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Dr. Alan Holter Nominated for President Elect
From the President Make an Impact!
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In the News WVMA Sponsors State FFA Veterinary Science Proficiency Award
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Legal Briefs When The Unthinkable Happens: Don’t Forget About Insurance
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WVMA/OSHA Alliance Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls in Veterinary Practice
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Veterinarians: Be Aware of Health Requirements for Fair Animals
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WVMA Member Spotlight Dr. Anna Schwister
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It is an honor and a privilege to be nominated for president-elect of the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association.
Dr. Alan Holter
I have been actively involved in veterinary medical organizations since veterinary college. I have had the privilege to have mentors like my father who is a retired veterinarian, two of my business partners that are past WVMA presidents, namely Dr. Lindner and Dr. Vanderloo, and colleagues on the Executive Board, who have all guided me in my career. With this knowledge and experience, I plan to continue the great work the WVMA has accomplished.
My vision for the WVMA is to exceed the expectations of our members and the public. Technology and information is expanding continuously and the WVMA needs to be at the forefront to guide veterinarians in our state. We need to make sure our ideas and priorities are pro-active not reactive when interacting with the state legislature. The WVMA has to continue to be the voice of the veterinarians in Wisconsin at the state capitol. Working with government requires a considerable amount of time and effort and I will make sure the WVMA keeps this as a top priority. The WVMA cannot function without its members, committee members, volunteers and support staff. I know veterinarians have great ideas, great skills and great connections. We, as the WVMA leadership, need to foster this teamwork throughout the state so we as a profession can continue to bring issues and ideas to the forefront. Let’s help keep the veterinary profession as one of the most exciting and fulfilling professions in the world! I look forward to the new challenges ahead and ask for your input and support. Biography Dr. Alan Holter graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. He has practiced small animal medicine at Dodgeville Veterinary Service in Dodgeville since 1990. He has been a member of the WVMA since 1990 and has served on the Membership & Member Services Committee, the Awards & Recognition Committee, as well as, served as the District 6 Representative on the Executive Board. He has also served as president and treasurer of the Southwest Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Holter has two adult children and two grandchildren. He is active in the community and currently president of the church council for his home church. l
FROM THE PRESIDENT
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Dr. Scott Spaulding
I recently attended the Heartland Veterinary Conference in Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Clarke Price, former president of the Ohio Society of CPA’s thoughtfully presented perspectives of volunteer leadership in organizations such as the Wisconsin VMA. His most impactful thought? “Cultivate leaders to follow you”. What a concept! We have a wealth of knowledge, experience, expertise, professional connections and networks within the WVMA membership. How can this incredible resource be leveraged to benefit the WVMA, to benefit Wisconsin’s veterinarians? Mr. Price contends the current WVMA leadership should cultivate our successors with inquiry and encouragement. As summer passes by and the time of year for the WVMA to fill officer and board vacancies rolls around, sounds like the time to cultivate! Yes, serving in a leadership role is a significant time commitment, however I encourage you to have fun in a leadership role. Yes, there are challenges, but there is also prestige and personal growth. My top ten list to be an effective volunteer leader 1. Commit yourself to make a difference. 2. Don’t avoid controversy and risk. 3. Don’t drive your agenda, use your platform to drive your vision. 4. Don’t underestimate resistance to change. 5. Don’t waste time. 6. Be consistent. 7. Ask questions. 8. Come to meetings prepared. 9. Have a plan of priorities and actions. 10. Engage and maintain open communication with leaders up and down the line. When leadership opportunities come calling, I encourage you to answer with enthusiasm, answer with passion and answer to make the commitment! Volunteer leadership is a vehicle to have fun, to connect with the profession, to make an impact. I encourage you to have the attitude; we’re going to try new things, we’re going to innovate but realize not everything is going to work. Remember, even Monopoly has a get out of jail free card! l
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Recently I traveled to Washington, D.C. to watch my son receive the U.S. Presidential Scholar medallion. As I took in this ceremony, I couldn’t help but notice all of the honored kids and their support systems just as proud. That moment makes you realize how much we all work with and for each other; families, friends or co-workers. During that short time in D.C., I took a couple of hours to tour the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. It was a life-changing experience. As I was exiting the museum, I noticed this quote on the wall: First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out – Because I was not a socialist. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out – Because I was not a trade unionist. Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out – Because I was not a Jew. Then they came for me – and there was no one left to speak for me. – By Martin Niemboller, Lutheran minister and early Nazi supporter who was later imprisoned for opposing Hitler’s regime I haven’t been able to stop thinking about these words and the powerful message of this quote. Right there in stone, the notion that we all have to speak up for one another. We are all guilty of dismissing an issue that, on the surface, may not directly impact us. Or so we think. There are so many daily parallels that can be drawn from this quote. Some specific to veterinary medicine include: • Animal welfare issues: When best management practices and science are challenged in the public’s eye, I did not speak out because I practice small animal medicine and welfare is a large animal issue (or vice versa). • Legislative outreach: Whether it’s an animal welfare issue, small business issues or defining the practice of veterinary medicine, I hesitate to engage and make my voice heard since it didn’t directly impact how I practice medicine or run my business. • WVMA Membership: Why should I be a member of organized veterinary medicine, because my spouse is involved, a doctor in my clinic is a member or I don’t feel organized veterinary medicine is important to my career. To paraphrase Martin Niemboller’s above quote, we are all in this together. l
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WVMA Sponsors State FFA Veterinary Science Proficiency Award By Bailey Quam, WVMA communications and project specialist On June 13, Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA) President, Dr. Scott Spaulding, presented Abbagail Schotter, of Ridgeland, Wis., with the State FFA Veterinary Science Proficiency Award at the 88th Annual State FFA Convention in Madison. This award recognizes the student who best demonstrates an understanding of veterinary medical practices and animal health care in Wisconsin. Schotter started shadowing at Ridgeland Veterinary Clinic when she was 10-years old. As she gained experience, she increased her shadowing hours, became a volunteer and was then hired as a veterinary assistant. Schotter has also worked with a local large animal veterinarian, which has allowed her to experience the large and small animal sides of veterinary medicine. After attending Southwest Minnesota State University with a double major in biology and chemistry, Schotter hopes to attend a veterinary medical college. The top state finalists in the veterinary science proficiency area received monetary awards made possible by sponsorship from the WVMA. Schotter has yet to find out if she will be selected as one of four national finalists. If selected, she will compete at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind., in October. The four national finalists will each receive a plaque and scholarship thanks to sponsorship by the American Veterinary Medical Association. l
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LEGAL BRIEFS
When The Unthinkable Happens: Don’t Forget About Insurance By Megan Senatori, DeWitt, Ross & Stevens, s.c. A dog attacks a child in the clinic lobby. A disgruntled client files a complaint against you with the Veterinary Examining Board. A client sues you claiming he was injured when he slipped and fell in your parking lot. A client is seriously bitten during a veterinary exam. You discover that an employee has been stealing from you. What do all of these situations have in common, besides the fact that each would cause your stress level to hit the roof? In each of these situations, the veterinarian should consider risk management and that includes placing an insurer on notice. This month’s Legal Brief addresses when a veterinarian should place an insurance carrier on notice and the potential perils of failing to do so in a timely manner.
