Joseph Parr, DVM
Punta Gorda,FL
Summary
Experienced large animal Veterinarian and Practice Manager with a history of practice building and management strategies that improve profitability and practice success. Extensive experience with difficult situations and problem solving. Eager to transfer my skills to a position which will benefit the native marine species of Southwest Florida. Florida Veterinary License current in 2023.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Practice Manager
Michigan Large Animal Associates, PC
06.2005 - Current
- Managed daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
- Provided outstanding support to entire staff which helped improve process flow and boosted efficiency.
- Adapted and maintained multiple location inventory system to effectively track and manage practice medical inventory.
- Provided supervision and management to team of support personnel.
- Provided necessary relief duties and emergency coverage for practice area to support staff Veterinarians.
- Maintained and controlled all practice financial operations.
- Conducted human resource duties including payroll and benefits.
- Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective practice management.
Associate Veterinarian / Practice Owner
Michigan Large Animal Associates, PC
06.2005 - 12.2022
- Provided care on an ambulatory basis for Bovine and Equine patients.
- Communicated with animal owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Performed both scheduled and emergent procedures and surgeries on Equine and Bovine patients.
- Practice area focused on reproduction, herd management, preventive care, and Equine dentistry.
- Simultaneously managed practice while carrying out farm visits on a full weekly schedule.
Associate Veterinarian / Practice Owner
Old Orchard Veterinary Service
01.1998 - 06.2005
- Provided patient care on an ambulatory basis and in a hospital setting for both large and small animals.
- Performed both scheduled and emergent procedures and surgeries on a wide variety of species.
- Assisted business partner with practice management responsibilities including human resources, payroll, and accounting.
Associate Veterinarian
Old Orchard Veterinary Service
05.1994 - 12.1997
- Provided patient care and client communication on both routine and emergent bases.
- Worked in both ambulatory and hospital settings on multiple species.
- Provided input and suggestions to practice owners for improvement of clinic procedures and protocols.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MIBachelor of Science - Microbiology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MISkills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- New Hire Training
- Recruit Well-Qualified Staff
- Profitability Strategies
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Biweekly Payroll Processing
- Strategic Business Planning
- Schedule Management
- Clinical Staff Management
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll Administration
Timeline
Practice Manager
Michigan Large Animal Associates, PC
06.2005 - Current
Associate Veterinarian / Practice Owner
Michigan Large Animal Associates, PC
06.2005 - 12.2022
Associate Veterinarian / Practice Owner
Old Orchard Veterinary Service
01.1998 - 06.2005
Associate Veterinarian
Old Orchard Veterinary Service
05.1994 - 12.1997
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Michigan State University
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