says Dr. Poulsen, who has a split appointment at the School of Veterinary Medicine and Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. “The pediatrics department is a great place to start sharing information because children are at a higher risk for infections of zoonotic and foodborne disease compared to adults.” Grand Rounds is held weekly and the audience consists of people from the Department of Pediatrics at UW Health including medical students, residents, fellows, and attending clinicians from UW Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital, and Meriter Hospital. Dr. Poulsen’s presentation focused on two specific diseases, salmonella and listeria. “Many times physicians see these diseases and know they are related to contact with animals or animal products, but they don’t always totally understand the background of why this occurs,” says Dr. Poulsen. “I spent a significant amount of time explaining why kids are exposed and what things like dairy bull calves and silage are.” According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), “pediatricians are asked to consider animal-related issues in daily practice by taking a history of animal contact and consulting and collaborating with local veterinarians.” Speaking at Grand Rounds is one way to encourage relationships and contacts within the two medical fields. There were three take home messages for Dr. Poulsen’s presentation: 1) Just because you live on a farm, doesn’t mean you are immune from zoonotic pathogens; 2) Less than 10 percent of children grow up on farms compared to over 50 percent of their grandparents and great grandparents, so they don’t have exposure immunity; and 3) Use the WVMA and Wisconsin veterinarians as a resource for your practice. Dr. Poulsen’s presentation has opened the door for future One Health interactions and the WVMA has been invited to present again in the future l

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Politics, Politics, Politics!

Dr. Scott Spaulding

November 4, 1980, I distinctly remember the first Presidential election I participated in. Yes, 1980 seems like a long time ago, because it is; 37 years is a long time. Today, 1980 seems like a different time; my point of reference has certainly changed; has the process changed? The 2016 election cycle was unlike any previously witnessed. The United States electorate has so many platforms to engage in the political process, so many voices are now being heard. The news cycle relentlessly grinds on 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It’s easy to feel like our voices aren’t heard, like we have no input, like we’re irrelevant. WVMA members have a valuable platform amplifying our voices, a resource advocating on our behalf. We need to be aware of it, we need to be involved with it, we need to financially support it. The Wisconsin Legislature’s actions directly effects many WVMA members’ professional and business activities. WVMA political advocacy asks the legislature to take action on behalf of Wisconsin veterinarians and veterinary practices during each session. During every election cycle, legislative candidates ask veterinarians to support campaign activities. The VetMed PAC, a state Political Action Committee, was formed by the WVMA, enabling membership to easily support candidates for Wisconsin state elective offices. Unlicensed practice of veterinary medicine undermines our profession, jeopardizing the health and welfare of our patients. The Veterinary Examining Board oversees the veterinary practice act and was formerly housed in the Wisconsin Department of Professional Services. The WDPS was ineffective at investigating cases of unlicensed practice. The WVMA and VetMed PAC, under Attorney Jordan Lamb’s extraordinary leadership, lobbied the Wisconsin Legislature to move the Veterinary Examining Board from the WDPS to Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. This was accomplished in 2015, the investigation of unlicensed veterinary practice is actively progressing, numerous cases have reached successful conclusions. What does VetMed PAC do? • Contributes to campaigns of candidates who recognize and understand the critical roles veterinary medicine plays in communities and in managing animal and human health issues. • The WVMA Political Action Committee selects candidates from both sides of the aisle to receive VetMed PAC financial support. • The PAC committee solicits WVMA members’ financial contributions to the VetMed PAC. The contributions must be personal contributions, no corporate contributions can be accepted. How can you help? • The WVMA Political Action Committee welcomes member input regarding candidates understanding of veterinary medicine. This is your platform, an opportunity for your voice to be heard. • Contributions of $25 or $50 made by numerous WVMA members goes a very long way. This is an efficient and effective way to become involved. Support the VetMed PAC, ensure your voice will be heard, ensure you remain relevant in politics, politics, politics! l

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Reflections from Haiti: A life-changing experience

Kim Brown Pokorny

In February, I had the opportunity to travel to Haiti as part of a veterinary mission trip. Haiti is the second poorest country in the western hemisphere and it was a life-changing experience that I have reflected on every day since returning. Instead of sharing what we did every day, I will share what I found to be the most eye opening. We were in the northern in part of the country near Cap Haitien where we worked with animals and their owners. Here are my reflections based on my experiences with the culture, people and animals we had the opportunity to provide care to. • Haiti is in desperate need of jobs. People spend their days just standing around and burning time because jobs are so hard to come by. When it comes to countries that are less off, you might think you are helping the people by giving them “free stuff” but in reality we aren’t helping that much. Aid providers need to help establish skills that jobs and businesses can be built from. This is important for their long-term sustainability. We all have our days when work doesn’t go as we had hoped and we get frustrated or down. After Haiti, I am blessed I have a job and can provide for my family. • The role of animals in Haiti is significantly different than in the U.S. For example, the horses are small and used to carry people and product up and down the mountains and to markets. Some have saddle sores and it puts tourists in the dilemma of do I pay for the service of the horse to carry me up to the Citadel or not? While it is natural instinct to say, “No, I will walk”, the reality is, if the horse isn’t working, then the family won’t eat that day or week. For many families, the horse is their only source of income. It comes down to whether a child is going to eat or not, which makes those decisions even more difficult. Thanks to Dr. Judy Batker, the Citadel horses receive veterinary care at least twice a year through her donation of time. She records their health status and shared with me that the horses look significantly better than they did a few years ago. • Government is something most of us complain about, but after this trip, I am thankful for the government system we have. Haiti’s roads are horrible. Dirt roads with non-stop holes the size of vehicles. There is no garbage disposal and the people believe it is the government’s job to collect it. Since the government doesn’t, garbage is thrown anywhere and everywhere. CONTINUED ON PAGE 9

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VFD Rule and Implementation – What we know to-date By DATCP staff Liz Meils, state apiarist, and Heather Bartley, feed program specialist As of January 1, 2017 the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) Rule is now in effect. This means that in order to purchase and apply medically important antibiotics to your beehive, you need either a VFD Order or a Prescription from a licensed veterinarian—depending on the treatment you require. Before a vet will issue one of the above, you will need to establish a Veterinarian Client Patient Relationship (VCPR). A “veterinarianclient-patient relationship” is defined in Title 21, the Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act, Section 530.3(i), and means a relationship between a veterinarian, a client and the patient in which all of the following apply: 1. A veterinarian has assumed the responsibility for making medical judgments regarding the health of (an) animal(s) and the need for medical treatment, and the client (the owner of the animal or animals or other caretaker) has agreed to follow the instructions of the veterinarian; 2. There is sufficient knowledge of the animal(s) by the veterinarian to initiate at least a general or preliminary diagnosis of the medical condition of the animal(s); and 3. The practicing veterinarian is readily available for follow-up in case of adverse reactions or failure of the regimen of therapy. Such a relationship can exist only when the veterinarian has recently seen and is personally acquainted with the keeping and care of the animal(s) by virtue of examination of the animal(s), and/or by medically appropriate and timely visits to the premises where the animal(s) are kept. The VCPR is the prerequisite that establishes an important professional supervision over the beekeeper by the veterinarian. Start by asking your current vet for other animals in your care if he/she will work with your bees, otherwise check out http://www. honeybeeveterinaryconsortium.org/ or http://beevets.com/ to see if there are any vets in your area willing to work with bees. Another option includes local bee clubs; several around Wisconsin have identified vets in their club’s area willing to work with all the member beekeepers.

(NADA N138-938, N008-804, N095-143 ). While a VFD is not required to purchase a Type A medicated article (like Terramycin concentrate), in order for a beekeeper to apply the terramycin/powdered sugar mix to a hive, that beekeeper is still required to acquire a VFD Order issued by a vet prior to manufacturing a medicated feed using the Type A medicated article. VFD orders can be filled by manufacturers/ distributors of VFD medicated feeds. Lists of approved mills and distributors by state can be found on FDA.gov, keyword search: “VFD distributor list by state”. A distributor can manufacture/distribute/sell a “reasonable” amount of medicated feed to fulfill the VFD order. That means, if the VFD calls for 0.8 lbs. they can sell the whole 2 lb. package. That being said, a beekeeper will need to be aware that they cannot use the remaining 1.2 lbs. without a second VFD. A VFD is for a ONE-TIME treatment, and typically does not require a diagnosis. That, again, is the purpose of the professional supervision established by the VCPR. Work with your veterinarian to make sure the VFD is filled out completely and identifies the number of hives and the duration/ intervals of treatments. Currently there are no approved VFD drugs that allow refills or reorders. VFDs have an expiration date, to be determined by the veterinarian, not to exceed 6 months. If the VFD order will expire before completing the duration of use on the order, the beekeeper will need to contact the vet to request a new VFD order. Prescriptions are written for oral dosage medications with active ingredients Tylosin tartrate or Lincomycin hydrochloride such as Tylan or Lincomix. Prescriptions will typically be filled by the veterinarian. Another option would be to identify a pharmacy that is an authorized compounding pharmacy.

In Wisconsin, it will be the Federal Food & Drug Administration, DATCP Feed Program and the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) who will inspect for compliance with this rule. As some details are not yet worked out, it would be in the beekeepers best interest to keep thorough records for all medication applications including written prescriptions or VFD orders, date, dosage, number of colonies, locations of apiaries at the time of Under the VCPR, and based upon historical experience and administration, etc. Beekeepers, Veterinarians, Pharmacies and knowledge, the beekeeper and veterinarian work together to Distributors must retain all records for at least two years after the determine when a VFD order is necessary. VFD Orders are written for issue date of the VFD order or prescription. l medicated feed such as Tetra-B mix, Terramycin, OXTC and OTC 50 **Note: Fumagilin is not classified as a medically important antimicrobial drug for humans and therefore does not fall under the VFD Rule.