an effective defense. Whether there is prejudice will depend upon all of the facts and circumstances, including how late the notice is and what transpired in the meantime. There are, however, certain types of policies for which late notice is fatal to a claim for coverage under Wisconsin case law, regardless of whether the insurer is prejudiced by the lack of timely notice. Without delving into the complexity of that issue, suffice to say it is a battle to be avoided. Trying to establish that notice was timely and, in any event, not prejudicial can be an expensive coverage dispute. The easiest way to avoid that fight? Give notice right away and prevent the insurer from making the argument.
A veterinary clinic (or individual veterinarians) may carry a variety of Therefore, we suggest the following best practices: types of insurance policies. A few common ones are CGL (commercial • When. Now, before there is an emergency, read your insurance general liability) policies, employment practices liability policies, and professional liability policies. The “triggering” event for an insurance policies and learn when the duty to give notice arises. policy (which is, the event that must occur before a policy may apply • Who. A policy will ordinarily say to whom notice should be to a given loss) typically depends on the type of policy. For example, a given. A knee jerk reaction is to give notice to a broker, but that typical CGL policy is designed to cover an “occurrence” (usually defined may not be adequate under the policy. as an accident) that causes bodily injury or property damage. A CGL policy is triggered when an accident happens, regardless of whether a • Where. Read the policy to determine where notice should be claim has been made. On the other hand, other types of policies, such sent. The policy should have a section that tells you where you as a professional liability policy, are designed to cover a “claim” made should send notice. against the veterinarian for negligent professional services. • What. Some policies have specific instructions about what An insurance policy is a contract and, like any contract, it imposes should be included with the notice. For example, the policy duties on both contracting parties. The insurance company may have a might state that notice should include a list of key witnesses, duty to provide coverage, and that may also include a duty to defend, or a summary of the incident, or a copy of legal papers. See depending on the policy language. Insureds sometimes forget, what must be provided, as it may be more than simply notice. however, that they too, have obligations under their insurance policies. Consider getting the assistance of legal counsel because the One key obligation of the insured is the duty to provide timely notice. characterization of events in the notice may impact a coverage So, what is considered “timely” notice? There is no one size fits all determination by the insurance company. answer, because the duty and timing of providing notice to an insurer depends upon the specific language in the insurance policy. Insurance policies often provide peace of mind to insureds. Like any A typical CGL policy may say that notice should be provided “as soon contract though, an insurance policy is a two-way street. In the thick as practicable,” which usually means within a “reasonable time”. On of the stress from an incident, the last thing that may come to mind is the other hand, a professional liability policy may require “immediate” insurance. The reality is that a failure to provide timely notice can lead notice of a claim. to significant problems with a claim for insurance coverage down the If notice is late, is the veterinarian’s claim for coverage under the policy road. Even when not fatal, the issue of notice is often an expensive fight that can be avoided. When in doubt, err on the side of caution doomed? Once again, there is no one size fits all answer. Typically, and give notice right away. l Wisconsin law does not allow an insurer to avoid its obligations to the insured unless the failure to give timely notice causes “prejudice” to the insurer. “Prejudice” happens when the unexcused failure of an insured to provide timely notice seriously impairs the insurer’s ability to investigate, evaluate, or settle a claim; determine coverage; or present
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Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls in Veterinary Practice By Leslie Ptak, Department of Labor/OSHA compliance assistance specialist Slips, trips and falls are common in the workplace and it is not an exaggeration to say that they can result in devastating injuries. OSHA collects all sorts of data on injuries caused by falls. Broken ankles, arms, hips and fractured skulls are common, as are torn rotator cuffs and damaged knees. In 2016, Wisconsin experienced three fatal work related falls (Table 1). Statistics show that falls have been increasing in veterinary clinics (Table 2).1 It has been calculated that it takes about a third of a second to fall two feet. That means most people hit the ground in about one second. Even if you can “catch yourself” before you hit the ground, that doesn’t mean you avoid injury. Musculoskeletal injuries, such as strained and sprained tendons, ligaments, etc., are typical outcomes of slip injuries. What does OSHA require employers to control? Work environments, especially walking and working surfaces, can change in a minute due to unpredictable factors; animal behavior and weather being two of them. A floor that was clean and dry one minute can be soiled and slippery the next. A frozen field can be relatively easy to navigate at 8 o’clock in the morning, but rough and irregular a couple hours later. Given these facts of veterinary practice, what does OSHA expect employers to control?
Teamwork Employee involvement is an important aspect of controlling any workplace hazard. Employees are exposed to various fall hazards depending on their assigned tasks. In order to address every possible fall, make sure all categories of worker are represented on the team you assemble to address these hazards. Employees should work with management and have their full support in evaluating the potential hazards and addressing them. Written policies Written policies about hazards that are reiterated during regular employee training and posted in the workplace convey (1) the employer’s concern for workers and (2) the importance of the matter being addressed. Suggested topics for written policies that address falls in the workplace include: • Don’t run – ever! In the midst of an emergency, employees may be tempted to do what is the best for the patient at the expense of their own safety. Running in the workplace should be prohibited. • Footwear. You can reduce the chances of personal injury by wearing slip-proof, well-fitting shoes. Whether in the clinic or working outdoors or at client locations, footwear should be selected to address uneven ground, grated flooring, slippery floors, etc.
