Internal Medicine Consultant

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

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PURPOSE OF JOB: 

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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

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

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

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

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

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

• Attend consultant meetings and continuing education seminars.

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

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

  
   

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent with active license in the state of province in which you reside

• Board-certification in Small Animal Internal Medicine (ACVIM)

• Minimum 5 years clinical experience after completing board certification.

• Track record of high-quality continuing education.

• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

• Bilingualism (specifically fluency in French, both spoken and written) is preferred
  
   

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:   

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

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

• Excellent written communication skills.

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

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

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

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

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

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

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

• The ability to work effectively remotely with minimal supervision.

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

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

• All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

• Life Assistance Program

• Pet Care Discounts

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

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