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Immigration Concerns Affecting Veterinary Medicine By Raluca Vais-Ottosen, Esq., immigration attorney, DeWitt Ross & Stevens, s.c. Much has been discussed about immigration in recent months. With increased emphasis on enforcement of existing laws and proposals for changes in the law, it is timely to highlight the requirements of current law, and comment on how a proposed change might affect veterinary medicine practices.

$1,782 per each form. And if the employer takes an adverse action against a new hire triggered by an over-documented practice, despite the employee being authorized to work, then the penalties may range from $445 to $3,563 per each instance. The penalty may increase to $17,816 per instance for repeat violators.

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In sum, there is a fine line between doing your due diligence to avoid hiring undocumented workers, and avoiding document discrimination and over-documenting. As noted above, I-9 mistakes can be very costly. However, many I-9 mistakes can be corrected and, if done properly, may shield the employer from liability in the event of a government audit.

Employers have one universal obligation under immigration law: to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Process for each new hire. This applies to all employers and all new employees, including U.S. citizens. The purpose of the I-9 process is to spot new hires who are not authorized to work in the U.S. At the same time, the process is designed to avoid discrimination against foreign nationals who are authorized to work. It is reasonable to anticipate that I-9 audits will receive greater emphasis. Liability Exposure For I-9 Violations Many employers mistakenly believe that so long as all their workers are U.S. citizens or otherwise authorized to work, it does not matter if their I-9 verifications are done correctly. In fact, failure to properly conduct the I-9 verification exposes the employer to civil liability that can range from $216 to $2,156 per each form found to be incorrect. This is even if the employee to whom the incorrect I-9 pertains is a U.S. citizen. If the employee turns out to lack employment authorization, then the liability increases and it may range from $539 to $4,313 per unauthorized worker, and it can go up to $21,563 per unauthorized worker in the case of repeat violators. This can quickly add up to six or seven-digit fines against employers. For instance, a Washington orchard was recently fined $2.25 million for improper I-9 practices and hiring undocumented workers. In addition, no company is too small to be audited or penalized. A mom and pop convenience store with only two employees, both U.S. citizens, was investigated and fined because neither employee had an I-9 on file. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Better Safe Than Sorryâ&#x20AC;? Not A Good I-9 Strategy For fear of hiring undocumented workers, many employers request additional documents from job applicants, especially those who appear to be foreign. But over-documenting may constitute employment discrimination with penalties ranging from $178 to

Possible Change Puts TN Visas At Risk Veterinarians and Animal Scientists from Mexico and Canada are eligible for TN visas which allows employment authorization for up to three years, with the possibility for renewal. There is no quota on the number of TN visas that can be issued each year, so eligible applicants do not have to wait in line or be subject to a lottery to get this type of visa. However, the TN visa is a product of the NAFTA agreement, which the current administration has under review. If the United States pulls out of the NAFTA agreement, then the TN visa classification will disappear. If the NAFTA agreement is renegotiated, the status of TN visas will depend on the terms of the revised agreement. If the TN visa is eliminated, then Veterinarians and Animal Scientists from Mexico and Canada will have to compete with their colleagues from the rest of the world for H-1B visas, a category that has a quota and has been so oversubscribed in recent years that the government subjects all applications to a lottery. There are 85,000 H-1B visas issued annually, and 20,000 of those are reserved to individuals with a graduate degree from a U.S. university. For fiscal year 2017, there were over 240,000 H-1B applications filed in the first five days of the filing season. Eliminating the TN visa classification will have a significant impact on veterinary clinics, dairy farms and animal breeders who rely on Veterinarians and Animal Scientists from Mexico and Canada to fill these positions. If your practice relies on the TN visa, you should begin assessing alternative options early on, to avoid being left without legal status if the TN visa is eliminated or is modified. l

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Ionizing Radiation Protection for Veterinary Medical Clinics – Part II By Leslie Ptak, Department of Labor/OSHA compliance assistance specialist ALARA is an acronym for “as low as reasonably achievable.” Long a principle of radiation safety, it means making every reasonable effort to maintain exposures to ionizing radiation as far below the dose limits as practical. Every reasonable effort means that a combination of engineering and work practice controls are used every time an exposure is taken to reduce the potential for employee exposure. The four elements of ALARA are to (1) generate the lowest radiation beam needed and collimate (and address scatter) (2) increase shielding (3) decrease durations of exposure and (4) increase distance from the beam/scatter. This articles discusses ALARA as they pertain to veterinary medical clinics. Generate the lowest radiation beam needed (and address scatter) An x-ray device that is working optimally will emit primary radiation beams that deliver appropriate levels of radiation with minimal scatter. How do you know your device is working properly? In Wisconsin, the WDHS RPS tells you. Every registered x-ray machine is tested by the WDHS RPS on a regular basis, usually every three or four years. Radiation meters (ionization chambers and solid state detection meters) are used to evaluate the primary beam and any scatter radiation.

• Aprons must be 0.5 millimeter (mm) of lead equivalence. There are 0.25 mm lead equivalence aprons on the market but they are not appropriate for veterinary use. • Gloves, worn when the employee’s hands get close to the primary beam while holding the patient, must contain 1.58 mm of lead equivalence covering both the back and palm of the hand. There are no circumstances where half gloves, which have lead shielding only on the back of the hand, can be used when getting close to the beam.

Because PPE is the primary method of protecting employees, it must There is no requirement for a clinic to test their x-ray machines. They be high quality, and it must be inspected on a regular basis. can rely on the testing done by the WDHS RPS. If the clinic would • Gloves and aprons for x-ray protection must be visually like the WDHS RPS to test their machine outside of the regular reviewed annually to ensure they are in good working schedule, they can make arrangements for an inspector to survey condition. The visual check should look for defects such as the clinic. Call WDHS RPS in advance, and they will work your site into their regular schedule of visits. holes, cracks and tears. This check can be done by looking over and/or feeling the protective devices. Follow the WDHS RPS requirements for safe operations of imaging • Gloves and aprons for x-ray protection must be radiographically equipment. These requirements cover (1) X-ray machine operator or fluoroscopically evaluated every two years for defects. position during an exposure, (2) use of a technique chart, (3) x-ray The veterinarian or radiation safety officer must review these beam restriction and alignment, and (4) use of mobile or portable and hand-held machines. Specifics on these measures can be found images. An annual radiographic check can take the place of the in the WDHS RPS’ X-Ray Regulatory Guide Radiation Safety Program. visual check. The requirements for mobile and portable x-ray devices are identical It is never acceptable for a body part, even shielded with to those for fixed x-ray units in clinics. A big consideration with appropriate PPE, to be in the primary beam. Shielding with mobile units is all the abuse they take. They are moved around appropriate PPT is only effective for scattered radiation, not a lot and transported in the back of vehicles. It is recommended primary beam radiation. that their electronics be calibrated every two years and repaired as needed. The collimators should be inspected for damage when the Duration of exposure calibration is done and repaired as needed. There are no set standards for the length of time that an employee can spend near x-ray procedures. Individual radiation monitoring Shielding of employees, usually referred to as radiation dosimetry or badges, WDHS RPS does not require that a barrier, such as the barriers that is how ionizing radiation exposures are tracked over time. The dental and mammography technicians stand behind when they results give employees an idea of their “cumulative” dose. Individual take x-rays, be in place for veterinary clinics. This is because of the monitoring is required if an employee is potentially exposed to more need for employees to often hold patients during x-ray procedures. than ten percent of the maximum dose. Unless x-rays at the clinic There is a DHS 157.81 shielding requirement for fixed location x-ray are minimal, for instance a few images each week, it is generally units; it requires shielding of an x-ray room’s walls, ceiling and floors accepted that dosimetry of employees is needed. to protect the people on the other side. Your clinic may or may not • Each employee gets their own individual badge which should have to meet these requirements. be worn (1) at the collar (2) outside the apron (3) during the Because employees are usually near the beam while the x-ray is taken, they must wear high quality personal protective equipment CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 (PPE), specifically aprons and gloves. Neither is optional.