The issue of ambulatory workplaces was litigated in the case American Dental Association vs. Martin. This decision applied to home health care employees, and ambulatory veterinary practice • A place for everything and everything in its place. OSHA workers are home healthcare workers. There is a distinction between requires workplaces to be clean and orderly. Compliance with a permanent workplace, such as a clinic employees report to daily, this requirement depends on employee behavior, so put your and a temporary one, where employees visit client locations to housekeeping rules and survey requirements in writing, and provide services. Employers are responsible for the conditions of give employees the time and resources to comply. their permanent locations; all OSHA standards apply at all times. Conduct Regular Worksite Slip, Trip and Fall Hazard Surveys. When an employee is visiting a client, it is recognized that there is Looking for slip, trip, and fall hazards is easy, and the solutions are much that the employer cannot control. often obvious. Addressing them systematically and effectively is Working conditions fall into two categories, general (also known as less easy in a busy practice. Who has the time? On the other hand, non-site-specific2) and site-specific3. Accordingly, OSHA has general who has the time to deal with a valuable employee who is off work, and site-specific standards. General standards are those an employer recovering from a serious fall? The best way to address these issues can comply with before the worker is exposed to the hazards. For is with regular surveys of the workplace. These surveys can be done instance, there can be a work rule to wear certain footwear during daily, weekly, or even after certain procedures, depending on the visits to dairy farms to lessen the chance of a fall. Once at the client’s hazardous condition. farm, the employee may encounter site-specific conditions, such as ground or flooring that is icy, uneven, slippery, etc. Site-specific standards may apply, but since the client controls that walking surface, the employer cannot be held responsible for it. Employers are responsible for complying with site-specific standards, when they control the conditions at the work site4. CONTINUED ON PAGE 9
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Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls...
Site and operation specific checklists that serve as the basis for a (1) All places of employment, passageways, storerooms, service survey are easily generated using readily available information. The rooms, and walking-working surfaces are kept in a clean, OSHA Hospital eTool, located on the OSHA website, addresses orderly and sanitary condition. all healthcare environments, includes recommended good work • Make sure there is a place for everything and everything is practices, and applies to veterinary clinics. The Centers for Disease stored properly. Have a designated storage area for mobile Control has a publication called Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention equipment and tools. Label the storage area so there is no for Healthcare Workers that is a comprehensive overview with question where that item belongs when it is not in use. checklists of the issues healthcare workers face and photos of best • Is storage space at a premium? If that piece of equipment has practices for removing the hazards. And there is OSHA’s Small not been used in a year, can it be stored offsite, perhaps at a Business Handbook, which has an entire appendix of checklists for storage locker? Consider mounting equipment on the wall businesses to use to assess hazards. (The pages on fall hazards begin when it is not in use. on pages 20-24.) It is not healthcare specific but addresses all the instances where OSHA standards may apply. (See Resources section). • Extension cords are prohibited by OSHA in general industry workplaces. If the cord on a piece of equipment is not long Your team may decide that some checklist questions do not apply enough, consider having a licensed electrician install more to your practice. Questions might need to be added or modified for electrical outlets or move the outlets so they are easier to your operations. It is important to know that checklists for workplace use. OSHA has a nice fact sheet titled “Working Safely with safety are never finished documents; they should be expected to Electricity” that is readily available online (See Resources). change over time as your practice changes. • Manage cords (for instance, electrical and computer) using cord Stored Energy protectors, cable ties, cable organizers, etc. Another hazard is stored energy. Stored energy refers to situations • Hoses on equipment (for instance, oxygen hoses) can create where an employee loses their balance after being struck by a tripping hazards. Just as your garden hoses have holders and patient, or the device they are relying on to control the animal fails reels, so should the equipment in your practice. Hoses should be causing the employee to fall. stored to keep them off the floor and, if possible, when they are • Follow the Suggested Best Practices in the OSHA Alliance in use. Animal Bites and Scratches article which was published in (2) The floor of each workroom is maintained in a clean and, to January for keeping the animal as calm as possible. Anticipate the extent feasible, in a dry condition. When wet processes are that every interaction with a patient could result in the animal suddenly twisting, reeling, bolting, kicking, or biting, potentially used, drainage must be maintained and, to the extent feasible, dry standing places, such as false floors, platforms, and mats knocking the employee to the ground. must be provided. • When physically restraining the animal, take the time to inspect • OSHA prohibits all electrical cords from laying in wet the equipment, such as lead ropes, halters, leashes, OB chains, conditions. Hang them overhead using cord drops or etc., to ensure it is in good condition each time before it is used. retractable cord reels (with strain relief ), and all outlets should • If another person will be assisting, establish good be GFCI protected. communication with that person about what is about to • Drains might meet the definition of a hole, which according to happen: the procedure, each person’s role, likely responses of OSHA standards, is “a gap or open space in a floor or horizontal the animal, and the tools and best practices that you are using. walking-working surface, or similar surface that is at least two Communicate with the owner as to the usual temperament of inches in its least dimension.” If you have a floor drain at least two inches in diameter, provide a slotted cover that is flush the animal. with the floor, so it is not a trip hazard or an OSHA violation. Applicable OSHA Standards The OSHA standards that apply to slips, trips and falls can be found in Subpart D of 1910 . These are some suggestions for three of the most pertinent ones. §1910.22 – Surface conditions.
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Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls... each room where spills are anticipated?
(3) Walking-working surfaces are maintained free of hazards, such as sharp or protruding objects, loose boards, corrosion, spills, snow and ice.
• Is there a process in place to make sure that parking lots and walkways are cleared of snow as soon as practicable after a snowfall? Is a policy in place for when heavy precipitation (e.g., rain, snow, sleet, or hail) is expected throughout a workday that might affect operations? In frigid weather, are materials available to address icy walkways (for instance, road salt)?
• Veterinary clinics can be crazy busy with floor conditions becoming slippery quickly. A solution? Wet mop followed by dry mop. Are mops and cleaning supplies readily available in Table 1. Wisconsin fatalities in 2 016 caused by slips and falls.
• Responding to a paged emergency call, the employee fell in her garage and suffered epidural and subdural hemorrhages, which were deemed non-survivable. • The employee was walking in the parking lot, and slipped and fell, hitting his head. • The employee was walking on the sidewalk between two buildings, and slipped and fell on ice. Her left foot was broken in the fall and she underwent foot surgery. She died from a blood clot related to the surgery. Source: OSHA Information System Reports Table 2. Nonfatal Injuries in Veterinary Clinics, Nationwide Falls, slips and trips
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics: Pertains to clinics with 11 or more employees. No falls from heights of veterinary clinic employees were reported.
Resources OSHA Hospital eTool: Healthcare Wide Hazards – Slips, Trips and Falls https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/hospital/hazards/slips/slips.html.
A link to the text of OSHA’s Subpart D of 1910, Walking-Working Surfaces can be found here, https://www.osha.gov/walking-working-surfaces/ RegTextWWSFinalRule.pdf.
The Centers for Disease Control publication called Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention for Healthcare Workers is linked here, https://www.cdc.gov/ A link to OSHA’s Working Safely with Electricity fact sheet is here, https:// niosh/docs/2011-123/pdfs/2011-123.pdf. www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_Hurricane_Facts/elect_safety.pdf. The OSHA Small Business Handbook (OSHA 2209-02R 2005) is linked here, https://www.osha.gov/Publications/smallbusiness/small-business.pdf. A link to OSHA’s guidance on workers in home healthcare, American Dental Association vs. Martin is here, Enforcement Procedures for the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, https://www. osha.gov/OshDoc/Directive_pdf/CPL_02-02-069.pdf. See page 7 of the document.
