Position Announcement: Veterinarian I

May 7, 2019 — Smithfield Foods

Smithfield Foods seeks a swine veterinarian who is able to diagnose and treat diseases of swine, and who will promote process improvement with a focus on disease prevention in order to improve the health of the system. The education requirements and position duties are outlined below.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Fourth year veterinary student/2019 DVM candidate or DVM from an accredited school. Must be or become licensed in North Carolina.
• 2-4 years post-graduate experience, swine production/leadership or Masters of Science preferred
• Current and valid drivers license with acceptable motor vehicle record
• Proven working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Access, Internet is preferred.

Duties

• Must be available for occasional travel
• Must be available to work nights and weekends when necessary
• Using CQI/SPC methods, monitors key indicators and formulate intervention strategies to improve system health
• Examines animals to determine nature of disease or injury
• Treats animal surgically or medically
• Test animals for herd health monitoring
• Inoculates animals against diseases and other disorders. Ensures that animals meet all federal, state, and local health and welfare regulations
• Advises/teaches managers/employees about sanitary measures, feeding, and general care to promote health of animals
• Promotes teamwork with all production segments to focus on system mission
• Oversees and provides guidance for animal health regulatory issues associated with production and movement of swine
• Evaluates new technologies/products as they impact production and animal health
• Establishes and maintains relationships for Smithfield Hog Production with academics, animal health organizations and political/health organizations
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Hog Production subscribes
• Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor
• Read and understand the company's emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site
• Responsible for being in compliance with all animal welfare laws and procedures to which Smithfield Hog Production subscribes
• Incumbent will be responsible for understanding and complying with company EMS policies and procedures in the performance of their job duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager

To Apply

Click the following link to apply and attach resume:

https://smithfield.taleo.net/careersection/hpd_ext/jobdetail.ftl?job=19000609&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=