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From the President A Season of Change and Opportunity From the Executive Director Consider the Foundation – Helping Animals Through People
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Legal Briefs How to Provide for a Pet After the Owner’s Death
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WVMA Members Excel at AABP Conference
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Top 9 Tips for Properly Completing a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI)
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Food Armor™ WVMA HACCP for Proper Drug Use Workshop
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Reporting Animal Disease: A Veterinarian’s Quick Reference
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50 Year Awards Recipients Recognized at WVMA Convention Robert W. Elkins, DVM
Dr. Robert Elkins graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1956. He came to New Glarus to start a one man practice which was common in the 1950’s and 60’s. After several years, Dr. Elkins turned his one man practice into a dynamic duo which eventually expanded to four veterinarians. In 1996, 40 years after Dr. Elkins hung up his diploma he hung up his practicing days too. Dr. Elkins fondest memories over his 40 year career were relationships with farm families he served. Another fond memory is of UW veterinary students that were assigned to his practice each year. “These students added fresh thought and interesting conversation to each day,” recalled Dr. Elkins. “The basic practice of veterinary medicine is much the same as it always was,” says Dr. Elkin. “The client-vet relationship is much like that of James Herriot. The interaction with the dairymen and the farm family is a classic.” The greatest evolution he has seen in veterinary medicine is all of the technological advancements in medicine and equipment used today. Richard Larsen, DVM
Dr. Richard Larsen graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1964. He helped found Dairyland Animal Health in Weyauwega, Wis. where he spent his 30 year career practicing both large and small animal veterinary medicine before retiring in 1994. Dr. Larsen worked mostly as a large animal veterinarian, but he spent time examining small animals in between traveling from farm to farm. The challenge of the profession, satisfaction of a job well done and all of the farm families are Dr. Larsen’s fondest memories while practicing at Dairyland Animal Health. In those 30 years, Dr. Larsen had many amazing experiences traveling from farm to farm and much has changed from when he started practicing. The greatest change for him and the profession is herd size. Small and medium sized herds are disappearing or growing to larger herds and how small animal practices are continuing to increase. With many challenges and changes in the profession, Dr. Larsen says that he is very thankful for his veterinary career. Wayne Siegfried, DVM
Dr. Wayne Siegfried graduated from Auburn University in 1964. He started his career at Columbus Veterinary Hospital as a small animal veterinarian where he became a partner. In 1967, Dr. Siegfried left the Columbus Veterinary Hospital and started the Siegfried Small Animal Hospital in Beaver Dam, Wis. Since 2001, Dr. Siegfried has been practicing part-time. Throughout his career, Dr. Siegfried has seen great evolution in veterinary medicine. Among this evolution are the continual technological advances in diagnostic equipment and in the operation of business. >>> Continued on Page 4 1
FROM THE PRESIDENT
A Season of Change and Opportunity
Dr. Jane Clark
Fall is my favorite time of year. I love watching the leaves burst into brilliant colors, the lawns turn lush and green again, the nights turn cool and the days become crisp and clear. The beauty of fall inspires me to get outside and exercise, something I don’t really do consistently, even though I know I should for my health and wellbeing. Why? My job is filled with stress, just like yours is, and that of your employees. Don’t get me wrong. I love my job just like you do, but like you I don’t take 15 minute breaks, stop for lunch or chat by the water cooler. I stand most of the day while teaching in class, putting out fires, or treating the animals in my care. I eat on the run and faster than most people. I am in danger of “burnout”. I recognize it. The nature of my job won’t change, but I can put in place measures to combat it by doing things that help me physically and settle me emotionally. While I am subject to “burnout”, many of you may be in danger of “compassion fatigue”. What is the difference? Burnout results from the stresses of the worker and the nature of the work environment itself, while compassion fatigue results specifically from the relationship of the worker, whether DVM, CVT, receptionist, office manager, or assistant, and the patient.
It is our compassion for our patients that attracted us to this profession in the first place, but it is also an area of great vulnerability. Veterinary medicine is perhaps the only profession where you tearfully walk out of a room where you performed a euthanasia of a beloved pet you’ve known for 15 years and then proceed directly to another room, pasting a smile on your face, to greet your next client. It takes a toll and we need to recognize it and start taking measures to combat it before it progresses from the early symptoms of complaining, irritability and apathy into more serious alcohol or drug abuse. We need to take breaks at work, sit down and eat a relaxed lunch, take off time for “me” and support each other in the work place. A good start would be having a conversation about it with your staff. In keeping with our WVMA mission values of “Compassion” (for animals and people) and “Well-being” (caring for one another) our new five year WVMA strategic plan includes gathering and developing resources and contacts to help our members work through issues such as these. It is a start. Since I have added serving as WVMA President to my plate, I decided to sign up for the American Kortelopet cross-country ski race. It gives me a goal that will get me outside. I hope you find something that works for you. n
2014 WVMA EXECUTIVE BOARD President
Jane Clark, DVM
District 5
Judith Batker, DVM
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS
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Alan Holter, DVM
Treasurer Thomas H. Howard, DVM
Past President
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Kimberly Kratt, DVM
AVMA Delegate Ann Sherwood Zieser, DVM
Executive Director Kim Brown Pokorny Executive Assistant Torrie Kennedy Communications and Project Specialist Bailey Quam Development and Marketing Specialist Jeremy Panizza Food Armor™ Katie Mrdutt, DVM Outreach Specialist
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Mark Markel, DVM, PhD
WVMA VOICE
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The WVMA Voice is published on the 15th day of each month by the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association, 2801 Crossroads Dr., Ste. 1200, Madison, WI 53718; (608) 257-3665; toll-free (888) 254-5202; fax (608) 257-8989; e-mail: wvma@wvma.org; website: www.wvma.org. It is sent free of charge to all WVMA members. Office hours: 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday-Friday.