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The OSHA and Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association Alliance developed this fact sheet for informational purposes only. It does not necessarily reflect the official views of OSHA or the U.S. Department of Labor.
This data applies to veterinary clinics with eleven or more employees; NAICS code 541940, 2012-2015.
American Dental Association vs. Martin - The employer will be held responsible for all non-site-specific requirements of the standard, including the non-site specific requirements of the exposure control plan, hepatitis B vaccinations, post exposure evaluation and follow-up, recordkeeping, and the generic training requirements. OSHA will also cite employers for failure to supply appropriate personal protective equipment to employees.
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American Dental Association vs. Martin - In implementing this decision, OSHA determined that the employer will not be held responsible for the following site-specific violations: housekeeping requirements, such as the maintenance of a clean and sanitary worksite and the handling and disposal of regulated waste; ensuring the use of personal protective equipment; and ensuring that specific work practices are followed (e.g., hand washing with running water) and ensuring the use of engineering controls.
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OSHA considers an employer to be in control of work when, in addition to specifying the output, product or result to be accomplished by the person’s work, the employer supervises the details, means, methods and processes by which the work is to be accomplished.
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This data applies to veterinary clinics with eleven or more employees; NAICS code 541940, 2012-2015. American Dental Association vs. Martin - The employer will be held responsible for all nonsite-specific requirements of the standard, including the non-site specific requirements of the exposure control plan, hepatitis B vaccinations, post exposure evaluation and follow-up, recordkeeping, and the generic training requirements. OSHA will also cite employers for failure to supply appropriate personal protective equipment to employees.
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Continuation vs. COBRA, Extension of Benefits By Marilyn Cook, Professional Insurance Programs Both state and federal law give certain individuals, who would otherwise lose their group health care coverage under an employer plan, the right to continue coverage for a period of time. The two laws are similar in some ways, but have provisions that are very different. Employers with less than 20 employees in the prior calendar year must comply with state law and those with 20 or more employees in the prior calendar year must comply with federal law. State Law (Wisconsin Continuation) The state law gives individuals who have been continuously covered under a group plan for at least three months the right to continue the group coverage up to 18 months; at their own expense. Wisconsin continuation applies to most group health insurance policies that provide hospital or medical coverage to Wisconsin residents. If you are an employee who lived outside the state of Wisconsin during your employment with an employer located within the state of Wisconsin, you would be eligible for continuation coverage. Additionally, the spouse of the covered employee can only remain on the plan as long as the employee is on the plan. Who is eligible: A former spouse whose coverage ends because of a divorce or annulment. An employee who voluntarily or involuntarily loses eligibility for coverage other than discharged for misconduct, along with the employee’s spouse and/or dependents. A covered spouse and/ or dependents of an employee that has passed away. Federal Law (COBRA) The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) is a federal law that allows employees, spouses and their dependents who lose their group health coverage to continue coverage at their own expense. Who is eligible: Employees who terminate employment for any other reason than gross misconduct or lose their coverage due to a reduction in hours, may continue their group coverage for up to 18 months. A spouse or dependents may continue coverage up to 36 months if they lose coverage due to a death of the employee, divorce from the employee, loss of dependent status due to age, or the employee’s eligibility for Medicare. If within the first 60 days of COBRA coverage an individual or dependent is determined by Social Security to be disabled, the disabled individual and other covered family members may continue coverage for up to 29 months. l
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Veterinarians: Be Aware of Health Requirements for Fair Animals By the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection It’s that time of year again when animals will move all over Wisconsin from fair to fair and show to show. Whether you are a private veterinarian writing health papers for an exhibitor or a volunteer fair veterinarian overseeing the health of incoming animals, there are a few areas you need to know about to be compliant. The following are some specific areas that you should be aware of when writing or checking health papers for upcoming shows and fairs this season. More detailed information about what is required for each species is included in our Animal Health Regulations for Fairs and Shows Fact Sheet. Requirements can change in the event of an animal disease outbreak, so you are encouraged to check the requirements frequently for any necessary changes.
to be official. Fair and show veterinarians must ensure that all official ID for the goats that are presented at the fair or show are recorded. Menageries, Petting Pens, etc.
Many fair veterinarians are unaware that animal health records Pigs for contracted or small acts must We have found that several veterinarians are omitting the required also provide animal herd health statement on the certificate of veterinary inspection health records. Any (CVI) for swine. Others are providing the herd health statement without listing the individual pigs that are being exhibited. Both the animal participating herd health statement and the list of individual pigs are required to in the fair must meet vaccination and testing be on the CVI to be compliant. requirements for Horses their species and also require CVIs and import A negative Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) test is required for all permits if coming from horses that appear at a show or fair in Wisconsin. The test must be done within the previous 12 months and should clearly identify the outside Wisconsin. animal by complete description, digital photographs or an approved The CVI plays an microchip. Equines that arrive at a fair or show without proof of a important role negative test may be denied entrance. in animal health
More from DATCP State and federal veterinarians continue to investigate swine vesicular cases at slaughter facilities. To date, we have investigated nearly 400 cases, all of which have been negative for FMD and most positive for Senecavirus A. DATCP is working with other state veterinarians to discuss possible causes and solutions. DATCP is currently investigating two beef herds with imported cattle that may have come from a tuberculosis positive herd in South Dakota. The two herds have been placed under quarantine while exposed animals are removed and tested and herd testing is conducted. These cattle were not identified at the farm of origin, other than with a brand. Our emergency coordinator is working on the Secure Milk Supply for Wisconsin Plan with Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board and the WVMA. The goals of the Voluntary SMS Plan are to maintain business continuity for the industry during an FMD outbreak, minimize disease spread, and assure a continuous supply of milk to consumers.