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Reflections from Haiti: A life-changing experience

Other than the small garbage cans in the facility we slept at, I don’t recall seeing any garbage containers. I don’t think the people of Haiti even see the garbage anymore, it has simply become a part of the norm. • There is always discussion on whether or not we have too many environmental laws in the U.S. I am not going to debate that issue, but the point I want to make is, some laws are good and help the future generations. Haiti is a country that has been stripped down environmentally and has significant erosion issues. The country used to be a major grower of mahogany lumber. Today, it is non-existent. It has all been consumed and nothing replaced. There is no planning for the future, survival from day-to-day is the goal of their people. Water is limited and the safety of the water is questionable. We only drank bottled water and even used bottled water to brush our teeth. Coke is more abundant and cheaper for them to consume than water. • Health care in Haiti is extremely limited, if people can even afford it. We witnessed a lady laying on a log bench while we were driving down the mountain one day. We stopped to see what was wrong and discovered that her large toe was rotting off. She couldn’t afford medical care and had never had her foot medically looked at. Those I was with told me she will end up losing her life to Gangrene. That image will never leave my mind.

all families can afford schooling, so they must make the decision of what child to send or not send any. I look at some of the kids that attend school with my three children, they don’t care about learning or showing up. While in Haiti, the kids are asking tourists for money to use for their schooling and are always trying to find ways to get to school. There are a few government run schools. However, the government is typically very late in paying or doesn’t pay the teachers. So, teacher motivation to show up is an obstacle. • In the U.S. we are happy when we grow our export markets. It helps sustain and grow our commodity prices. However, I saw the other side of that equation in Haiti. While Haiti grows rice and chickens, it is more cost effective for the country to import U.S. rice, eggs and grade B chicken (meat) for consumption. Those imports do nothing to help build up businesses in Haiti. Short-term benefit versus long-term sustainability. Another not so easy dilemma. • Animals are used for meat. Bovine are not milked, there is very little dairy products consumed. All animals are significantly smaller than their American counterparts. For the most part, they roam freely looking for food or have a rope around their neck or horns and are staked out daily and walked home at night. They don’t receive supplemental feeds. What they can find to eat on the landscape or in a garbage pile is what they eat. Parasites are a big issue and we treated several animals with screw worms in Haiti.

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Our veterinary care team for the week

A Veterinary Agent vaccinating a goat

Dr. Judy Batker reviewing the recording forms for the horses with Dr. Mark Foley

Spaying a cat in rural Haiti

Preparing to vaccinate for Anthrax

Fitting a horse with a saddle pad, donated by individuals in the U.S.

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Ionizing Radiation Protection for Veterinary Medical Clinics – Part II

work shift when x-rays are taken. There are a variety of badge types, with various price points. One current price is $6.25/ quarter, including the cost of analyzing the badge. • Pregnant employees should have a second badge worn (1) at their waist, but (2) inside the apron. • DHS 157 includes a “Top Ten Dosimeter Do’s and Don’ts” in its X-Ray Regulatory Guide Radiation Safety Program for all industries including veterinary. For legal, historical and badge analytical reasons, these “Top Tens” should always be followed. • Employees have a right to their own dosimetry exposure reports. They also can see the results of other employees’ exposure results as long as there is no personally identifiable information included. • The WDHS RPS recommends that employees track their own dosimetry results over time. They have created a form (Form No. F-45003, dated 05/09) with which to do so, and it is available on the WDHS RPS web site. Distance The farther an individual is from the beam and scatter radiation, the less exposure they have. This is an ALARA principle. The WDHS

RPS has set a distance of 6.5 feet (two meters) as the approximate distance from the beam with which to stand (if you can). In veterinary care, it might not always be possible to stand 6.5 feet back. A well communicated policy about “keeping your distance when possible” shows concern to employees and gives them permission to protect themselves, just as they take care of their patients. • If an employee does not need to be in the x-ray room when the exposure is taken, the employee should step out. • If the employee can move 6.5 feet from the beam when the exposure is taken, they should. • Remember the inverse square law. For example, doubling distance from the source will decrease radiation exposure by a factor of four. Keep good records– Radiation surveys and dosimetry results must be maintained for at least thirty years according to OSHA’s Access to Medical and Exposure Records rule, 1910.1020. WDHS RPS goes further than that and requires in DHS 157.31 that personnel dosimetry reports be retained for as long as the site is a registered x-ray user. Employees must have access to your site specific Radiation Safety Policy, the Notice to Employees and their dosimetry records. l

Resources A link to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services Radiation Protection Section is here, https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/radiation/ xray/index.htm. A link to DHS 157, which is the WDHS RPS regulation for veterinary clinics, is here, http://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code/admin_code/ dhs/110/157. A link to the DHS 157.88 Notice to Employees (Form No. P-45027, dated 12/10), which is required to be posted in the workplace, is here, https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p4/p45027.pdf. A link to the Occupational Exposure Record per Monitoring Period (Form No. F-45003, dated 05/09) is here, https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/forms/f4/f45003.pdf. A link to the OSHA standard for Ionizing Radiation is here, https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=10027. A link to the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements is here, http://ncrponline.org/. Through the OSHA and Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association Alliance, the Alliance partners developed this online article for informational purposes only. It does not necessarily reflect the official views of OSHA or the U.S. Department of Labor.

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Reflections from Haiti

These are some of the reflections I have thought about every day since returning. None of these issues are easy to solve. The people are extremely kind and appreciative of the care provided for their animals. (They are required to pay a small fee for the veterinary service, so they value the service they receive). I want to thank Dr. Judy Batker for her passion and dedication to making a difference in the lives of the animals in Haiti. Through the

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regular animal care she provides, I witnessed the friendships she has made, trust she has developed and attitudinal shift she has created in the lives of the Haitiens. I encourage everyone to take the opportunity to engage in one missionary trip in your lifetime. It will leave you appreciative and thankful for the small problems we have in our everyday lives. l

AVMA Update

By Dr. Douglas Kratt, WVMA House of Delegates delegate and Dr. Steve Erickson, WVMA House Delegates alternate delegate â&#x20AC;˘ On January 13, the AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) held its second Veterinary Information Forum, with three new topics. o The HOD discussed issues related to unauthorized practice of veterinary medicine. It recommended that the Board of Directors refer review of the AVMA Model Veterinary Practice Act to appropriate entities, potentially leading to the addition of language specific to unlicensed practice and/or development of an official policy on unlicensed practice. o The House approved recommending that the Board of Directors consider developing a policy to encourage collaborative work with the U.S. government regarding the proper utilization and employment of veterinarians to ensure food safety and security decisions are made with the highest consideration to public health. o The House also discussed possible ethical issues of veterinarians participating in programs which bundle products, provide for volume discounts, or result in cash rebates. It was concluded that the current Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics addresses these situations adequately. â&#x20AC;˘ The HOD amended and approved a new policy on responsible breeding of companion animals. o The proposed policy was amended during discussion in reference committees and was passed unanimously by the House of Delegates. o The purpose of this policy is to support responsible breeding practices that reduce or eliminate the health and welfare concerns associated with inherited conditions, not to condemn or stigmatize specific breeds. o The policy reads: â&#x20AC;˘ To maximize the health and welfare of companion animals, the AVMA supports research in genetic and inherited disorders to better educate the profession and breeders on identifying and minimizing inherited disorders in companion animal breeding programs. To assist with this, the AVMA encourages veterinarians to pursue continuing education in the emerging area of genetic disease in companion animals. The AVMA also encourages veterinarians to educate breeders, companion animal owners, and the public on the responsibilities involved with breeding and selecting companion animals. Drs. Erickson and Kratt are currently seeking future topics to discuss in the Veterinary Information Forum to be held this summer. If there are topics that you feel the AVMA should take action on, please reach out to them at dkratt@centralanimal.com or drerickson@allpetsvc.com. l

Hantavirus Infections Prompt Addition to 10-Day Reportable Disease List By Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Recently confirmed cases of human illness caused by Seoul hantavirus have prompted the Wisconsin State Veterinarian, Dr. Paul McGraw, to add the disease to the list of diseases that should be reported to the Department within 10 days. Human cases have occurred in Wisconsin among residents who cared for domestic rats in Wisconsin ratteries and among Illinois residents exposed to ratteries in their state. Considerable movement of these rats has taken place via sales and swapping of breeding stock among the Wisconsin facilities and to other ratteries in both Illinois and Wisconsin. Seoul virus is an old world hantavirus whose reservoir is rats. Seoul virus can only be transmitted by rats and not by other rodents or animals. Rats infected with Seoul virus will not show any signs of illness, but the infection spreads readily between rats. Humans become infected by direct exposure to urine, droppings, or saliva from infected rats, or exposure to dust from their bedding. Transmission may also result from bites from infected rats. Seoul virus is not transmitted person-to-person. Human infections with this virus are rarely reported in the United States. You are encouraged to read the Summary Special Order to familiarize yourself with its contents. Refresh your memory on reporting requirements and how to do it by visiting our Reportable Diseases webpage. Those with questions about the Special Order can call 608-224-4872 for assistance or e-mail datcpanimals@wi.gov. l

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INDUSTRY NEWS

The International Association of Pet Cemeteries and Crematories (IAOPCC) has awarded its highest honor to Midwest Cremation Service as it passed the industry’s first and only Pet Crematory Accreditation Program. Founded in 1971, the IAOPCC is a not-for- profit organization dedicated to advancing the standards, ethics and professionalism of pet cemeteries and crematories worldwide.