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Consider the Foundation – Helping Animals Through People Kim Brown Pokorny
The Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Foundation (WVMF) is in its second year and has covered a lot of ground since its inception in 2013. As the charitable arm of the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA), the WVMF will help animals through people. People like you, whether it’s through donations, education, research, health care, emergency or disaster assistance you will provide in the future. A strong, respected voice for animals and those who care for them is needed. To help reduce suffering, secure a strong future for the profession and to enhance public health and food safety are great responsibilities. Still, Wisconsin is in need of a charitable organization that can address, and have started to address those issues in our communities and with future and current animal owners. WVMF initiatives will include, but are not limited to: • Education – scholarships - to help solidify the future of veterinary medicine • Leadership training – being able to identify and recruit potential leaders, educate and support and cultivate them • Emergency and disaster preparedness – animal emergencies are human emergencies • Public and community outreach education – an opportunity to expand educational and awareness efforts in our communities • Grants to fund research that will explore the causes, treatments and disease prevention • Charitable to include helping serve underprivileged areas through funding missionary work our members participate in • Food safety – Food Armor™, WVMA’s HACCP for Proper Drug Use program falls within this initiative • An endowment Please consider making a donation to the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Foundation. Your donations will help achieve the initiatives described as well as accelerate fundraising and develop educational and marketing materials. Your contributions will help shape the foundation. The WVMF is a 501(c)(3), donations are charitable and tax deductible. To donate, go to the WVMA website, www.wvma.org, send a check to the WVMF at 2801 Crossroads Drive, Suite 1200 Madison, WI 53718 or contact the WVMA office at 608-257-3665. “How lovely to think that no one need wait a moment; we can start now, start slowly changing the world!” – Anne Frank n
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50 year awards >>> Continued from Page 1 Dr. Siegfried stays very involved in the veterinary medicine community. He is involved with the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). He served on the Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA) Executive Board, president of the Dodge City Veterinary Medical Association and as the president of the Midwest Small Animal Association.
some small clients, Dr. Barcus said over the years he saw many of his clients sell their farms and retire or take jobs at the local industrial park driving semi. He also stated the fluctuating farm economy made it difficult to maintain a consistent income. In those 62 years of evolution, Dr. Barcus has seen a rise in small animal practices as well as the growth in veterinary medical schools.
Wayne Barcus, DVM
Even with all of the change one constant remains, his love for the veterinary profession and mentoring veterinary students. Dr. Barcus said he received a letter last Christmas from an equine practitioner in Missouri expressing his appreciation for mentoring him during an internship. Dr. Barcus also takes great pride in his oldest son Kevin following in his footsteps.
Dr. Wayne Barcus graduated from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in 1952. He is a large and small animal veterinarian who predominantly practiced large animal veterinary medicine. Dr. Barcus said about his career, “I graduated at the right time.” He had a group practice that served many small and medium sized family farms. Dr. Barcus recalls how he was on a first name basis with all of his clients, their children and the family dog. After a 62 year carrer, Dr. Barcus continues to practicing part-time. Of
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Dr. Barcus said of his 62 year career so far, “There have been many great memories, but overall it has been the appreciation of my services by my clients.” n
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LEGAL BRIEFS
How to Provide for a Pet After the Owner’s Death Gregory E. Scallon, Esq., DeWitt Ross & Stevens, s.c.
In addition to my law practice advising professional service practices, practitioners and owners of professional services organizations and other businesses, I frequently consult regarding estate planning. A question that I’ve often gotten is how the owners of pets can be sure that their pets are adequately provided for after the owners’ deaths. I know that you, the veterinarians providing care for the pets, are also involved in this decision, because the pet owners will often tell me that they have already asked for your advice on how to assure proper care for their pets after the owners’ deaths. I assume many of you may also be interested in considering how to provide for your personal pets. Until recently, the answer wasn’t very satisfactory, at least from a legal perspective. Notwithstanding legal concerns, my impression is that the usual solution, as a practical matter, worked pretty well, notwithstanding the lack of legal precision. The most common solution was to arrange for care of pets by a close friend or family member, with a monetary bequest either during lifetime or in the owners’ Wills to provide for the cost of providing care (my guess is that most of the friends and family members agreeing to provide the on-going care for the animals would have done so with or without monetary support). The usual way to provide for dependents (e.g., children) in an estate plan is to establish a trust for the benefit of the dependents. However, until a recent change in the law, it was problematical to establish a similar trust for the benefit of pets. A recent change in Wisconsin law makes it easier, and with greater certainty of accomplishing the desired result, to establish a trust for the care of animals after the owner’s deaths (for simplicity, I refer to the owner of the animal as being the creator of the trust at the owner’s death; however, such a trust may also be established by someone who is not the owner of the animal, and the trust may be effective either during the lifetime or at the death of the party creating the trust). The Wisconsin legislature adopted Section 701.0408 of the Wisconsin Statutes, effective July 1, 2014. The Wisconsin legislation closely follows the provisions of
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the Uniform Trust Code that have been in effect in many other states for several years, and, therefore, provide guidance on implementation of the terms of the new Wisconsin legislation. A trust may be created for the care of one, or more than one, animal alive during the owner’s lifetime. While the animals will ordinarily be alive on the date the trust is created, an animal may be added as a beneficiary after that date as long as the addition is made prior to the owner’s death. Animals in gestation but not yet born at the time of the trust’s creation may also be covered by its terms. The trust terminates upon the death of the animal or, if the trust was created to provide for the care of more than one animal alive during the owner’s lifetime, upon the death of the last surviving animal. Property in a trust established under this new law may be applied only to its intended use, except to the extent a court determines that the trust property exceeds the amount required for the intended purpose. Property not required for the intended purpose is to be distributed as directed by the owner. The intended use of a trust for the benefit of animals may be enforced by a person designated in the terms of the trust (the “Trustee”) or, if none, by a person appointed by the court. The person appointed by the court to enforce the trust should also be a person who has exhibited an interest in the animal’s welfare. Should the means chosen through the trust not be particularly efficient, a trust created for the care of an animal can also be terminated by the trustee or court order. Termination of the trust, however, requires that the trustee or court develop an alternative means for carrying out the trust purpose. While many pet owners may be satisfied with a more informal solution to care for their pets after their deaths, for those who prefer a more formal structure, this additional alternative of a Trust for the care of an animal may be the perfect solution. n
WVMA Members Excel at AABP Conference
Student Chapter of AABP, University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine This year’s American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) Conference took place in Albuquerque, N.M. There were six UW Bovine Club members in attendance and they participated in many activities including pre-conference seminars, research presentations, committee meetings, visiting the trade show, networking with industry and veterinary professionals, the 2nd Annual Stampede 5k Run and the annual Quiz Bowl. Thank you to Katie Dunbar for serving as the AABP Student Delegate and organizing travel and lodging. All of the students enjoyed their time at the conference and would recommend that others attend in the future. Our two Co-Presidents, Jenn Holle and Peter Strassburg, were recognized as each were awarded both the Amstutz Scholarship and the AABP Bovine Veterinary Student Recognition Award. These awards are selected based on interest in bovine veterinary medicine, bovine experience, work experience and extra-curricular involvement. We encourage our members to apply for these awards next year. More information can be found on our school’s new AABP chapter website (bovineclubuwsvm.wordpress.com/) under the scholarship tab. The future of our veterinary profession depends on people with a passion and commitment to the art and science of bovine veterinary medicine. Thankfully there is no shortage of that while attending veterinary medical school at Wisconsin, as we are blessed to be taught by the industry’s leading experts in dairy cattle health, welfare, and nutrition. It was clear to all veterinary students representing UW-Madison at this year’s AABP Conference that we are truly lucky to be involved in such a unique profession with a bright future full of endless opportunities. n
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Top 9 Tips for Properly Make sure to use the CORRECT CVI FORM. Different forms are used for large animal, small animal, deer, and use a federal CVI, NOT a Wisconsin form.