documentation. As such, these documents Some poultry owners are unclear about what health papers are are protected forms required for poultry. Some exhibitors have submitted invoices in and should always the place of flock certificates as proof of health status. The exhibitor Division of Animal Health and USDA be in the control of a must present one of the following to exhibit: an NPIP certificate, a are conducting a regional survey to licensed veterinarian Wisconsin Tested or Associate Flock certificate or proof of negative attempt to identify how widespread until they have been pullorum-typhoid individual tests. Some are also unaware that they multi-drug resistant Salmonella fully completed, signed cannot bring untestable market birds under four months of age Heidelberg cases may be and identify and dated. During to fair if they don’t have a flock certificate. Finally, if an exhibitor is risk factors for spread. A 2016 outbreak DATCP visits to various claiming the Youth Agricultural Exemption, they must provide a has led to a total of 36 human illnesses facilities, we often statement from their youth agriculture leader attesting that they in ten states that were associated with find blank CVIs left have visited the premises to confirm that no other birds are present. dairy bull calves from Wisconsin. unattended. These This must be done in addition to providing proof that the bird(s) forms are assigned were obtained from a tested flock. numbers and can be traced back to the responsible veterinarian. Be Sheep and Goats sure that you maintain control of your assigned CVIs to avoid any Overall, sheep and goats are fairly compliant, with the exception of compliance action. record keeping of Flock ID and individual ID. Both the Flock ID and If you have questions about any of the information provided here, the individual ID numbers are required to be recorded. For goats the please call the Division of Animal Health at 608-224-4872. l biggest confusion is what is considered official ID. Registry tattooed animals must provide papers in the owner’s name for the tattoos Poultry
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WVMA Member Spotlight: Dr. Anna Schwister By Bailey Quam, WVMA communications and project specialist Dr. Anna Schwister began her career in the veterinary medical profession at a young age when she would attend harness races with her father.
“Initially, I used it to learn about veterinary medicine in Wisconsin,” she says. “The newsletter has helped me learn about all aspects of veterinary medicine from a clinical aspect to regulatory information and legal issues. I’ve learned about colleagues, employment opportunities and continuing education.”
“I would go to the track with him for years, cleaning stalls, giving our horse Starting her own practice has been the most challenging a bath, and playing with the barn cats,” part of Dr. Schwister’s career, but also one of her favorite accomplishments. says Dr. Schwister. Dr. Anna Schwister
Dr. Schwister is a 1991 graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. This was the first class that was made up with more than 50 percent women, a trend she has seen continue to grow.
“It started with a vision of what I wanted for my clients and patients to experience when they came in my door,” she says. “I also wanted to create a working environment that was positive, supportive and happy. It has been challenging in many ways, but has also taught this old dog new tricks.”
For current veterinary medical students, Dr. Schwister encourages Throughout her career, Dr. Schwister has never lost her love for animals, which drives her to do as perfect of a job as possible with them not to be afraid of doing surgeries. every patient. “It is kind of like downhill skiing,” she says. “A little scary, but also exciting.”
A member of the WVMA since 1991, Dr. Schwister has used her membership in a variety of ways.
“I still have this overwhelming urge to squeeze the puppies and kittens like a 3-year old and I don’t think that will ever go away,” she says. l
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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. Priority 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 FT or PT SA veterinarian to join our AAHA practice 35 min north of Madison in Beaver Dam. Practice high quality medicine with emphasis on wellness care and client education in a beautiful facility with wonderful staff and growing clientele. Established client base in place for new associate. In-house IDEXX lab, SurgiVet monitor, digital radiography, ultrasound, blood pressure, electrocardiography, Tono-Pen, bronchoscope and well-utilized CVTs. Beaver Dam is a lakeside community with a growing population located between Madison and the Fox Valley on Hwy 151. Flexible schedule with no emergency call. Future ownership potential for the right candidate. Experienced practitioners and new graduates welcome. Must have good communication skills and a commitment to practicing high quality medicine and surgery. Must also have a willingness to educate clients, be supportive of staff education and eager to share new ideas and techniques. Contact Vicky Smith DVM, at vickys_dvm@yahoo.com or Wyllow Pet Hospital, 126 Corporate Dr, Beaver Dam, WI 53916. 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
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please forward resume to the attention of Dr. Singh - DRGSS95@ yahoo.com.
doctors. Interested candidates please forward your resume to the attention of Dr. Singh at DRGSS95@yahoo.com.
Wow!! Check us out: we love vet med and seek another motivated vet that has great surgical, medical and communication skills to join our team. We deliver exceptional service and place the best team and equipment in your hands: laser, ultrasound, on site lab, electronic records. We want YOU to shine. Call today!! Dr. Lyn Ludwig (715) 661 0178 (o) or Lyn Ludwig@hotmail.com. See us on our Facebook or at northcountyvet.com.
We are seeking a FT or PT SA veterinarian to join our team in a growing 2 office practice in Berlin and Ripon, 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 vacation, retirement, health insurance and a continuing education package. Contact Gary Batenhorst at veterinary@vetclinicsberlinripon.com or (920)361-2101.
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 inhouse 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.
Barron Veterinary Clinic is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic professional to join our well established team as a SA Associate Veterinarian. We are a progressive 5-doctor MA practice that specializes in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients. We have a newly remodeled facility with equipment that includes surgical laser, digital radiology, dental equipment with digital dental radiology, and in house laboratory. We offer a generous compensation package including: liability insurance, CE, PTO, licenses, dues and subscriptions. New graduates are welcome to apply. Please email your resume to 1bvcbookkeeping@gmail. com.
Lake Geneva Animal Hospital is a SA practice located in beautiful south central Wisconsin. We are looking for a 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. Do you have a caring, positive attitude and are looking for a new adventure with awesome coworkers? Join us – Animal Health Center in Watertown! We are AAHA Accredited and are looking for an associate veterinarian (PT/FT) with high standards of medicine, strong client communication, and surgery skills. We have an excellent culture and show genuine care for our patients. Doctors’ hours Monday – Friday! Please send resume to dr.gooch@sbcglobal.net for consideration.
Come join our team! We are a customer-focused, well established practice located between Chicago, Milwaukee and Lake Geneva in western Kenosha County. This area has great schools, scenic views, lakes and that small town feeling. Family values run deep, as does collaborative teamwork. We strive to offer progressive medicine and assets including: fully equipped and dedicated dental suite, in-house laboratory, therapy laser, acupuncture, ultrasound and more. All this housed in a brand new sunshine-filled facility. We also offer behavior training and strive for fear free veterinary care. We are Gold certified feline friendly. The right candidate will enjoy generous benefits including 401(k) matching, set hours (no afterhours emergency) and a flexible schedule, making it easier to achieve that work-life balance we all strive for. We are seeking a FT veterinarian but would consider PT, provided he or she is the right fit for our veterinary family. Check out our website at westoshavet. com and our Facebook page. Email inquiries to westoshavet@yahoo.com or mslux@att.net.