CLASSIFIED AD CHANGES All classified ads, including veterinary relief ads, will be published at the following rate: Members: First 35 words, $20. Every additional word after 35 is $1.50 per word. Non-members: First 35 words, $65. Every additional word is $1.50 per word. Ads will run 2 consecutive months, and then be removed, unless the WVMA is notified you would like to continue your ad for another 2 month run. You will be invoiced at the end of the first month during a 2 month period. Ads are placed online at the beginning of the month they are featured in the newsletter. Immediate placement of ads is an additional $25 fee. Additional $10 fee for blind box ads. New classified ad rates are effective starting February 2, 2017. SMALL ANIMAL Thriving SA practice in west-central, WI seeks very motivated, collegial associate. Candidate should practice exceptional, efficient medical and surgical care. Attractive, well-equipped facility with excellent, energetic support staff and devoted clientele. Beautiful, quiet area near Lacrosse, WI and Coulee Region. PT or FT. Option for some LA work possible. Salary commensurate with experience. Numerous benefits: shared health insurance, all dues, and license fees. No after-hours emergency duties. Dr. Beth Deppe, Morganside Veterinary Clinic, (608) 269-2355. Lakeland Animal Welfare located in Elkhorn, WI, is seeking a motivated and compassionate PT veterinarian. Immediate needs are to develop our medical and surgical care program. New facility with high volume spay/ neuter program. Flexible scheduling with pay based on experience. Further questions may be directed to Dr. Mona Hodkiewicz at (262) 949-4790 or email scotandmona@genevaonline.com. Lake Geneva Animal Hospital is a SA practice located in beautiful south central Wisconsin. We are looking for FT or PT associate to join our 7 doctor team. Our practice offers a state-of-the-art, recently remodeled facility, not to mention fabulous support staff. Equipment includes digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, surgical and therapeutic laser, laparoscopy, and more. We offer incentive based pay, no after-hours emergency time, and a benefits package. Interested candidates should please send their resumes to lgah@genevaonline.com, to our address at 801 Townline Road, Lake Geneva WI 53147, or fax to (262) 249-9365, all attention Dr. Mona. We need an early riser who wants a career not a job, loves to learn, and can practice great medicine (and a lot of it). Contact Dr. Tom Taylor at taylortomtt@hotmail.com or (319) 232-5292. Learn more: www. denherdervet.com or Facebook. Generous Signing Bonus - Advanced Animal Hospital Group is growing!

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Opportunities in Milwaukee. We support top notch medicine with excellent facilities and equipment. Continuing education, licensing, paid vacation, health insurance, and 401(k) provided. Base salary and production bonuses based on experience. Contact Dr. Dhillon at dhillondvm@gmail.com. Quality and compassion oriented SA practice seeking veterinarian in the beautiful northwoods. Enjoy a flexible work week. Competitive salary and benefits package. Work with a fantastic team that enjoys working together. Potential for buy-in for the right candidate, if interested. All new equipment within the last two years including digital x-ray, CO2 laser, surgical lift table, high speed dental machine, SurgiVet monitor, ultrasound, companion therapy laser, in-house lab, pharmacy and more. Enjoy your time off in a beautiful setting. Great schools - Friendly community - Numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. If you are interested in working in a small family-oriented clinical setting where you can pursue your passion, help make a great team even better, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance, we would love to speak with you! Email resume and cover letter to jobs@niagaraanimalhospital.com. The Forest Home Animal Clinic, Franklin, WI is seeking a FT veterinary associate to join our SA team. The clinic is privately owned with a skilled, dedicated, caring, and friendly staff. An ideal candidate would have a strong background in medical and surgical care, be enthusiastic about client education, be able to work independently and have strong communication skills. Experienced veterinarians and new graduates will be considered. We believe in work-life balance for all staff. No emergency responsibilities. The schedule includes a 4 day work week with alternating Saturday morning hours. Competitive pay, professional dues, vacation, personal days, uniform allowance and CE allowance are some of the benefits provided. We are looking for a long term association with a commitment to the clinic growth. Email resumes to Donna at: foresthomeac@sbcglobal.net. West Allis Animal Hospital is looking for a veterinarian to join our supportive and dedicated team. We provide the highest quality of veterinary medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education. We are located in West Allis, WI, a family friendly suburb with great school systems and bustling restaurant scene (including Friday night fish-frys!) We’re about six miles from Lake Michigan and Milwaukee, home of the Wisconsin State Fair, several well-known breweries, and art museums. It is also known as the “City of Festivals” and holds weekly festivals in the summer. Come live and work here! We are a family of practices with a long history and reputation that separates us from others - check us out! We support our veterinarians with superior salary, benefits including health and dental, 401(k), CE allowance, vacation, dues, liability coverage, outstanding practice teams, and a family friendly atmosphere. Email resume to lowens@vetcor.com. FT and/or PT veterinarian wanted to join multi-doctor practice in Rockford, IL. Must have excellent people skills and a friendly, out-going personality. We emphasize service, education and empathy for our clients and patients. We pride ourselves in practicing progressive, high quality medicine and surgery. We look forward to hearing from you! For further details please email iggy580@aol.com. Please specify which position you are applying for. The Animal House Pet Clinic seeks part time SA veterinarian. Join this award-winning, vibrant full-service practice. Candidates must be able to practice independently, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to working in a team environment. Flexible work schedule. No on-call. Potential to transition to FT. Saturday rotation required. Compensation and full benefit package: Medical/Dental/and 401k commensurate with experience and employment commitment. New grads encouraged to apply. The right candidate will find a highly supportive environment with the ability to grow. For more info: www. AnimalHouseGreenBay.com. Contact Patrick Warpinski, 3171 Voyager Dr., Green Bay, WI 54311, (920)465-4629 or drpat@animalhousepetclinic.com.

Seeking FT (may consider PT) DVM to add to our multi-DVM Milwaukee practice. We may be the oldest SA hospital in Milwaukee (established 1929) but we are one of the newer facilities! Spacious clinic is located in an exciting urban university area on Milwaukee’s east side. Our DVMs have experience ranging from 9-38 years of practice, so although we have plenty of mentoring advice to give, we would love to bring in some new talent and perspective this year. We practice quality medicine and surgery with assistance from longtime practice manager and 6 very skilled CVTs. Applicants must have some dental proficiency and enjoy working with people. Please email resume to smallanimalhosp@sbcglobal.net or send to Small Animal Hospital LLC at 2340 N. Newhall St. Milwaukee, WI 53211. If you enjoy practicing high-quality, progressive medicine but do not enjoy big city life, we have the job for you! We are seeking a FT or PT SA veterinarian to join our team in a growing, 2 practice office in Ripon and Berlin, Wisconsin. Our current 4 DVM’s utilize digital radiography, surgical and therapeutic lasers, ultrasound, and in-house diagnostic lab. We have wonderful staff at both locations. Excellent benefit package including paid vacations, retirement, health insurance and CE package. Contact Dr. Gary Batenhorst at Veterinary Clinics Berlin/Ripon at (920) 361-2101 or by email at veterinary@ vetclinicsberlinripon.com. Associate Veterinarian – FT/PT Pulaski Veterinary Clinic is looking for a friendly, enthusiastic associate veterinarian, who takes pride in offering exceptional service and compassionate care to our patients and clients. We are located only 15 minutes northwest of Green Bay. Green Bay is home of the Green Bay Packers which includes the development of the new Titletown District. Green Bay’s downtown offers an entertainment area with shops, restaurants, movie theaters and much more. The clinic is a full-service SA hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases, as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical and dental care. Beyond first rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly and calm, so the pets can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting our Pulaski veterinarians. For more information about our clinic visit www. pulaskiveterinaryclinic.com. We currently have 3 licensed veterinarians that focus on the treatment of cats and dogs. We have electronic medical records and are well equipped with digital radiographs, digital dental, surgical laser, therapy laser and an in-house IDEXX laboratory. If you are excited about working with a dedicated team whose core values are excellence, education, friendliness and integrity, we would love to hear from you. We support our veterinarians with many benefits which include health insurance along with a health savings account (HSA), 401(k), CE allowance, long and short term disability plans, as well as long term care insurance coverage. Must have DVM and be eligible for Wisconsin Veterinary License. If interested, please send resume to pvcpracticemgr@netnet.net. Countryside Veterinary Services in Appleton, WI is seeking a PT veterinarian to join our busy companion animal team. We provide comprehensive preventative veterinary medicine in a modern environment. Our caring staff of veterinarians and veterinary technicians creates a fun atmosphere of learning and sharing of ideas and knowledge. Our clinic is fully equipped with digital radiology, digital dental radiology, ultrasound and a complete in-house laboratory. A secondary location, CountrySide Veterinary Wellness, opened in July 2016 and offers well patient examinations and veterinary acupuncture. No emergency hours required. Our salary structure is competitive and based on experience and skill level. Please contact our Office Manager - Tara Thurber, CVT at (920) 209-0029 or Jay Peters, DVM at (920) 209-0025, jpetersdvm@countrysidevets.net. Please visit our website - http:// www.countrysidevets.net. We’re seeking an energetic, outgoing SA associate for a progressive, 3 doctor AAHA practice in a rapidly growing, family-friendly small town a short distance from Madison. Sauk Prairie is growing at a tremendous rate, and why wouldn’t it? We are nestled on the Wisconsin River, 25 minutes from Madison and 10 minutes from Devils Lake! We’ve been AAHA certified for 30 years. Our equipment is up-to-date with new digital x-ray, dental digital x-ray, surgery and therapy lasers. We are equipped for general, as well as,