STREET ADDRESSES OF THE ORIGIN AND DESTINATION PREMISES CVI. Animals cannot be sent from or to Post Office Boxes. If required by state or federal law, animals shipped interstate must have OFFICIAL INDIVIDUAL IDENTIFICATION. Contact requirements. If you are unsure which type of ID is correct, please consult our assistance found at datcp.wi.gov. DISTRIBUTE FORMS PROPERLY processing of your paperwork.
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PROPERLY in order to comply with state and fe Call 608-224-4874 if you need assistance.
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REPORTING ANIMAL DISEASE:
A Veterinarian’s Quick Reference
Veterinarians are legally required to report suspected cases of certain diseases to either the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection or the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Some of these are foreign animal diseases that we have never had in the United States, such as H5N1, the dangerous strain of avian influenza that's been found in Asia, Europe and Africa, or that we previously eradicated, like foot-and-mouth disease. Others are diseases that we are attempting to eradicate, such as pseudorabies and bovine tuberculosis. When veterinarians report these diseases, a state or federal veterinarian will investigate and, if necessary, submit samples to either the U.S. Veterinary Laboratory in Ames, Iowa, or to Plum Island Research Center in New York (for suspected foreign animal diseases). Until test results are available, the premises are likely to be quarantined.
How to report an animal disease Veterinarians, when you call in because you suspect a reportable disease, DO NOT LEAVE MESSAGES on voicemail, or with a spouse or child if calling a home office. If you do not reach a veterinarian at one number, go through the list of telephone numbers below until you do. During business hours (7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays), call:
Wisconsin Division of Animal Health………608-224-4872
U.S. Department of Agriculture Veterinary Services………608-662-0600
Your district veterinarian (contact list available at datcp.wi.gov)
The following numbers are to be used only to report a veterinary emergency, and only during non-business hours:
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Foot and mouth disease Bluetongue Vesicular conditions including vesicular stomatitis Equine encephalomyelitis (Eastern and Western) Swine vesicular disease African horse sickness Rinderpest African swine fever Peste des petits ruminants Classical swine fever Contagious bovine pleuropneumonia Avian influenza
Lumpy skin disease Viscerotropic velogenic Newcastle disease Rift Valley fever Sheep pox and goat pox Pseudorabies (Aujesky’s disease) Brucellosis Rabies Tuberculosis Pullorum disease Chronic wasting disease Any disease that is a foreign or exotic disease to Wisconsin
WHEN IN DOUBT, GIVE US A SHOUT! Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Division of Animal Health 800-572-8981 Toll-free 608-224-4872 Local
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Diseases Reported Within 10 Days Multiple species diseases Anthrax Echinococcosis/hydatidosis Heartwater Leptospirosis New world screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) Old world screwworm (Chrysomya bezziana) Paratuberculosis also known as Johne's Disease Q Fever Fish diseases Channel catfish virus Enteric septicemia of catfish Epizootic hematopoietic necrosis Infectious hematopoietic necrosis Largemouth bass virus Mycobacteriosis infection Oncorhynchus masou virus disease Proliferative kidney disease Spring viremia of carp Streptococcus iniae Viral hemorrhagic septicemia Whirling disease (Myxobolus cerebralis) White sturgeon iridovirus Sheep and goat diseases Caprine and ovine brucellosis (excluding B. ovis) Caprine arthritis/encephalitis Contagious agalactia Contagious caprine pleuropneumonia Enzootic abortion of ewes (ovine chlamydiosis) Maedi-visna Nairobi sheep disease Ovine epididymitis (Brucella ovis) Ovine pulmonary adenomatosis Salmonellosis (S. abortusovis) Scrapie Swine diseases Atrophic rhinitis of swine Enterovirus encephalomyelitis Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDv) Porcine cysticercosis Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome Transmissible gastroenteritis Trichinellosis Bee diseases Acariosis of bees American foulbrood European foulbrood Nosemosis of bees Varroosis Lagomorph diseases Myxomatosis Rabbit hemorrhagic disease
Cattle diseases Bovine anaplasmosis Bovine babesiosis Bovine spongiform encephalopathy Bovine cysticercosis Bovine genital campylobacteriosis Infectious bovine rhinotracheitis/infectious pustular vulvovaginitis Dermatophilosis Enzootic bovine leukosis Hemorrhagic septicemia Malignant catarrhal fever Theileriosis Trichomonosis Trypanosomosis (tsetse-borne) Equine diseases Contagious equine metritis Dourine Epizootic lymphangitis Equine infectious anemia Equine influenza Equine piroplasmosis Equine herpes virus Equine viral arteritis Glanders Horse mange Horse pox Japanese encephalitis Surra (Trypanosoma evansi) Venezuelan equine encephalomyelitis Avian diseases Avian infectious bronchitis Avian infectious encephalomyelitis Avian infectious laryngotracheitis Avian mycoplasmosis (M. gallisepticum) Avian tuberculosis Duck virus enteritis Duck virus hepatitis Fowl cholera Ornithosis (psittacosis) Paramyxovirus infections of poultry other than Newcastle disease Salmonellosis Infectious laryngotracheitis Fowl pox Fowl typhoid Marek's disease Mycoplasma meleagridis Infectious bursal disease (Gumboro disease) Diseases of other animal species Leishmaniasis
Mollusc diseases Haplosporidiosis (H. nelsoni or H. costale) Bonamiosis Marteiliosis Mikrocytosis (Mikrocytos mackini) Perkinsosis