Immediate openings for SA veterinarians FT/PT in busy SA multidoctor practice. We are well established practice in downtown Milwaukee for the last 30 years and conveniently located between Marquette university and Miller park (Home of the Milwaukee Brewers). We offer full range of benefits: AVMA/ PLIT dues, 401(k), health insurance, licencing fees, paid vacation, holiday pay and much more. Work 4 days/week with excellent compensation in the range of 80 - 120K, based on experience, along with production bonuses. New graduates are encouraged to apply. Mentoring and training available from experienced
We are 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 west of Green Bay. The clinic is a full service SA hospital and welcomes both emergency treatment cases, as well as routine medical, surgical and dental care. 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 inhouse IDEXX laboratory. Please take a look at our website (www.
pulaskiveterinaryclinic.com) to find out more about us - take note of the excellent reviews our clients continually give us. 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 benefits which include health insurance -along with a health savings account (HSA), 401(k), CE allowance, long and short term disability, as well as long term care coverage. We see clients Monday - Friday and 2 Saturday mornings per month. Evening and weekend emergencies are seen at Green Bay Animal Emergency Center. Must have DVM and be licensed in the state of Wisconsin. If interested, please send resume to pvcinfo@netnet.net. Solo practice owner would like to slow down. Would like independent veterinarian, not only to help with current workload but to have the opportunity to follow some of their passions. Have been referring way too much due to current case load. Send cover letter concerning where you have been, where you want to go and expectations to: tricountyvetcenter@gmail.com. 20 year established SA practice in western Wisconsin has an immediate opening for an experienced and reliable associate veterinarian. This individual must be skilled in surgery and diagnostics and enjoy working in a friendly, supportive atmosphere dedicated to the help and care of clients and their pets. We are located 20 minutes from downtown St. Paul, MN. Competitive salary and benefits. Please send resume to kinnicvet@ yahoo.com. Blackhawk Veterinary Hospital is excited to be hiring a FT/PT associate veterinarian. We are a progressive, well equipped, FEAR FREE CERTIFIED hospital. We are looking for an experienced individual who will aid in our continued quest toward excellence. We are a 2 doctor, companion animal practice that always strives to provide compassionate high quality care, superior client service, positive communication and attitude all within an optimum work environment - And with an all certified staff! This qualified dynamic doctor is sure to be an enthusiastic team player. No Saturdays. Great location: close to Madision, Milwaukee and Chicago. Email resume to Julie Leuzinger, CVT-CVPM at juleuzi@ hotmail.com. Expanding SA practice, in family friendly northern Milwaukee suburb, seeking FT or PT associate. No afterhours 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. We are a 4 doctor AAHA-accredited hospital in southeastern Wisconsin seeking a PT or FT experienced doctor. Hospital amenities include ultrasound, digital radiography (including dental), CO2 surgical laser, in-house labs, class IV therapeutic laser and VSMT. Benefits include 401(k), CE, professional liability insurance and association dues. No after-hours emergency or oncall. We pride ourselves on practicing high quality medicine in a low-stress environment. We enjoy working with each other and are looking for a candidate that fits well with our team. Send resume to Amy Ray at amy@bellecityvet.com. Dodgeville Veterinary Service (DVS) is AAHA accredited and a Fear Free practice. We are seeking a FT associate veterinarian to join our busy practice. We are a very progressive practice in a rural community. DVS is a 3 doctor SA practice that focuses on highquality medicine, client education, teamwork and overall fun!
Competitive salary, 401(k), health insurance, CE and more. Learn more about us www.DodgevilleVet.com. Send resume to Dodgeville Veterinary Service, 105 County Road YZ, Dodgeville WI 53533 or DVS@DodgevilleVet.net.
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.*
Seeking FT SA veterinarian in southwestern Twin Cities area of Minnesota. Experience, people skills, teamwork needed; all applicants considered. Call (952) 492-2725 between 7:00 am - 5:00 pm.
PT/FT associate veterinarian wanted to join a progressive SA clinic in Prairie du Chien, WI. We are a small 1.5 DVM practice in the beautiful Mississippi River valley. Pleasant, wellequipped facility with exceptional, dynamic support staff and devoted clientele. Candidate should be self-motivated and practice exceptional, efficient medical and surgical care. Salary commensurate with experience. Some evening and weekend oncall duties required. Please email resume to either stephanie@ tendercareanimalhospital.com or jami@tendercareanimalhospital. com.*
Seeking PT to FT DVM (23 to 37 appt hours per week) to work at established clinic on Madison’s westside starting August 1st to replace associate leaving due to husband’s relocation. AAHA accredited and gold level designated Cat Friendly Practice. Great support staff, locally owned and community-oriented, excellent computer and client communication systems with truly fantastic clients. Primarily outpatient and would include patient care training and leadership responsibilities. Minimum of 2 years experience in high quality practice and strong interest in feline medicine and preventive care for both dogs and cats. Madison is truly a great place to live & work! Please send cover letter and resume to westtownevc@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) 7485144, or by regular mail, Associated Veterinary Clinic, P.O. Box 352, Ripon, WI 54971.* AAHA 3 DVM practice in family friendly, medical oriented, central Wisconsin community. An opportunity to practice quality medicine and become a respected community member. All skill levels and experience considered. See our ad on VCN and visit us at www.wildwoodanimalhospital.net. My email is docrogekrog@aol.com. Your future begins here!* PT or FT veterinarian needed for a busy, upscale practice in Wauwatosa, The Center for Animal Health. Amazing clients and a phenomenal team make this practice a joy to work at. This clinic in the heart of Wauwatosa has updated equipment and facilities including ultrasound and cold therapy laser. The second veterinarian is dedicated and experienced and willing to mentor a new graduate to their full potential. Continuing education, licensing, paid vacation, health insurance and 401(k) provided. Competitive base salary and production bonuses. Email dhillondvm@gmail.com.* Established feline clinic seeks veterinarian either FT (35-45 hours/week) or PT. Must have excellent people skills, as well as an affinity for feline patients. Enjoy longer appointment times and a quiet, cats only environment. We offer high quality medicine to our patients and clients in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Flexible hours. After-hours emergencies are referred to the local emergency center. Digital radiography, inhouse lab, modern dental equipment with dental radiography. Interested applicants should email resume to petcare@thegentlevets.com.*