orthopedic surgery. We offer services for exotics and acupuncture patients. Most importantly, we have a fantastic staff. Our doctors have over 75 years of combined experience and our paraprofessional staff is the best around. See for yourself by visiting our web site at www.spsmallanimalhospital.com or look us up on Facebook. Email resumes to spsmallanimal@aol.com. SA hospital in the beautiful Chippewa Valley of west central Wisconsin is seeking FT motivated SA veterinarian to join our experienced, friendly staff. Candidate must possess excellent communication skills, positive attitude, solid medical, surgical and dental skills. We are equipped with laser surgery, digital x-ray and dental digital x-ray, ultrasound and cold laser therapy. Experienced and new graduates welcome. Visit our website at www.eauclaireanimalhospital.com. To apply, email resume to jayne@ ecanimalhospital.com or mail to Eau Claire Animal Hospital, 2504 Mall Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54701. Badger Veterinary Hospital, with 3 locations, is seeking a SA veterinarian to join our current team of SA doctors to meet the needs of our fast paced, growing practice. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of medicine with a fantastic group of highly skilled and compassionate staff. Come provide exceptional care in our fully equipped hospital, including digital radiography, dental radiography, in-house lab equipment, and full surgical suite. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, patient/client focused, dedicated to the highest quality of medicine, and be able to work in a fast paced environment with an open mind and sensitive manner. The ability to provide a wide variety of medical care as well as excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills required. Individual areas of special interest are encouraged. New grads welcome to apply! Required education: Doctorate required license or certification: Licensed in the state of Wisconsin. Send resumes to Dr Katie Reed Badger Veterinary Hospital P.O. Box 2258 Janesville, WI 53547. PT SA DVM for a walk-in clinic in Sun Prairie. Minimum 2-3 years experience. Modern diagnostics and surgical equipment. Flexible work schedule, weekend availability required. Candidates should be client oriented with strong communication skills. Excellent benefits, CE allowance and 401(k). Enjoy clinical freedom in a stimulating and challenging environment! Interested candidates please forward resume to the attention of Dr. Singh - DRGSS95@yahoo.com. Immediate FT position for SA veterinarian in multi-doctor practice in Milwaukee. We are fully equipped with all the diagnostic tools and toys to practice quality medicine and surgery. 4-day work schedule with excellent benefits. Experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome. Please forward your resume to attention of Dr. Singh at Drgss95@yahoo.com or call (608) 347-8668. Are you ready to love where you work and play on the shores of Lake Michigan? Then Wolf Merrick Animal Hospital is for you. We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic associate veterinarian to join our highly qualified team. Our AAHA certified practice is a well-established, full-service SA veterinary hospital focusing on “Standards of Care” and comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care. To join our dynamic and compassionate team our ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and is very team orientated. Our associate veterinarians have high quality equipment at their fingertips. http://wolf-merrick.com. Send resume to wendyt@wolfmerrick.com. Our 3 doctor SA practice in western Waukesha County is seeking an associate for a FT or PT position. We have a dedicated clientele and a caring, enthusiastic staff. Our mission is to provide comprehensive, compassionate care for our patients. While the bulk of our practice consists of preventive care, medicine, surgery, and dentistry, we have a niche of alternative therapies as well. The ideal candidate should have an interest in dentistry and have excellent communication skills. Recent graduates are welcome to apply. Benefits include insurance, paid CE, licenses, vacations, etc. Send resume or inquiries to: hprairieanimal@wi.rr.com.* Thiensville-Mequon SA clinic in Thiensville, WI seeks an associate DVM to join our practice. Thiensville-Mequon Small Animal Clinic is a 5 doctor practice that provides complete and compassionate veterinary care for dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and pocket pet companions. We are looking for an associate to join our experienced team of doctors who place an overall emphasis on preventive medicine and client education. We are proud to be an AAHA member since 1972. Our amenities include digital radiography, digital dental radiology, electronic medical records, therapeutic laser, and dedicated surgery suite. Excellent compensation and benefits package. All experience levels welcome. PT or FT hours available. For more information http://www. thiensvillemequonsac.com/. Please submit resumes to smoss@nvanet.com.* Expanding SA practice, in family friendly northern Milwaukee suburb, seeking FT or PT associate. No after-hours emergency with close referral and specialty support. Competitive salary and benefits including insurance, 401(k), dues, CE and vacation. Excellent close knit support staff. Great opportunity for confident new or recent grad. Freedom to practice medicine as you wish in a collaborative environment. Please contact Dr. Greg Wood at gwooddvm@gmail.com.*

ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN - FT or PT! The beauty of the LaCrosse, WI area awaits you at Van Loon Animal Hospital in Holmen, WI. Position 100% SA. Compensation package [ $300,000.00 guaranteed 3 year term] with 20% pro-sal production incentive. Van Loon Animal Hospital Wisconsin Veterinary Orthopedics is a 22 area ranch. Hydraulic exam tables, C02, Pullse Therapy Laser, IDEXX lab with urinalysis, integrated with IDEXX cornerstone software, SurgiVet Vital Monitor with end Tidal C02, Pulse ox, EKG, blood pressure, digital Vet-Ray and dental X rays, ultrasound with telemedicine and tutorial provided. Health insurance, CE, vacation inclusive. Enjoy your days off on the nearby Mississippi river or canoe the creeks in the adjacent wildlife refuge, which the clinic was named after. Mentorship provided Tour Clinic at VanloonAnimalHospital.com and Orthopedics at WisconsinVeterinaryOrthopedics.com. Email Dr. Hein at kneesurgery99@gmail.com.* FT SA Veterinarian wanted to join our busy, well-equipped, 5 doctor SA exclusive practice. Must be personable and able to work well as a team. Experienced and proficient support staff. You will appreciate our family-friendly hours: M-F 8-5, Sat 8-11am. No emergency or on-call. Competitive salary and benefits package. Work 4 to 4 1/2 weekdays per week and 1 out of 4 weekends. The Fox Cities Area provides “large city amenities” and at the same time, “country living” is just a short commute away. Send resume to North Heights Veterinary Clinic, LLC, 1001 West Northland Ave., Appleton, WI 54914 or northheightsvetetinaryclinic@ gmail.com.* Associated Veterinary Clinic, a MA practice in Ripon, WI, seeks a FT SA associate veterinarian. The qualified candidate will join an experienced SA doctor in a busy full-service practice. An excellent staff will support you, and you will practice in a fully equipped clinic, including a new IDEXX in-house laboratory station, new high speed dental unit, and new digital radiology unit. After-hour emergency work is referred. Competitive salary and benefits package. Will consider new graduates as well as experienced doctors. Ripon is a wonderful college town located within 60-90 minutes of Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay and the Fox Cities, and within 15 minutes of the Green Lake recreation area. Please send resume to Dr. Michael Herrick by email associatedvetclinic@gmail. com, by phone (920) 748-5144, or by regular mail, Associated Veterinary Clinic, P.O. Box 352, Ripon, WI 54971.* Looking to help at-risk animals in a new and challenging way? Join us! The Wisconsin Humane Society is looking for a FT veterinarian at our Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis, WI. This is a M-F position, no evenings, and only 2 Saturday events/year. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are provided! For job details or to apply, please visit www.wihumane.org/employment. EOE.* Exceptional People. Extraordinary Care. 24/7. WVRC is seeking emergency veterinarians to join our pet care team. Our hospitals in Waukesha, Grafton and Racine allow for both flexible scheduling and work locations. Join a team of dynamic coworkers, including a broad range of specialists and emergency veterinarians, emergencyfocused interns, dedicated technicians and client-focused support staff. Marshfield Laboratories, a full diagnostic veterinary laboratory, compliments the practice in the Waukesha location’s lower level. Our ER team is hard working, highly skilled, and always engaged. We believe in a team approach to patient care, an enjoyable work environment and a schedule conducive to life outside of work. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, a desire to both learn and teach and the ability to work well within a team. Internship training or ER experience is preferred but our team can provide strong mentorship to the right candidate. Interested parties should email a letter of intent and curriculum vitae to Dr. Kari Severson, kari.severson@wvrc.com.* Country Hills Pet Hospital is an AAHA accredited practice looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our fast-pace, wellestablished SA practice with a reputation of exceptional client service. We were a finalist in the AAHA practice of the year 2016. We provide a great opportunity for either a new graduate or an experienced veterinarian. Our practice offers physical therapy, complete in-house IDEXX laboratory testing equipment, digital x-ray, endoscope and laparoscope, digital dental x-ray, ultrasound, CO2 laser, and much more. We are looking for a part time associate to work a rotation with two Saturdays per month. Please send resumes to countryhillsrehab@gmail. com.* Associate position open in Neenah, WI. We support top notch medicine with excellent facilities and equipment. Continuing education, licensing, paid vacation, health insurance and 401(k) provided. Base salary and production bonuses based on experience. We also offer ownership vesting opportunities to veterinarians who work hard and exhibit quality veterinary and business skills with no money out of pocket. Email resume and salary requirements to Dr. Dhillon at Dhillondvm@gmail.com.* Companion Animal Hospital is a 20-year established practice. Equipped for general surgery, dentistry, laboratory and digital X-rays (dental and