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The WVMA has made changes to the classified ad fee structure beginning with new ads submitted for the May 2011 issue. All classified ads including veterinary relief ads will be published at the following rate: Members: First 30 words, $10. Every additional word after 30 is $1.50 per word. Non-members: First 30 words, $50. 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. SMALL ANIMAL FT SA veterinarian needed for our new clinic. Located in Merton, WI and open Monday through Saturday. We will be equipped with digital x-ray, in-house lab machines, and fully paperless medical software. Send resumes to fmahler21183@gmail.com. Do you have a passion for the exotic? FT or PT veterinarian needed to meet the demands of our growing SA and exotics practice in Menomonee Falls, WI. We are looking for a 5th doctor who has strong exotics experience to join us. Our practice is approximately 50% SA and 50% exotic with strong emphasis on avian cases. We have the only AVBP-Avian Boarded Veterinarian in the state. We are located in a growing northern Milwaukee Suburb. We moved into a new state-of-the-art 6400 sq. facility in 2012. We have computerized records, digital radiology - including digital dental x-rays, ultrasound, avian endoscopy and a full on-site laboratory. We have a terrific staff of CVT’s, assistants, and receptionists that make “practice” more efficient and fun. No after-hours emergency work. Send a resume/CV for review if you would like to join our team to: mclark@brook-fallsveterinary.com. MA practice with a strong client base is looking for a FT SA veterinarian. Candidate must have excellent communication skills and a positive friendly attitude. Experienced and new graduates are welcome. Our clinic is well equipped with Idexx labs, ultrasound, laser therapy, and laser surgery. Compensation is based on experience. Emergency time is shared equally. Please send resume to kielvet@tcei.com or mail to Kiel Veterinary Clinic, 575 Belitz Dr., Kiel WI 53042. PT with potential to buy-in located near Green Bay. Great staff, fun atmosphere, no after-hours ER duty. Sponge-Bobs
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encouraged, no Squidwards. Contact: Michelle Rider, Mishicot Veterinary Clinic, 115 Park Ln., Mishicot, WI. Ph: (920) 7552115. Email: michelleriderdvm@gmail.com. Seeking FT veterinarian for growing cat & dog only practice in Kenosha. PT will be considered. New graduates are encouraged to apply. Currently, 5 doctors split between 3 locations. Primary responsibilities will be in Kenosha, WI. No emergencies. Complete dental services offered; in-house lab; expanded surgical offerings. Best qualified candidates must be willing to perform basic surgical & dental cases at a minimum (we are willing to teach). We treat our clients, patients, and team members like family. If you want a family feel, come join our practice. Visit our website to learn more about our practice philosophy, www.prairiesidevet.com. Send resumes to info@ prairiesidevet.com or fax to (262) 694-9555, Attn: Dr. Susmilch. Emergency Veterinarian Needed, Appleton Wisconsin: Fox Valley 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, dermatology, and radiology. Check us out at www.fvarc.com. Our collaborative approach to patient care contributes greatly to our enjoyable working environment. Our 33,000 square foot hospital was designed to enhance communication and promote smooth interaction between all services. Our facility is well equipped; digital radiology, ultrasound, CT, endoscopy equipment, ventilators, operating microscope, full laboratory 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 ECC residency program helps to ensure that everyone is continually learning and growing. FT emergency schedule averages 12 shifts per month. Compensation based on percentage with a guaranteed base and excellent benefits package. Northeast WI is a gorgeous part of the country. Lakes, parks and a lot of green space make it the perfect location for those who enjoy outdoor activities. Appleton is refreshingly progressive and surprisingly diverse. A liberal arts university in town creates a community focus on music and the performing arts. Appleton is also an environmentally friendly city 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, only 30 miles from the home of the Green Bay Packers! Learn more about the area at www.foxcities.org. Interested individuals may contact Alyce D’Amato at adamato@horizondvm.com or (920) 882-4301. We look forward to hearing from you! 2014 Best of Madison award winning clinic looking to expand. We are looking for an energetic team player who takes pride in quality medical and surgical care. Full benefits, beautiful clinic, state of the art equipment and a great staff are sure to make any veterinarian feel at home. Please send resume to Dr Sondel, 1848 Waldorf Blvd., Madison, WI 53719. Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists is seeking a FT, board-certified or residency-trained Cardiologist to join our team. Our ideal candidate is motivated to pioneer a new service for our growing cardiology caseload. Interest and expertise in minimally invasive interventional cardiology procedures is a plus. Our practice includes board-certified specialists in surgery, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, emergency and critical care, dermatology, and dentistry. Other team members also include a certified physical rehabilitation veterinarian, emergency clinicians with years of dedicated emergency experience, and a team of emergency and critical care interns and residents. To apply, please send your resume to Laura Kleiman, Director of Human Resources and Employee Development at lkleiman@lakeshorevetspecialists.com, or apply on line at www.lakeshorevetspecialists.com.
