Veterinarian I - Live Swine Production presso Tysonfoods

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all current P or M level candidates.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Referral Payout Eligible:

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Management Level:

SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for direct interaction with company producers and the verification of swine herd health ensuring adherence to standard operating guidelines and production practices. The position will handle health related farm issues and will communicate these issues to the appropriate department head. Responsibilities include working with farm personnel to assess health issues and coordinating with the Technical Services department to develop strategies that address those issues; collaboratively developing improved processes around production management, health management, genetic improvement, and biosecurity; conducting farm assessments and evaluations; and assisting in training company personnel on proper animal husbandry practices.

REQUIREMENTS: 

Education: Must hold a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) and be eligible to practice veterinary medicine in the United States.

Experience: No previous experience is necessary. Candidates must possess a DVM or VMD degree or meet the qualifications to practice veterinary medicine in the United States.

Computer Skills: Standard computer skills; may require use of the Tyson Business Computer System. 

Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills. 

Special Skills: Requires licensure or willingness to obtain licensure in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Also requires USDA accreditation for the same states as licensure.

Supervisory: None. 

Travel: Must be available for 10 or more domestic trips annually, with daily local travel as needed.

Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques. While performing the duties of this job the team member is regularly required to stand walk sit use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms balance stoop talk or hear. The team member must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment Required: When visiting facilities is expected to follow the required safety procedures and wear the required personal protective equipment.

Biosecurity: When visiting jobsites bio secure environments showering before entering the facilities is required. Appropriate clothing and footwear is provided by the Company. The Company Animal Welfare Policy must be followed at all times.

About requisition

Sign on bonus $5,000

A resume must be submitted with application to be eligible for consideration.

Work Shift:

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.