flatbed). FT benefits: full individual health insurance (family available), PTO, IRA, some CE. Email resume to Practice Manager: Liz Lockwood at nelockwood@hotmail.com.* FT/PT associate wanted to join our 3 DVM AAHA accredited practice in La Crosse, WI. We are a well-staffed, progressive practice that focuses on communication and compassionate care. Experienced DVMs or new graduates are welcome to apply. Please email resume to thompsonamc@ centurytel.net.* We are looking for a 4th veterinarian to join SA practice in Wis. Dells, WI. New addition and hospital renovation will be completed this year. We have an excellent, caring and fun group of skilled support staff. The hospital is equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, digital dental x-ray, surgical laser, full in-house diagnostic lab and more. No emergency duty. Benefit package includes competitive salary, health, life and disability insurance, CE and vacation. If interested please send resume to: Dells Animal Hospital, 4135 Hwy. 13, Wis. Dells, WI 53965.* This is written by my staff: We, the staff at Lakeview Animal Clinic, are looking for a PT Veterinarian to add to an amazing, fun, positive team. We are looking for an experienced, efficient doctor that is passionate about our clients/patients and works as a team with the staff. We are a newly built clinic as of 2012 that is rapidly growing. We have all new equipment including digital x-rays, electrocautery, and in-house IDEXX lab equipment. Surgical experience is required. Family friendly hours with no emergency. We have great family-like clients and who consistently grow our business through referrals. We are very confident that we are the best smelling clinic around. Our clinic is a multiple year Milwaukee A-List finalist. We work hard, but also make the work day enjoyable. Pay and benefits are negotiable. If you want to join our fun, punctual, positive and rewarding team, please submit your resume to Dr. Anna Schwister: dranna@lakeviewanimalclinicwi. com.* Exciting opportunity to work in beautifully established modern clinics with friendly, competent staff. Enjoy working in northern Wisconsin with all your resources at your fingertips...electronic records, digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab, water treadmill, laser therapy, laser surgery, with attached full service pet resorts and grooming. Will mentor!! Goal for the ideal candidate is to work independently, and have excellent medical, surgical and communication skills. Let’s talk!! Please send resume to Dr. Lyn Ludwig: lynludwig@hotmail.com, (715) 661-0178 (cell) and visit us at northcountryvetclinic.com.* SA veterinarian needed at the Wauwatosa Veterinary Clinic. Our veterinary team is looking for a veterinarian who fits the mission and unique environment of our progressive, growing practice. We are a multi-doctor AAHA practice located in the greater Milwaukee area, and we have a loyal and dedicated clientele who demand the best medicine/surgery for their furry family members. We have a complete in-house lab, digital x-ray, digital dental x-ray, ultrasound, laparoscopy, CO2 laser, therapeutic laser, state-of-the-art monitoring equipment and more. Come practice at a clinic where you will be well supported by a team of well trained, enthusiastic, dedicated members. Our support staff of certified technicians and assistants will allow you to focus on medicine and clients. Weekly staff meetings assure open communication and team atmosphere. Enthusiasm and good communication skills required. We are family owned and operated and offer excellent compensation and benefits package. Comfortable work schedule and no after-hours emergencies. Email your resume to Kristint@wauwatosavet.com.* Stevens Point Animal Hospital is a charming Central Wisconsin practice with family-friendly hours looking for a FT or PT veterinarian to join our energetic team. We specialize in lasting bonds with our loyal clients and their pets while offering excellent medical and surgical care. We have regular Monday through Friday hours and there is no on call or weekend/holiday hours. Our updated equipment includes a surgical laser, in-house diagnostics, digital and dental radiography, and ultrasound. Come see why Stevens Point is ranked one of the best places to live in America! Send resume to spah54482@gmail.com.* FT DVM wanted for a well-established, growing SA practice in Milwaukee. Experience preferred, but new graduates welcome. Send resume to: West Allis Vet Clinic, 11504 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, WI 53214.* FT SA associate veterinarian sought to join our friendly, supportive team at Waterloo Veterinary Clinic. We offer a relaxed work environment with opportunities to expand medical and surgical services. All after-hour emergencies are referred. 4 day a week schedule! Salary is commensurate with experience and generous benefits. Located a mere 15 miles east of Madison. Submit cover letter and resume to: orchard@waterloovetcare.com (920)-478-3234.* $500 to $1000 hiring bonus! Looking for PT or FT associate veterinarian in south central Minnesota. You can help create your own schedule. We are looking for someone who is compassionate and conscientious. We specialize in quality care. We have a full in-house lab, digital radiography, digital

dental, ultrasound, laser therapy and endoscope. We have a full benefits package with health stipend, dental, 401(k), profit sharing, CE and clothing allowance, vacation time, paid holidays and sick time. Please send resume to southernmnvetclinic@gmail.com.* Norwood Animal Clinic has been around for over 30 years building an excellent reputation in the community and gaining the loyalty of our clients. We strive to make sure our staff members never forget why they joined the veterinary field and do not allow for any “burn out.” Our staff is spoiled with over 11 paid holidays and generous amounts of paid leave. We offer health insurance that can also include your spouse and children. We offer matching 401(k), health saving accounts and bonuses. We truly treat each other like family which our clients see and appreciate. If you are looking for a friendly work environment and truly enjoy veterinary medicine, Norwood is the place for you! Email mandylnorwood@gmail.com.* Seeking an energetic, outgoing SA associate for a progressive 5 doctor practice in a rapidly growing, family friendly suburb of Milwaukee. Our hospital consists of dogs, cats, pocket pets and some avian patients. We provide exceptional care in a collaborative, team-based environment. Diagnostic equipment includes in-house CBC and blood chemistry, ultrasound, digital radiography, surgical and therapy laser. Preventative care, client education, dental care, surgery, VSMT and acupuncture are services available to our clients. Compensation and benefits are negotiable and commensurate with experience. Please send resume to: Mukwonago Animal Hospital, 1065 N Rochester St., Mukwonago, WI 53149 or email to mukanhosp3@gmail.com.* Is your New Year’s Resolution to make family a priority? Or is it to find a meaningful, warm, inviting practice to join? At Prairie Side Veterinary Hospital in Kenosha, you can find both. We are seeking a FT or PT veterinarian for our growing cat and dog only practice in Kenosha. This position is a wonderful opportunity to put down roots in a great area. Kenosha and Pleasant Prairie offer many amenities of the Milwaukee and Chicago suburbs, without the high cost of living. They include good schools, active scout troops, community involvement and much more. Only 40 minutes to Milwaukee and 60 minutes to downtown Chicago. We are close enough to visit either city on Saturday evening to enjoy dinner and a show, if that’s your thing. Otherwise, our area offers plenty to do, including Recplax: the largest indoor municipal recreation area, plenty of restaurants, theaters, musical performances, boating, ice skating, skiing, running, bicycling and much more. If you want to perform quality medicine we do that too. Digital x-rays, digital dental x-rays, Catalyst blood machine, advanced soft tissue surgery, orthopedic surgery, endodontics and interceptive dentistry are just some of the procedures we offer our clients. We do all of this in a way that makes our clients feel like family. If you are ready to apply, please submit your resume to info@prairiesidevet.com or fax to (262) 694-9555. If you would like to know more about this position, please call or email Dr. Susmilch at (262) 694-0402 or DrSusmilch@prairiesidevet.com. We are seeking to fill this position no later than May 2017, but we are able and willing to fill this position sooner for the right candidate.* Bayside Veterinary Clinic S.C. in Door County is located in northeast Wisconsin. Bayside Veterinary Clinic is looking for a personal, caring, and hardworking SA veterinarian. Door County is bordered by the Bay of Green Bay and Lake Michigan. If you love the outdoors, the county has numerous county parks, weekend festivals and hunting/fishing locations. For more information please contact/email Randy at Bayside Veterinary Clinic S.C. (920) 743-8890 or baysidevetclinic@gmail.com.*

LARGE ANIMAL FT associate DVM to join our growing 7 doctor livestock team operating in a 20 doctor MA practice. Our practice is located in Lodi, WI, 20 minutes north of Madison. The practice prides itself in offering the highest quality veterinary medicine in a professional and courteous manner. Services include, but are not limited to, general herd health care, ultrasound, Dairy Comp 305, nutrition consulting, calf care, surgical procedures and advanced reproductive services. Practice is well equipped with ultrasounds, in-house chemistry analysis, indoor cattle processing center, stocks, hydraulic chute, padded surgical/recovery suite and barn. We employ certified veterinary technicians and assistants to support doctors on ambulatory calls and within the hospital. Emergency coverage is shared by all livestock veterinarians. Associate will be provided with a fully equipped truck and a competitive benefits package. Please send resume to: Lodi Veterinary Care Attn: Shelly 705 N Main St, Lodi, WI 53555 or email to srucinski@lodivet.com.*

DAIRY 6 doctor premier dairy practice in northeast Wisconsin is seeking to add a FT veterinarian to work with progressive dairy producers. We are looking for an excellence driven associate who shares our commitment of building strong working relationships with clients through the use of cutting-

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edge veterinary information, technologies and value added consulting services. Passionate about the future for our dairy industry, we value the balance of our personal, professional and community growth. Benefits include: professional and disability insurance, simple IRA, profit sharing, CE, professional dues, vacation, and sick days. Send resume to: josette@ dairydoctors.com or contact Dr. Jeff Bleck at (920) 980-9661; Dairy Doctors Veterinary Services, 1020 S. Pleasant View Rd., Plymouth, WI 53073. Visit our website at: Dairydoctors.com. Mayville Animal Clinic is seeking an associate dairy veterinarian to join our 12 doctor MA practice. Services include general herd health, surgical procedures, DC305, and calf care. Ultrasound or palpation skills required. Fully equipped truck provided. Competitive salary and benefits include insurance, 401(k), CE, dues and vacation. On call /emergency duty is shared equally. Please contact Dr. Sherry Shimek at ssveterinarian@gmail.com.*