Veterinary Emergency Service in Middleton, WI is recruiting a veterinarian who is interested in gaining practical experience in the exciting field of emergency medicine. This position is designed for a recent graduate to work alongside our specialists as well as our experienced emergency doctors for training and mentorship to become a skilled and knowledgeable emergency veterinarian. The candidate will gain practical experience in emergency medicine, internal medicine and surgery. This will be a FT, salaried position with a variable schedule. Please contact Dr. Sara Nichols at snichols@vesvsc.com. FT or PT veterinarian needed for Central Wisconsin Animal Emergency Center (www.cwaec.com). We are open evenings, weekends and holidays and are supported by specialists at an affiliated 24-hour referral center. We value appreciation for clients, respect for referring doctors, teamwork and a strong desire to grow professionally. Fully equipped diagnostic laboratory and surgical suite, ultrasound, multiple perimeter anesthesia monitors, Doppler, pulse oximetry and additional critical care monitors. Skilled and dedicated support staff. Spacious 4,000 sq ft facility. Central Wisconsin is a beautiful place to live and work, particularly if you like friendly people and the great outdoors. Check out the following websites for more information about the area: www. spacvb.com, www.wausauchamber.com, www.centralwisconsin. org. Compensation based on percentage with a guaranteed base and excellent benefits. Future ownership opportunity. We strongly support skill advancement, continuing education and career growth. Contact Alyce D’Amato at adamato@horizondvm.com or (920) 882-4301. Associate veterinarian wanted for well-established, progressive, AAHA accredited SA practice in central Wisconsin. Our clinic offers in-house labs, digital x-rays, surgical and therapy lasers. Experience preferred, though new graduates strongly encouraged to apply. Offering competitive salary/benefits package. No after-hours emergency. Contact Dr. Krause at (715) 819-0401, fax (715) 4212009, or email tgkrause@gmail.com. SA Veterinarian position in Southern, WI. Well-equipped lab, video endoscopy, EKG, gas anesthetic, X-ray, dental, laser, fluoroscopy, ultrasound and intensive care, retail boarding, grooming. Must be a can-do practitioner. Send letters of interest and resume to Blind Box 14SA03, c/o WVMA, 2801 Crossroads Dr., Ste. 1200, Madison, WI 53718. PT/FT Veterinarian needed at Advanced Veterinary Care Clinic. Please contact 8052 North 76 St., Milwaukee, WI 53223. Phone: (414) 365-5200. Madison SA Clinic seeking FT Associate. Successful candidate will enjoy the challenge of a busy practice, have at least 2 years of experience, excellent communication skills, and provide exceptional care. Practice medicine at a clinic where you can make a difference. Above average compensation package includes paid health and dental insurance, Simple IRA, paid CE and vacation. Friendly atmosphere Contact: countrysideanimalclinic@netwurx.net. Team oriented, modern, progressive 5.5 doctor practice in Northwest, IL seeking FT SA associate with positive outlook. New facility built 4 years ago with a great support team, including 5 certified technicians. Shared on call, balanced with regular long weekends off. Competitive salary and benefits package in area with low cost of living and lots of outdoor recreation. Easy commute to larger cities for added fun. Bilingual a plus. New grads welcome and encouraged but experience is also valued. Check us out at www.riverridgevets.com. Interested candidates contact Practice Manager Sheila Warner at swarner@riverridgevets.com. FT experienced SA associate veterinarian needed for expanding practice in Northeastern IA/Southeastern MN. This exciting new
position will primarily focus on SA medicine however LA work is available if desired. If you’re looking for an exciting career in a progressive, growing SA clinic, this could be a perfect fit for you! Please send cover letter, resume and references to harmonyvet@ harmonytel.net. Advanced Animal Hospital group operates four well established fully computerized and equipped modern facilities in metro Milwaukee area. We are looking for FT/PT veterinarians to work in an environment where we can grow together professionally and financially. We offer excellent salary and benefits. Please send resume to dhillondvm@gmail.com. Emergency Veterinarian needed for our fully equipped, 10,000 sq. ft. emergency/critical care and specialty hospital in Milwaukee. We have Critical Care specialists, a boarded surgeon, board certified internal medicine specialist, board certified dentist, behaviorist, rehabilitation therapy and an excellent technical and support staff that provides the highest quality care to our patients, pet owners, and referring vets. The ideal candidate will be emergency trained, possess strong communication skills, and enjoy working in a stimulating and challenging environment. We offer an excellent salary and benefits package. Email your resume to Marla Lichtenberger, marlavet@aol.com or call (414) 543-7387 for more information. Appleton 5 doctor SA practice is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated FT associate. Excellent support staff with wonderful clients. We are a busy practice offering varied caseload. No afterhours emergencies. Reasonable work schedule with Saturday morning. Competitive salary and benefits package. Please send resume to: North Heights Veterinary Clinic, LLC, 1001 West Northland Ave., Appleton, WI. (920) 739-7816. 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 professional to join our highly qualified team as an Associate Veterinarian. Our AAHA certified practice is a well-established, full-service, SA veterinary hospital that focuses on “Standards of Care” and comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care. To join our dynamic and compassionate team our ideal candidate will have strong proven communication skills, is very team orientated with at least 2 years of experience in general medicine and surgery. The Associate Veterinarian will have high quality equipment at their fingertips which includes: endoscope, ultrasound, doppler blood pressure measurement, ocular tonometry, telemedicine, and fully equipped laboratory. We are located on the shores of Lake Michigan in beautiful Kenosha. Kenosha has a wonderful farmers market, lake shore activities and many family events. Kenosha is also home to America’s largest municipal recreation facility. There is something for everyone! The generous benefit package includes: base salary – plus production, all licenses paid, continuing education, paid time off, plus additional benefits, relocation expense allowance potential. Candidate must have license and be eligible to practice in Wisconsin. Sarah, a ten year veteran at Wolf Merrick states that Kenosha has a small town feel with large city benefits as it is located between Milwaukee WI and Chicago IL. She feels like she works with the most caring people in the business and with staff that goes above and beyond to ensure that the pets are treated like one of their own. Wolf Merrick definitely has that family feeling! A pre-employment drug screen and background check will be required of the successful candidate. Please visit us on the web at http://wolf-merrick. com. Send resume to jdunston@vmc-inc.com.* PT Veterinarian needed in a 2.5 doctor practice, in south-eastern suburb of Milwaukee. Experienced preferred and would consider FT for right candidate. Friendly staff, great hours, and competitive
