Professional Services Veterinarian-South Dakota

Key Responsibilities:

• Flush and transfer bovine embryos in the clinic and on farms.
• Perform ultrasound guided transvaginal ovum pickup procedures for bovine IVF embryo production.
• Review and design superovulation and synchronization protocols for donors and recipients.
• Evaluate pregnancy status in recipients post-implant using ultrasonography to:
  • Evaluate the gender in embryo transfer and in-vitro fetuses.
  • Evaluate the number and viability fetuses in cows implanted with clone or research embryos.
• Perform rectal palpations to evaluate reproductive status of incoming and backgrounded recipient cows.
• Monitor and implement the preventative medicine, nutrition, and reproductive programs and overall herd health of animals on the farms.
• Implement, monitor, and continue to improve the biosecurity programs on the farms.
• Monitor compliance of herd health and SOP documents relative to the export of bovine embryos.
• Perform tests and exams and complete paperwork for the interstate movement of animals.
• Examine and administer treatments to sick donor and recipient cows and calves.
• Perform special surgeries as necessary in joint and research projects (fetal removals, c-sections, etc.).
• Participate in an emergency/on-call weekend schedule on a rotational basis.
• Maintains a professional image reflective of Trans Ova’s industry position.
• Follow Trans Ova’s policies and procedures.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent.
• Full current accreditation with the USDA – APHIS.
• Licensure in necessary states or the ability to acquire a license.
• American Embryo Transfer Association certification.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Ability to travel including occasional overnight stays with seasonal spikes (Apr-June, Nov-Dec).
• Ability to put in long days (up to 14 hours) during seasonal periods. 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 

• Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time.
• Strong and reliable back, shoulder, arm, hand and ability to manipulate the bovine reproductive tract multiple times.
• Excellent hand coordination and finger sensation.

Other skills/experience:

• Passion for bovine reproduction with a desire for continual learning and improvement.
• Strong sense for connecting with customers and identifying and fulfilling their needs.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• High degree of professionalism.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a company vehicle.