AAHA accredited 1.5 doctor SA practice northeast of Madison in need of PT associate. Digital radiography, in-house lab, laser therapy and excellent staff. No emergencies or late nights. Excellent benefits. Hours to be determined. Send resume t0 mkvcwaupun@yahoo.com.* Delavan Animal Clinic is a SA practice located in beautiful south central WI. We are looking for a PT associate to join our practice. Equipment includes digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, inhouse laboratory. Great support staff!!! Call Sonya (262) 728-3303.* We’re growing! Lodi Veterinary Care is looking for a veterinarian to join our 8 doctor companion animal team. FT or PT candidates will be considered. Ability to do after-hours emergency work is required. Our progressive practice is located just 20 minutes North of Madison. Services include, but are not limited to; general health care, dentistry, surgery, laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures, and emergency medical services. Our practice is well equipped with digital radiology, ultrasound, laser therapy, in-house laboratory, surgical suite, and overnight hospitalization facilities. We employ Certified Veterinary Technicians and veterinary technician assistants to support doctors. Emergency and on-call coverage is provided 24/7. Please visit our website at: www.lodivet.com. If you are looking to join a great team, please submit information to: Lodi Veterinary Care, Attn: Camille 705 N. Main Street, Lodi, WI 53555.* Well-appointed veterinary clinic under new management offers top-quality management and medicine. We offer exceptional benefits with 401(k), license, PLIT, health insurance, vacation and CE. Production bonuses available. Contact veterinaryrecruitment2@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 dhillondvm@gmail.com.* Animal Referral Center is a 24-hour hospital with a terrific emergency team and specialists board certified in emergency and critical care, surgery, internal medicine and radiology. Check us out at www.fvarc.com and www.gbarcwi.com. Our collaborative approach to patient care contributes greatly to our enjoyable working environment. We have DR, ultrasound, CT, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, ventilators, operating microscope, full lab and multiple critical care monitors. All of our doctors enjoy the benefit of a culture that strongly supports teaching and continued education. In particular, our internship program helps to ensure that everyone is
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continually learning and growing. FT emergency schedule averages 12 shifts per month. Compensation based on percentage with a guaranteed base and excellent benefits package. Lakes, parks and a lot of green space make northeast WI the perfect location for those who enjoy outdoor activities. This part of the state is refreshingly progressive and surprisingly diverse. A liberal arts university creates a community focus on music and the performing arts. The area is also environmentally friendly, offering plenty of options for those who prefer to live green and/or organically. It’s also a sports fan dream with many local teams and of course, the home of the Green Bay Packers! Interested parties should contact Alyce D’Amato at adamato@horizondvm.com or (920) 882-4301.* Veterinarian wanted. PT, potentially FT with benefits for SA/exotic clinic based out of East Madison. Growing opportunities! Please contact Lisa Lasack to learn more at lisal@animartpet.com. (920) 210-3117.* Lakeside Animal Hospital in Oshkosh, Wisconsin is looking for enthusiastic associate veterinarians to join our healthcare team. Lakeside Animal Hospital is a well-established multiple veterinarian-staffed SA hospital with an exceptional support team. Our hospital facility provides a complete in-house diagnostic laboratory, high quality radiology services including digital radiography (DR system), ultrasound, endoscopy, as well as a fully equipped surgical unit for soft tissue, orthopedic and laser surgery cases. After-hours calls referred to a local veterinary emergency facility. The candidates must have strong diagnostic and surgical abilities as well as excellent interpersonal skills. New or recently graduated veterinarians are encouraged to apply. Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, CE allowance, professional dues and retirement plan. Please send resume to Todd H. Schatz, DVM, Lakeside Animal Hospital, 1834 Algoma Boulevard, Oshkosh, WI 54901, (920) 235- 5040 or email at tschatz.lakesidedvm@yahoo.com.*
LARGE ANIMAL Looking for a PT or FT LA veterinarian, predominately bovine, with some SA ruminants, to join a 3 DVM LA veterinary practice. Must be ultrasound capable. Truck and equipment provided. Call and holidays equally rotated. Competitive salary and benefits. Located near beautiful Green Lake in Berlin, Wisconsin. Contact Dr. Gary Batenhorst at (920) 361-2101 or email a veterinary@vetclinicsberlinripon.com. Large Animal Practice, equine 75 %, dairy 25 % (includes some small ruminate and cervidae). Looking for 3rd veterinarian. Complete hospital facility with all the equipment. Prefer individual with some reproduction and ultrasound experience. Contact John Bengfort, (507) 458-5665 or bengfort@hbci.com.*
DAIRY FT dairy associate position available in our practice - 1 hour south of Madison, WI. Established 5-doctor practice (50+ years) equipped with ImproMed software, EasiScan, bacteriology lab and chemistry machine. Our services include: reproduction, surgery and general herd health. Competitive salary, plus vacation and all insurance (health, disability and liability). In addition CE allowance, 401(k) and licensing are included. On-call responsibilities shared equally. Please send resume to: Monroe Veterinary Service, S.C. Attn: Dr. David Jeans 1317-31st Avenue Monroe, WI 53566.
MIXED ANIMAL An associate position is available in our 7 doctor MA practice
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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. Progressive veterinary clinic seeking PT/FT SA, LA or MA veterinarian to work in central Wisconsin. Fond du Lac is a small town with a great selection of private and public schools at all levels. We are the home of Mercury Marine-Brunswick and the famous Walleye Weekend Fishing Tournament on Lake Winnebago! Fond du Lac is also home to Fondue Fest and is only a short distance from Lake Michigan, the Fox Cities, Green Bay and the Milwaukee/Madison area. It is an ideal location to be close to everything! Our veterinary clinic has been serving Fond du Lac and the surrounding communities for over 50 years and have many dedicated and well-established clientele. Our hospital is fully staffed with four certified veterinary technicians, one small animal veterinarian and one mixed animal veterinarian. We have a strong small animal client base with a growing case load. We have a solid LA case load with room to grow. Equipment includes, but is not limited to: IDEXX laboratory equipment including Catalyst, Lasercyte, SnapShot Dx (T4/Bile Acids/ Cortisol), Coag Dx, UA Analyzer, SA & LA Ultrasound, Isoflurane gas anesthesia unit, Advisor Monitor v9200 with NIBP, ETCO2, SPO2, ECG, Radiosurgery Unit, Tono-Pen, AccuGard NIBP, Summit x-ray & AGFA processor, ImproMed Infinity software & hardware. New graduates encouraged to apply! Pay commensurate with experience. Benefit package including vacation, CE, health, dental, life, and long term disability insurance! Supplemental insurance also available. For practice in-site, please visit our website at www.fdlvet.com. Send resume to shannon@fdlvet. com or call Shannon at (920) 923-8886 or (920) 948-1832. Broadview Education Consortium is an equal opportunity employer, who supports a diverse workforce. The Resident Veterinarian is eligible to receive; dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, tuition benefits, flexible spending accounts and personal time off (PTO) Some duties include the initial intake examination of animals obtained, formulate the diagnostic and/ or treatment plan, monitor animal records for accuracy and proper SOAP format, and complete the discharge information. Oversee the performance of CVTs in procedures requiring the supervision of a DVM. Perform surgery and other special procedures that require a DVM license; make diagnoses, write prescriptions, and sign health, sterilization, and rabies certificates as indicated and/or work with adjunct DVM instructors to accomplish the same. Interested parties should email resume to gretchenjohnson@broadviewuniversity.edu. Seeking FT veterinarian for a MA practice, very close to Twin Cities in Minnesota. Call (952) 492-2725 for details, between 7:00 am - 5:00 pm. Looking for self-motivated associate veterinarian to work in a MA practice. Our clinic offers, digital x-ray, full dental equipment with digital x-ray, ultrasound, Abaxis blood machines and ImproMed computer program. Great mentorship available to new graduate, but any experience level welcome. Competitive salary, paid vacation and CE, dues and license paid, shared on