salary. No on call services required, and every-other Saturday off. Send resume to chicagoroadvet@gmail.com.* Busy SA-multi doctor practice in Milwaukee is looking for FT/ PT veterinarians to join the practice. Work 4 days a week for FT position with full benefits and compensation. We are fully computerized practice with all the diagnostic tools and toys. Great opportunity for new graduates to learn and practice quality medicine in high volume setting. Interested candidates please submit your résumé to the attention of Dr. Singh drgss95@yahoo.com or call (608) 347-8668.* The Franklin Veterinary Clinic is seeking a PT veterinarian to join our practice. The clinic is equipped with digital radiography, Schatz endoscope Abaxis in house lab equipment and nova pulse CO2 laser. The clinic is located in a fast growing suburb of Milwaukee County. No after-hours emergencies and a retirement plan is available. If interested please contact J Thebert, (414) 425-1955 or submit resume’ to jthebert@live.com.* Oak Creek Veterinary Care is a new and well-equipped SA clinic located across the street from Oak Creek’s newest retail, commercial, residential, and civic development, Drexel Town Square. We are looking for individuals who have a sincere concern for the welfare of all of our clients and their pets. Through our vision, the primary needs of the patient always come first. Qualified applicants for veterinarians and licensed veterinarian technicians must demonstrate a willingness to change in response to the changing needs of society, a continuous effort toward excellence and integrity in everyday practice, and an interest in their professional progress as well as the progress of every other team member. Our practice is fully computerized and will include services such as an in-house laboratory, endoscopy, ultrasonography, digital radiography, surgery, emergency and critical care, therapeutic laser, and a dental suite with digital dental radiography. The ideal candidate must be ready to practice with a team that is well managed and highly experienced. Doctors will be expected to attend rounds, present research or cases, and perform inhouse continuous education. We always encourage our doctors and staff to have a voice and to offer ideas to improve and make us better. Salary is based on experience, and benefits include paid vacation, a retirement plan, CE, insurance - both health and liability license costs, and uniform allowance. Send resumes to: Oak Creek Veterinary Care, P.O. Box 370276, Milwaukee, WI 53237.* PT Associate Vet wanted for a fast paced well established Veterinary Hospital in Waukesha, WI. Hours would be Wednesdays, Fridays, and every other Saturday. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Please email resume to Sue Ross at: gentlecarevet1@att.net.* FT associate for rapidly growing hospital in Madison. Full service hospital, in house laboratory, digital radiology, high speed dental. No emergency duties. Contact Dr. Terry Trepel, (608) 243-1649.* PT/FT SA Veterinarian needed at Black Earth Veterinary Clinic. We are a high quality practice just west of Madison with a wellestablished but growing clientele. Looking for a compassionate DVM with experience, but will consider exceptional new graduates. Strong surgical and dentistry skills are desired. Start date flexible but hoping for September or early October. Benefits include vacation, sick, CE, dues, liability coverage and more. Please send a resume and cover letter to Leslie Parr at 1940 Blue Mounds St., Black Earth, WI 53515 or email blackearthvetclinic@yahoo.com.* Well established, multi-doctor practice looking to expand with
FT veterinarian. Excellent and energetic staff! Nice doctors apply only! Please contact Rich Weaver at: Bluemound Animal Hospital, 16520 W. Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005, (262) 782-5805, bluemoundanimal@aol.com.* FT SA Veterinarian needed for newly acquired multi doctor practice. Hospital is well established with a large clientele base. Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience required. Ideal candidate will have strong surgical competence, practice progressive medicine with evidence-based workups, possess excellent bed side manner and understand client relations. The position is a leader-type role as the practice transitions with newly purchased equipment and services. Flexible start date and competitive compensation package. Practice is located in picturesque Fond Du Lac, only an hour from the city life of Milwaukee and the country living of the Fox Valley. Please send resumes to Isaiah Gray at ingraynor@ gmail.com.* Seeking veterinarian to help launch a SA medical center as a division of an established 6 doctor equine service. Client base is built in and ready to go. Job description is for a motivated and ambitious individual comfortable working solo while building a SA practice. Compensation based on experience, merit and production. FT employment with no emergencies and a quality benefit package. Existing facility has 4 exam rooms, pharmacy, lab, treatment area, and surgery suite. Located in prime area for both professional and personal growth. We are a country based service offering quality veterinary care with family based customer service. Contact: Bristol Veterinary Service, S.C., 17622 Burlington Rd., Union Grove, WI 53182. Email: bristolvet@yahoo.com.* Animal Doctor, Inc., Muskego, WI, is a SA veterinary clinic where the best pet health comes from the practical blend of western and eastern medicine, along with natural nutrition. Clients are progressive and grateful for our integrative approach. Salary commensurate with experience, pet care benefits, CE including travel, dues paid and generous vacation time. Visit www.animaldoctormuskego.com/contact/careers for more information. Send cover letter and resume to careers@ animaldoctormuskego.com.* Appanasha Pet Clinic in Menasha, WI is looking for a motivated, personable SA veterinarian to join us FT in our 6 doctor practice. Enjoy practicing high quality medicine and surgery in a dedicated yet relaxed environment. Work in a new facility that received a Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Merit Award. Become part of the team that has been awarded Best of the Valley Veterinary Clinic for the past 9 years. This is an excellent opportunity to build for long term success. Multiple benefits offered. Visit www.appanashapetclinic. com to learn more about us. Contact Julie Hilker or Dr. Mary Ann Hittle at appanasha@tds.net, (920) 725-8307, or send resume to APC, 1205 Wittmann Drive, Menasha, WI 54952.* FT veterinarian needed for a busy SA practice located in south central Wisconsin. No emergencies, located 1 hour from Madison or Milwaukee. Please contact Dr. O’Tool or Lois at (608) 362-1515 orcvahstaff@tds.net.* Fourth DVM wanted for a well-established, growing SA practice in Milwaukee. Experience preferred, but new graduates welcome to apply. Send resume to: West Allis Veterinary Clinic, 11504 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, WI 53214.* Lakeshore Veterinary Specialists is an independently owned, specialty practice with three locations north, south, and central to downtown Milwaukee along the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan. We are seeking a FT, experienced Emergency Veterinarian to join our team. In addition to delivering superior quality medicine, we always take the time to care. It’s a mantra we live by! The hospital is fully equipped with Eklin digital radiography, ultrasound, CT, MR, endoscopy (flexible and rigid), integrated PACS system, complete
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in-house integrated laboratory as well as comprehensive patient monitoring systems. We are supported by a wonderful group of referring veterinarians who are committed to a team approach to veterinary medicine. We offer weekly in-house CE including journal club and morbidity & mortality rounds. Ideal candidates are highly motivated individuals with exceptional skills in communication, collaboration, and leadership. 2-3 years of veterinary emergency experience is preferred. We offer competitive compensation with benefits that include: health and dental insurance, PTO, CE, uniform allowance, licensure, dues, and employer matching retirement plan. LVS is an equal opportunity employer. To apply for this great opportunity, please send your resume to: Kristin Greenwood, Human Resources, kgreenwood@lakeshorevetspecialists.com.*