MIXED ANIMAL Osseo Vet Clinic has an associate position open in our 4 doctor MA practice in west central WI. Well established clinic with ImproMed, IDEXX laboratory equipment, Easi-Scan ultrasound, Dairy Comp, digital x-ray, power float, and therapy laser. We are dedicated to good quality medicine and client service. Competitive salary, 401(k), truck and equipment, dues, and license provided. On-call and holidays shared equally. Friendly community, 20 min south of Eau Claire. Call (715) 597-3158 or email osvetdrs@hotmail.com. Fourth associate needed for growing MA practice. Approximately 50% dairy, 20% equine, 10% small ruminant, 20% small animal. Herd health and production medicine oriented. Dairies from 50 to 1500; horses from 1 to 75; small ruminants from 5 to 9000. Special interests and concentrations encouraged. CE, paid vacation, liability and disability insurance, dues, license. On-call shared 3 ways. Early ownership possible if desired. Close to Fox Cities and Green Bay as well as Lake Michigan, Lake Winnebago and the north-woods. Email resume to drjon81@hotmail.com. Energetic, outgoing associates needed for an expanding MA practice in north central WI. We are looking for people with a passion for our profession and a desire to have a great comradery with coworkers and clients. With a purchase of a second clinic we have opportunities in LA, SA or a mix of both. Top quality services for both SA and LA are provided with a friendly and experienced staff, including 7 CVTs, modern equipment and facilities. Experienced or new grads welcome. Vehicle provided. All insurances provided. Compensation and benefits are negotiable and commensurate with experience. With two different clinics in two different locations, the opportunities for personal activities and recreation are immense. From outdoor activities, beautiful scenery, and a variety of community activities including sports to the arts will all be available. See our online ad for more info. Please contact Jeannie Christopherson or Dr. Tom Albrecht at (715) 257-7003 or athensvet@aol.com for more details or questions. Visit our website athensvetservice.com as well. Seeking an associate veterinarian for a MA practice. Well-equipped clinic provides opportunities to work in equine, bovine or SA medicine. Located in the driftless region of Wisconsin with great outdoor recreation. Email resumes to riverdalevet@gmail.com. MA associate veterinarian position in a 5 doctor practice located in scenic Chippewa Valley, WI. LA is primarily dairy production, with focus on reproduction and herd protocols. Ultrasound available; mobile unit provided. Companion animal medicine includes in-house blood machines, digital x-ray, gas anesthesia, dental x-ray and experienced support staff. Practice quality medicine in a beautiful area with ample recreation opportunities. Enjoy small town life with larger city opportunities near! Competitive salary, health insurance, profit sharing, 401(k), dues and licenses. Email resume: chipvet@chippewavet.com. An associate position is available in our 7 doctor MA practice located in the SE Wisconsin town of Cedar Grove. LA is primarily dairy production medicine with ultrasound and DairyComp305 utilized. Companion animal medicine is supported by digital radiography, IDEXX CBC-Chemistry, laser therapy and more. New associate should possess a current interest in both large and companion animal areas. The area offers a multitude of recreational and entertainment venues. Competitive salary and benefit package offered. Please email resume and questions to info@cgvet.com or visit our website at www.cgvet.com. FT veterinarian needed to join 4 person MA practice. Located in northeastern Iowa, our practice is 50% dairy, 37% cow-calf, and 13% SA. IDEXX LaserCyte and Catalyst analyzers with digital x-ray. EasiScan ultrasound used for bovine reproduction. Spectacular support team. Area has strong agriculture industry with many excellent dairy and beef operations. New graduates encouraged to apply. Supportive mentoring a must. Dr. Ryan Hammell, cell (563) 568-7736, daytime phone (563) 568-2487, fax resume to (563) 568-4392 or give us a call for more information.*

Chetek Veterinary Clinic is seeking 3rd associate for growing MA practice. FT/ PT with on-call split 3 ways. Dogs, cats and horses with a few farm animals thrown in. Ultrasound, x-ray, and new Heska lab. Salary, CE, IRA, dues and vehicle provided. Great boss (no joke – he’s great) great clients, great staff and a great work environment – what else do you need? Send inquiries and resumes to info@chetekvetclinic.com.* Modern 5 doctor MA practice with great standard of care. Digital x-rays, digital dental x-rays, in-house IDEXX equipment, computerized records and 2 Easi-Scan bovine ultrasounds. Mostly SA and dairy with some equine, beef and small ruminants. Competitive benefits package and salary. This is a great team to work with - never a dull moment! Menomonie is a beautiful area with lots of outdoor recreational activities, theatre and more. Everything you need in town, but still the small town feel. If interested contact Jason Westcott at (715) 235-2626 or hoofandpaw@sbcglobal.net.* Bayside Veterinary Clinic S.C. is located in beautiful Door County Wisconsin is looking for a personal, caring, and hardworking MA veterinarian. Door County is located in northeast Wisconsin which is bordered by the Bay of Green Bay and Lake Michigan. If you love the outdoors, the county has numerous county parks, weekend festivities and hunting/fishing locations. For more information, contact/send resume to Randy at Bayside Veterinary Clinic S.C. at (920) 743-8890 or baysidevetclinic@gmail.com.*

OTHER Fox Valley Animal Referral Center has opening(s) for a one year rotating internship. Highlights of our internship include a large amount of primary case responsibility with mentorship from experienced emergency doctors and specialists, a four week rotating schedule with one weekend completely off a month and plenty of time off between emergency shifts. We have weekly didactics (typically case based) to aid in the hands-on learning. The hospital is very busy and the interns get experience on managing a wide variety of cases – from the basic emergencies to very complicated cross disciplinary cases. Our current interns would be happy to talk to candidates about the support they’ve received and the overall quality of the program. Interested parties can contact our Internship Coordinator, Dr. Samantha Vande Hey, at sjvandeheydvm@gmail.com.

RELIEF 20 years experience, Excellent surgical skills, diagnostics and client communication. Milwaukee area. Will adopt your hospital team. Jagmohan Singh, DVM. jagmohan6041@outlook.com (414) 788-0507. People patient, interactive and adaptive SA veterinarian with 35 years experience as self-employed, FT or PT associate or relief services; available for per diem or regular weekly relief or PT services within +/- 75 miles Madison. Some small mammal experience also. Karen Bressett, DVM: Background, references on request. I look forward to hearing from you. Email: kbressett@ live.com. Experienced relief veterinarian for Madison and surrounding area. Professional, easy to work with and adaptable. Christie Iliff, DVM. (608) 2153736 or Iliffveterinary@gmail.com. Iliff Veterinary Services, LLC. SA relief or part-time in SE Wisconsin. 34 years of client satisfaction, medicine and surgery. Flexible personality. Be confident that your practice will be in good hands while you are gone. Available Thursdays and Fridays. Brenda Long Relief Services - bilong3885@gmail.com (262) 763-3885. Experienced SA daytime & ER DVM who loves pets and people available in SE/SC Wi and NE/NC IL. David Trask, DVM, traskdr@gmail.com. Quality relief care since 1992. Special interests include surgery and dermatology. Personable, reliable service. Please call Robert Patyk, DVM, at (262) 567-2832. Or email: robert.patyk@att.net. Experienced SA relief veterinarian available. Versatile. Great with staff, clients and pets. Willing to travel. Dr. Lori Zimmerman, (608) 592-7779 or doclori@hotmail.com. SA relief vet since 1995. Thorough, reliable, easy going. Will travel to Green Bay, Kenosha, Janesville, Wisconsin Dells and areas in between. Julie Lakin DVM, (920) 269-7264. Experienced SA veterinarian available for relief work, over 20 years relief experience, WI licensed and accredited. Please call/email Mark Clemons, DVM (262) 862-1121, macdjc4209@aol.com. Reliable, competent, SA relief with over 25 years’ experience. WI license, accredited. Will travel. Capable at soft-tissue surgery and medicine. Great communication skills with clients and staff. ShortTerm Relief, LLC. Call Kate Short, DVM at (608) 963-5208 or email: windsor9917@gmail.com. Communicative, productive SA veterinarian available for relief work in western WI, surrounding areas. Licensed in MN/WI. Experienced in surgery,

medicine, dentistry, staff management. Outstanding customer service, client-building skills. Victori Ribeiro, MS, DVM, (651) 503-0482; neyx0003@ umn.edu. 20+ years’ experience, skilled in surgery, diagnostics and client communication. Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. Let me care for your clients and your hospital team. Erika Gibbs, DVM, doctor.gibbs@gmail. com, (920) 988-4431. Caring and compassionate relief veterinarian available. 25+ years of AAHA experience. Competent medical and soft tissue surgery skills. Emphasis on quality and integrity. Paul Danhaus, DVM. (715) 571-8091 or paul. danhaus@gmail.com. SA and equine relief work. 28 year experience. Proficient in SA soft tissue surgery and equine ultrasound and power floating. Will travel. Call Sabine Hartmann, DVM (715) 267-7443 or twinoaks@tds.net.* Experienced SA clinician available for work in central and western Wisconsin. Excellent communication skills; enjoy working with clients and staff. Nancy Leverance, D.V.M. Email: nleverance52@gmail.com or call (608) 369-4115 or (608) 429-9408. Dependable, 20+ years’ experience. Med/Surg serving Northern/Central Wisconsin. Contact Rich Piwoni, at (715) 627-0957, rapiwoni@hotmail.com.

RELIEF WANTED Short term relief opportunity late June 2017-August 2017. Ideal schedule Monday, Thursday and Friday, but negotiable. Clinic is fully equipped with experienced staff. Must have great diagnostic and communication skills. Contact Dr. Lisa Chapman at parkdalepc@gmail.com.

SERVICES AVAILABLE Board-certified internist offers mobile SA medicine consultations, ultrasound, and endoscopy in your practice in SE WI. Please call Anne Mattson, DVM, DACVIM, (262) 241-3987. Buying or selling a veterinary practice? Count on the experience of Total Practice Solutions Group. See display ad. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group for a free consultation, (800) 380-6872, or kurt@ tpsgsales.com.