call, some insurance benefits. Rural area with lots of recreational opportunities. Please contact Dr. Emily Wood at (715) 590-2822 for more information.* Associate position open in our 4 doctor MA practice in west central WI. Well established clinic with ImPromed, IDEXX in-house lab, EasiScan U/S, 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 provided. On-call and holidays shared equally. Friendly community 20 minutes south of Eau Claire. Call (715) 597-3158 or email osvetdrs@hotmail.com.*
RELIEF Experienced DVM (UW ‘03) available for relief in your clinic. Background in SA practice, emergency medicine and surgery. Contact Shawndrea V. Lennix at (608) 215-2238. 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) 215-3736 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, Fridays, and occasionally Mondays and Tuesdays. 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 Located just across the Mississippi River on the opposite side of La Crosse, La Crescent Animal Care of Minnesota is seeking FT, PT and immediate relief veterinarians to serve in our SA practice. (See our clinic website at lacrescentanimalcare.com) Interested applicants should contact Barb Sell at lacrescentanimalcare@yahoo.com or (507) 895-36 Relief veterinarian wanted over summer months. Can be short or long term commitment. Housing available if needed. Great practice and staff, ultrasound, digital x-ray, laser, full in-house lab, and very modern facilities. Please contact Dr. Lynda Ludwig (715) 661-0178 (o) or visit www.northcountryvetclinic.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 Country Doctors Veterinary Service in Menomonie, WI is looking for a FT Certified Veterinary Technician. Must be a graduate of an accredited program and licensed in the state of Wisconsin. We would like a mature individual who works well with a team and is dedicated to helping our patients and educating our clients. Must be willing to work Saturday mornings and on-call emergencies. Competitive salary and benefits available. Email resumes to Beth Burntvedt at bburntvedt.pm@countrydrs.com or call (715) 2358555 with questions. Certified Veterinary Technician, FT/PT - We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic FT/PT Certified Veterinary Technician, who takes pride in offering exceptional service and compassionate care to our patients and clients. Pulaski Veterinary Clinic located only 15 minutes’ northwest of Green Bay. The clinic is a full-service animal
hospital and welcomes both “daytime” emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need or routine medical, surgical and dental care. We currently have 3 licensed veterinarians, focusing 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. We support our staff with many benefits which includes 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. 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. Please send resume to pvcinfo@netnet.net. The Muskego Animal Hospital is currently accepting applications for FT and/or PT Certified Veterinary Technicians. We are seeking experienced individuals to join our team and to help us provide compassionate care for our client’s companions. Duties include but are not limited to taking x-rays, drawing blood, running lab work, placing IVs, administering fluids, medicating patients, assisting in exam rooms and more. We are looking for a caring team player who works well with others, but also has the ability to work independently and is a motivated self-starter. Only individuals with a CVT license will be considered. Competitive hourly pay based on abilities and experience. Benefits include uniforms, 401(k) and profit sharing program, as well as vacation and holiday pay for FT staff. For consideration, please submit your resume and a brief letter of interest to juliem@muskegoanimalhospital.com. * Lakeside Animal Hospital is looking for a motivated Certified Veterinary Technician for FT employment. Experienced CVTs as well as new graduates will be considered to fill this position. Lakeside Animal Hospital is a multi-doctor, well established SA hospital in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Responsibilities range from laboratory, radiology and anesthesiology technical support to surgical assistance and critical care nursing. Other primary duties include client communication, dentistry, equipment maintenance and inventory management. New or recently graduated veterinary technicians are encouraged to apply. Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, CE allowance, professional dues and retirement plan. Please send resume to Todd H. Schatz, DVM, Lakeside Animal Hospital, 1834 Algoma Boulevard, Oshkosh, WI 45901, (920) 235-5040 or email at tschatz. lakesidedvm@yahoo.com.*
FOR SALE Terafloat Standard Set. Bought new and used one year. Two Motors #2, Four 2.0 Ah batteries, 4-bay charger, Two turnflex shafts, Two heads (rotary disc, apple core burr), incisor speculum, and case. $4,250. Contact Frank During, DVM at office number: (715)-273-4632. For sale: 90’ Dodge diesel to truck with 90 Bowie box; also older Porta-Vet pony model and horse stocks. Contact Dr. Steve Hines at (608) 586-5768 or email sjhines@maqs.net.
PRACTICE FOR SALE FELINE ONLY practice for sale. Same location for 20 years. Veterinarian scheduled for 18 hours per week. Currently closed on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The current gross $250K on this limited schedule. Great opportunity for PT employment or person willing to grow the practice by expanding the hours. Excellent opportunity to expand a current practice with a feline satellite practice. Asking $100K for practice and equipment. Owner willing to finance. Contact at (414) 379-3446 or westwoodfeline@gmail. com. Serious inquiries only please. 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 - AAHA certified, Appleton area SA practice grossing $693K. Practice and RE offered at $765K. Call for more information. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TPSG - 1-800-380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com. NEW - SA practice grossing $473K northwest of Green Bay. Practice and RE offered at $398K. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TPSG - 1-800380-6872 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. SA Practice grossing $1.0M along Lake Winnebago. Practice and RE offered at $1,280,000. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TPSG 1-800-380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com. SA practice grossing $465K along Ironwood-Duluth corridor. Practice and RE offered at $398K. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of TPSG - 1-800-380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com. 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. South of Green Bay – 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.
Looking for a dairy ultrasound machine? BoviScan HD 10% off sale$7,555 Includes 128 element linear probe ultrasound and GoPro Mount Goggles. Call ReproScan today (877) 890-2411.* Aloka 500V ultrasound, LaBoit Veterinary Insert for SUV and vans, multi species electroejaculator, liquid nitrogen tank, stereo microscope, embryo transfer equipment, Bivona catheter, AO Spencer light microscope. Email at doxenreider1959@gmail.com or call (608) 558-7847.*
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