MIXED ANIMAL FT/PT 50:50 MA Veterinarian needed for St. Croix County Wisconsin practice, less than an hour from the Twin Cities. Fully equipped truck and ultrasound equipment provided. Have in-house IDEXX Catalyst and Procyte, DR radiography, ultrasound. Seeking fun, friendly, hard-working personality. Please send resume and cover letter to Dr. Vicki Wilke at lotpvet@gmail.com or (715) 308-3133.* Ashland Area Veterinary Clinic is searching for a PT/FT MA or SA practice in Ashland, WI. We are a busy and dedicated three doctor practice perched on the southern edge of Lake Superior. We see about half SA clients and half bovine (predominantly dairy) and equine. We do some boarding of SA and have an in-house groomer. We offer compassionate and up-to-date care for a wonderful clientele. Our facilities are spacious, modern, and fully organized. We use pulse oximeters w/ ECG, temp and blood pressure unit, excellent stationary and portable digital x-ray equipment, digital dental x-ray, and IDEXX chemistry and CBC machines. We also utilize a therapy laser, the Med Rx VetScope, and Olympus endoscope, and a LA ultrasound. We are willing to mold this position to the veterinary interests of the right applicant, possibly expanding the services we already offer. Salary is commensurate with experience with bonus for production. We offer medical, retirement, vacation, and CE. Please send resume to Ashland Area Veterinary, 2700 Farm Road, Ashland, WI 54806 or email aavc@ashlandareavet.com.* Seeking FT or PT MA veterinarian. Growing 2 doctor practice looking to expand. 35% LA (primarily beef), 65% SA. Emergency duties split equally. Questions, resumes and references to ashtonvet@ashtonvet.com.*
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Wisconsin license, accredited. Will travel. Capable at soft-tissue surgery and medicine. Great communication skills with clients and staff. Short Term Relief, LLC. Email: windsor9917@gmail. com or call (608) 963-5208. Experienced SA veterinarian available for relief work. Expect reliable, compassionate, thorough service. Please contact Susan Heath, DVM at (920) 470-5351 or sheathdvm@yahoo.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, 15 years relief experience, WI licensed and accredited. Please call/email Mark Clemons, DVM (262) 862-1121, macdjc4209@aol.com. AAHA veterinarian with 20+ years’ experience available for relief work in NW WI. Excellent diagnostic, surgical, and communication skills, Contact: David Wiltrout, DVM, (715) 4629475, or email: dvmweepaws@aol.com. SA relief vet available. Personable with 20+ years experience. Call Dr. Katrina Geitner (262) 349-3466 or kgrelief@wi.rr.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. 20+ years experience, skilled in surgery, diagnostics and client communication. South-central and Southeast WI. Let me care for your clients and your hospital. Erika Gibbs, DVM, doctor. gibbs@gmail.com. SA and equine relief work. 21 year’s 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. Providing you with reliable veterinary relief service has been my business for the past 13 years. I’m proficient with medicine cases, soft tissue surgeries and have great client communication skills. Email: beachcomber1957@gmail.com. Compassionate and reliable SA veterinarian with 20 yrs+ experience available for relief services in Kenosha and surrounding counties. Please review my services and resume on www.NiznikVRS.com. To schedule relief dates, please contact Rosemarie Niznik, DVM, at (630) 915-0156 or drroseniznik@ gmail.com.
Pet Loss at Home is hiring compassionate veterinarians for rewarding work: provide private pet euthanasia in comfort of pet’s own home within one hour radius of Milwaukee. Email: DrKaren@ PetLossAtHome.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.
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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.
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.
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.
SA relief Veterinarian for central Wisconsin. Experienced. Versatile. Call Dr. Gary, (715) 652-2065 home, (715) 305-7014 cell. Email: garysthevet@aol.com.
Quality Customer friendly SA relief services available covering SE WI. Over 20 years’ experience in both SA and emergency medical care. Dr. Pete Gaveras, (414) 795-7100, lavajava@aol.com.
Reliable, competent, SA relief with over 25 years experience.
Dependable, 20+ years experience. Med/Surg serving Northern/
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Central Wisconsin. Contact Rich Piwoni, at (715) 627-0957, rapiwoni@hotmail.com. 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.
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. When buying or selling a veterinary practice, count on the experience of Total Practice Solutions Group. See our display ad this issue. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group for a free consultation, (800) 380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.*
TECH/STAFF Northern Lakes Veterinary Clinic is seeking a FT or PT veterinary technician or assistant to join our team. The individual should have experience working in a SA veterinary clinic and have excellent client communication skills. If you are professional, energetic, compassionate, and have a positive attitude, we want to meet you! Our clinic is known for providing high quality medicine by caring individuals. Our staff is our family with a very low rate of turnover. Benefits include vacation, holiday, CE, health reimbursement, and retirement plan. We have two locations in beautiful NW Wisconsin within easy driving distance to Rice Lake and Spooner. Northern Lakes Veterinary Clinic is a four doctor practice and sees primarily companion animals. To learn more about our clinic, go to www.lakevet.net. Send resume and cover letter to Northern Lakes Veterinary Clinic, 955 1st Ave. Cumberland, WI 54829. Attn: Brittney Grilley, CVT. You can also email Brittney at bgrilley@lakevet.net. FT CVT needed! AAHA accredited, SA hospital located north of Milwaukee. We focus on quality, progressive, preventative medicine with emphasis on exceptional patient care and client education. We are looking for a FT, CVT to work with our team-based system. Extensive benefit package. Email: kathy@bestfriendsvet.com. Or fax, (262) 375-4196. www.bestfriendsvet.com. Join our growing SA practice in northern Wisconsin, where your tech skills will be challenged! We are a full service SA practice that believes in tech empowerment through bonding with clients, and full involvement in hands-on delivery of quality diagnostics, medicine, surgery, dentistry, alternative medicine, and emergency medicine to our patients. We have a full in-house lab suite, two SurgiVet Monitors, DentalAire unit, four Heska IV pumps, ultrasound, Digital radiology and digital dental x-ray, therapy laser, and acupuncture capabilities. Salary commensurate with experience. Please submit resume to northernwidvm@gmail.com. Silver Spring Animal Wellness Center is looking for a FT CVT to join our high quality, multi-doctor SA hospital. We are dedicated to active learning and advancements in integrative and traditional medical options. Our veterinary technicians play an integral role in providing excellent medical care to our patients and top-notch customer service to our clients. Candidates must have experience in the following areas: surgical assistance and patient monitoring, pharmacy duties, lab work, radiology, maintaining anesthetized patients and handling medical records. Candidates must also possess outstanding customer service and communication skills. A caring and compassionate attitude is required of all members of