TECH/STAFF VCA Misener-Holley Animal Hospital -- located on Chicago’s northside -is seeking a highly skilled CVT or assistant to join our growing 4 doctor general practice. The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering the highest quality patient care with exceptional client service. Requirements include: a flexible schedule; evenings and Saturdays required, excellent technical, interpersonal, and computer skills, a dedication to maintaining the positive work environment that is fostered here and minimum 2 years experience as a veterinary assistant or technician. The skills that you will utilize include, but are not limited to: venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, physical examinations and patient assessment, surgical preparation and assisting, dentistry, laboratory work, pharmacy, patient recovery, and compassionate care for our hospitalized patients. We want you to use the skills you have gained over your years in the profession, and we want to help you to continue to grow! We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision and paid vacation, 401(k), uniforms, a generous personal pet care discount, continuing education, tuition reimbursement and more! Please apply online at: https://vcajobs.com/job/10768/ or email a cover letter and resume to Sheila.diamond@vca.com. Oregon Veterinary Clinic is currently seeking a PT CVT or an assistant with 1 year clinical experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have SA clinical experience and will be a dependable, enthusiastic team player with good communication skills and excellent clinical skills. Must be able to handle a fast paced environment in a six DVM practice and be able to multi-task. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following: client education, patient management, anesthesia, surgical prep, radiology, triage, patient restraint, in-house lab testing, and reception duties. A CVT is preferred, but not required. SA clinical experience is required for consideration. Hours will include some evenings and Saturdays. Please send resume to Jessican@oregonvetclinic.com. New Berlin Animal Hospital is seeking a detail oriented, multi-tasking Certified Veterinary Technician. The position is a PT to FT position. Applicants will possess strong technical skills including dentistry, digital radiographs and digital dental imaging, surgical monitoring and laboratory procedures. Job duties can also incorporate technician appointments (vaccine administration and surgical patient discharges), client education, and laser

therapy. Familiarity with exotics is a plus. Experienced Certified Veterinary Technician is preferred, but new graduates will be considered. Candidates should be positive, flexible and work well in a team setting. Hours include some evenings and a Saturday morning rotation. We are a progressive 5 Doctor AAHA approved hospital. We have much to offer including a benefits package, SimpleIRA, and a fun and friendly work environment. We will utilize your technical skills to their full potential. We are committed to client education and animal care. Please send resume to: New Berlin Animal Hospital 3840 S. Moorland Road, New Berlin, WI 53151. Fax#: (262) 7859009 or pm@newberlinanimalhospital.com. Animal Wellness Center - Waukesha and Fond du Lac, WI. Looking to hire a FT General Practice Certified Veterinary Technician to join the teams in Waukesha and Fond du Lac, WI. About the Job: as a certified vet tech in the general practice department you will be responsible for (and not limited to): partner with DVM’s in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures, and catheter placement, triaging incoming patients and managing clients throughout their visit, directly handling inpatient and outpatient care, working hand-in-hand with veterinarians, obtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates, utilize different modalities of radiology imaging for patient assessment, executing, monitoring, and recovering all assigned sedation and anesthetic events , provide outstanding client care in order to maintain long-term relationship with clients, taking patients’ history, vital signs and weight; preparing vaccines, collecting samples and running diagnostic tests; providing client education, and assisting with animal restraint. Technicians also may see their own appointments for procedures such as suture removal, nail trim, vaccine administration when a doctor exam is not required, longterm medication monitoring testing, surgery admission and discharge and boarding check-in exams. Shift: This position will include morning and mid-shifts, weekend duties are required. Qualifications and Experience: : state license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician required , minimum of 2 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital setting preferred but will take new grads, associates or bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology preferred but not required, high school or GED required, MUST be computer literate and experienced with vet medical software, comprehensive understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring is required, ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required, and maintain a positive outlook and ability to work well in a collaborative environment. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected. Physical Requirements: able to lift patients and carry equipment up to 50 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 50 pounds with assistance, endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods, type information for patient records and prescription labels into the computer, able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment, and take safety precautions for exposure to toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation. Must be able to travel to other clinics as well. About Animal Wellness Clinic: quality progressive general practices with experienced caring staff. These newly remodeled clinics of Animal Wellness Center are identifiable by our rustic red door. Our new facilities include larger exam rooms and specialized rooms for treatment and recovery. We now keep electronic medical records to track all patient activity. Our Waukesha and Fond du Lac facilities are 2 of our 4 and growing locations in the state. Benefits of Working at AWC include but not limited to: compensation is based on experience and skill level, FT benefits include paid time off, uniforms, and a generous CE allowance. If you are interested in either of these positions, please forward your CV for consideration to Nadwa Razick nadwa.razick@awcwi.com. Certified Veterinary Technician Wanted! We are a fast-paced 5-doctor SA veterinary medical and surgical clinic located in New Richmond, WI searching for energetic and enthusiastic applicants to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task, be detail oriented, have SA experience in a clinic/hospital setting and the desire to be part of a great team. Our certified technicians perform surgical anesthesia, pre and post-op care, dental cleanings, lab work in our full in-house lab as well as assisting with both routine and sick/emergency patients visits. In addition to regular clinic hours we offer 24/7 Emergency Service and the hours required will include on-call weekend rotations with our doctors, along with rotating Saturday mornings. Full benefit package including health benefits and a competitive salary. Please email your cover letter and resume to: countrysideveterinaryclinic@hotmail.com; attn: Lynn in the subject line. No phone calls please. Countryside Veterinary Clinic S.C. 1231 N Knowles Avenue New Richmond WI 54017.*

able to support a team of doctors who practice high-quality, progressive medicine with compassion. Skills required are the ability to work well in a fast paced environment, the ability to communicate effectively with team members and clients, and the desire to go the extra mile for our patients. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and growth opportunities. Experience preferred but willing to consider new graduates. FT or PT. Associate degree required. Email manager@northwoodsanimal.com.* Busy SA clinic in Eagle River is seeking a FT/PT veterinary technician or assistant. Must be a self-starter, energetic, positive minded, professional and must play well with others. Experience preferred but new grads encouraged. Please contact smallanimalvet123@gmail.com.* Animal Clinic of Beaver Dam is looking to add a PT CVT to our team. New grads are welcome to apply! Send resume to contact@ animalclinicofbeaverdam.com.* PT Technician/Assistant needed for SA clinic in Hartland, WI. We are seeking a dedicated and very dependable individual to join our team. Please e-mail resume to wandahah@hotmail.com.* Compassionate Care Animal Clinic in Elkhart Lake, WI is seeking a second CVT to help grow our new practice. We offer a wide range of veterinary care options for our patients including preventative care, internal medicine, both soft and orthopedic surgery, digital radiography, endoscopy, nutritional and behavioral counseling. Interested individuals may submit cover letters and resumes to drjohn@ccacpetvet.com.* CVT needed for a MA practice in Evansville, WI. Duties include, but are not limited to: anesthesia, in-house diagnostics, dentals, and surgical assistance for LA/SA, client education, blood draws and many more opportunities to use your skills. Contact Lynae McElroy at admin@lynaeevansvillevetservice. com. Email preferred no phone calls please.*

FOR SALE Used AGFA CP1000 film developer for sale. Currently using, sold as is. $300 or best offer. Contact Gary Batenhorst, DVM at (920) 361-2101.*

PRACTICE FOR SALE SA practice with LA potential in historic building in Melrose, WI. Two apartments on 2nd floor, new metal roof 2015, new exterior sandblasting and painting 2016. Practice with building $140,000. Contact: dnorris678@ gmail.com or (715) 299-0593. Buying or selling a veterinary practice? Count on the experience of Total Practice Solutions Group. See display ad. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg for free consultation: 1-800-380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com. NEW - Grossing $590 along Madison-Fond du Lac corridor. Practice and RE offered at $625K. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg ot TPSG - 1-800-380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com. East of Appleton – Near Lake Michigan, SA practice grossing $613K. Px and RE offered at $610K. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TPSG: 1-800-380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com. Wausau/Stevens Point Area – well respected, AAHA, SA practice grossing $1M. Digital dental and radiology - 2 Dentalaire units, 2 surgical lasers. Emergencies referred to local emergency service. Beautiful free standing hospital. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TPSG: 1-800-380-6872 or kurt@ tpsgsales.com. NW Wisconsin near Twin Cities. SA revenue $1.0M. Practice and RE offered for $825,000. Easy terms, low-cost ownership entry. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TPSG: 1-800-380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com. Northeast Wisconsin – Well-equipped SA practice. Revenue $390K. Call for more information. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TSPG: 1-800-380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com. Appleton grossing $494K. Beautiful facilities. Should grow rapidly. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TPSG - 1-800-380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com. Grossing $1.0M in far northern WI. Digital radiology, digital dental, surgical, therapy lasers. Large state-of-the-art-building. Practice and RE $650K. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TPSG: 1-800-380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com.

Position for PT Technician in SA clinic. Full workups, surgical, dental, fullservice. Experience preferred but will consider all. Potential for FT. Send resume to Dr. Hawksford, 811 Summit Lane N. Hudson, WI 54016. Email: laurahawksford@comcast.net.* Offering a great opportunity for a licensed technician to utilize their skills. The ideal candidates are professional, comfortable with responsibility, and

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