our team. We offer a flexible schedule however rotating Saturday and evening shifts are required. Benefits include a great hourly rate, career growth potential, health insurance, 401(k), vacation, training and more. If you are interested in joining our team please contact Dawn Trimble, Hospital Manager, at dtrimble@vetcor.com. Growing four doctor SA and exotic practice in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin seeking PT/FT CVT to join our team. Fast paced work environment. Strong laboratory skills required. We will utilize all of your skills and talents and give you the opportunity to grow. Must have 2 years of experience, able to handle responsibility, multi-task, be technically proficient, and a team player. Offer competitive hourly pay, CE, and paid vacations and holidays. Please email resume to valerinej@ymail.com at Brook-Falls Veterinary Hospital & Exotic Care. Lodi Veterinary Care is seeking a Companion Animal CVT. Responsibilities include client education, laboratory, x-ray & ultrasound assistance, anesthesia, dentistry & surgical monitoring & emergency triage. Includes a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, be team oriented and enjoy a fast paced environment. Hours include evenings and a weekend on-call rotation. Send resume to Camille at csimonson@lodivet.com. The UW-Madison, Animal Sciences Department is recruiting for an Extension Animal Health Specialist. A PVL (#80452) can be found at http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/WebListing/Unclassified/PVLSummary. aspx?pvl_num=80452. Contact Jeff Sindelar at (608) 262-0555 or jsindelar@wisc.edu with questions. Kuenzi Family Pet Hospital has an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinary Hospital Manager to join our team. Our well-run hospital has long-tenured staff giving our hospital a true family environment. The Hospital Manager at Kuenzi Family Pet Hospital partners with the Chief of Staff to manage the business activities of the practice while developing a team committed to providing an exceptional experience to every Client. We prefer a candidate with prior experience managing a veterinary practice or pet-related business. We would love to hear from you! VetCor and Kuenzi Family Pet Hospital reward our employees with excellent salaries, career growth potential, health insurance, 401(k), vacation, training and more. Interested candidates may send resumes (including cover letter and salary requirements) to: Stephanie Ragsdale at sragsdale@vetcor.com.* The Fix Is In, a non-profit spay/neuter clinic, seeks an experienced, dedicated, hard-working CVT committed to quality and helping reduce the number of homeless pets. For details, write info@ thefixisin.org.* 4 doctor practice in western Kenosha county seeks CVT or experienced technician. You will be utilized to your fullest potential. Pleasant working environment, progressive practice, great clientele. Benefits for FT include HI, 401K, vacation and holiday pay. Email resume or questions to westoshavet@yahoo.com.* The International Crane Foundation (ICF) invites applications for the Veterinary Technician position (20 hours a week) with benefits and flexible scheduling. Responsibilities include providing medical care for the captive flock of cranes under supervision of the veterinarian. Preference will be given to certified candidates, and/or those with experience in zoo, wildlife or avian health care. Applicants should submit a letter of intent, resume, and the names of three references to, International Crane Foundation, Attn: Dr. Barry Hartup, E-11376 Shady Lane Road, Box 447, Baraboo, WI 53913-0447; or fax (608) 356-9465, or email: hartup@savingcranes.org. ICF is an equal opportunity employer.*
Established, solo, MA practice (80%SA). Fully equipped clinic, 4.38 acres, lovely 3BR/2.5BA custom home & 2-car garage. Gross $418,000. Owner retiring. Seasoned staff; loyal clients. Beautiful area known for outdoor recreation. Bike-Ski-Kayak. Work where you play! $550,000. Respond to Blind Box 14PFS08, c/o WVMA, 2801 Crossroads Dr., Ste. 1200, Madison, WI 53718.
FOR SALE Ultrasound: Sonoscape S8 portable color Doppler with wheeled case and deluxe cart. Microconvex and linear T probe. Purchased Dec. 2010, almost never used, $20,000. Contact: drtedahug@ wi.twcbc.com, (262) 878-3333. Diagnostic Imaging 2500CR, scanner, 80Kv Generator, Laptop w/ VetRay software, cassettes, carrying case, tunnel, etc. $22,000.00 Excellent condition. (507) 458-5665.*
New! Marshfield Wisconsin high quality SA AAHA practice grossing $970,000. The hospital is well equipped with digital radiology, ultrasound, surgical laser and much more. Hospital has 3 doctors with 5 exam rooms. The hospital has been serving the community nearly 40 years. Facilities are excellent and less than 10 years old at the current location. Practice and real estate offered for $1,125,000. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group, (800) 380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE NEW! Wisconsin Rapids/Stevens Point area- SA practice on target for $900K gross revenue. Excellent facilities. Asking $984K for practice and RE. Includes $30K of inventory and supplies. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group, (800) 3806872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.
Wausau area gross over $850K. Hospital is very well equipped with an excellent staff. Practice and real estate only $835,000. Includes $30,000 of inventory and supplies. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group, (800) 380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.
For sale, SA Practice in Southern, WI. Well-equipped lab, video endoscopy, EKG, gas anesthetic, X-ray, dental, laser, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, intensive care, retail, boarding and grooming. Send letter of interest to Blind Box 14PFS07, c/o WVMA, 2801 Crossroads Dr., Ste. 1200, Madison, WI 53718.
Western WI. Solo, (presently all SA) practice in rural area. Looking for veterinarian(s) to take over practice. Quickly or gradual transition. Small investment. Great potential. Blind Box 14PFS01, c/o WVMA, 2801 Crossroads Dr. Ste. 1200, Madison, WI 53718.*
NEW! Appleton/Oshkosh area- SA practice grossing $982K. Beautiful facilities. Practice price $400K, RE price $400K. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group, (800) 3806872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.
Wisconsin near Twin Cities. SA revenue $645K. Practice and RE offered for $675,000. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group, (800) 380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.*
ILLINOIS: Chicago Suburb – Cook County! Multi-doctor, 2,200sf SA hospital w/RE, 3-exam rooms. Wise investment for new owner and room to build practice! Code: IL2. PS Broker, Inc., www.psbroker. com. Email: info@psbroker.com. Phone: (800) 636-4740.
South of Madison cute small town. SA Px grossing $206K. Px and RE offered at $301K. Easy terms and low entry cost for ownership. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group, (800) 380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.*
Huge price reduction due to health issues! MA practice grossing $900K in far northern WI on Lake Superior shoreline. Practice is 70% SA and 30% LA. Digital radiology, digital dental, surgical and therapy lasers. Large state of the art building. Practice and RE only $650K. Would sell only the SA practice if desired. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group, (800) 3806872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.
Under Contract! SE Wisconsin between Milwaukee and Racine. SA practice grossing $700K. Beautiful facilities, 3 exam rooms, very well maintained and equipped. Practice and RE $715K. Contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg of Total Practice Solutions Group, (800) 3806872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.*
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Surgical Options for Cruciate Ligament Injury :
Expectations, Complications, and What the evidence says you should be telling your clients.
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