Veterinarian

How would you like a rewarding career in the animal care field where you can make a real difference? If you answered yes, Animal Services may the place for you. Come be a part of a rewarding and fun work environment. We are a state of the art facility that takes great pride in the work we do. We care for over 12,000 animals a year and have one of the best adoption programs around. We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to join our team.

This is highly responsible veterinary work performing veterinary medical and surgical services for Animal Services in the shelter clinic. This work involves responsibility for performing veterinary services including a broad variety of clinical, laboratory and surgery activities. Employees in this class exercise medical judgment and skill in the independent performance of their duties for the care and treatment of animals in the shelter. All services are performed in accordance with State Laws and established county policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by the Senior Veterinarian through conference, reports and observation of the results obtained.

Our benefits rank among the top in the area!Benefits package includes health, vision, prescription, dental, life insurance, disability, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) optionsComprehensive medical coverage at a low bi-weekly cost:Employee Only: $13.09, Employee and Spouse or Domestic Partner: $151.16, Employee and Child(ren): $120.60, Family: $247.67.Florida Retirement System (FRS): Choose the Investment Plan or Pension PlanGenerous leave time including 9 to 11 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 personal days (pro-rated), and 15 days of annual leave the first yearTuition reimbursement up to $2,800 per yearWellness Program including a Wellness Center, gym discounts, and classes.Deferred compensation plans from four providers

Essential Job FunctionsAssists in the supervision of clinic staff. May review payroll records and schedules, providing input for performance evaluations, and recommending the hiring, termination and promotion of staff.Reviews complaints of violations and inspections on complaints of the animal control ordinance.Responsible for assuring the enforcement and interpretation of the ordinance.Appears as an expert witness in court cases, coordinating closely with the County Attorney’s office.Assists the Senior Veterinarian in the shelter operations involving impoundment, redemption and disposal of animals, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and departmental procedures.Provides back up for the ordering, safekeeping and use of all controlled drugs used in the treatment of animals; maintains complete and accurate records.Spays, neuters, and inoculates adult and juvenile animals in accordance with established laws and policies.Examines and treats impounded and adopted animals; assists with the separation of diseased animals for treatment or other disposition; issues certificates containing status of health for animals adopted.Assures that all impounded animals are kept comfortably in an environment that is as disease free as possible.Performs emergency treatment and surgery upon injured and diseased animals.Performs and interprets laboratory tests for parasitic conditions, diseases and injuries; operates x-ray equipment.Performs and directs the necessary euthanasia of impounded animals according to established laws and policies.Assists Senior Veterinarian in the development of training and accompanying manuals in appropriate animal medical care for Veterinary Technicians and other personnel.Monitors and responds to impounded animals with potentially dangerous diseases that may affect animal or human populations.Provides assistance in the examination and review of animal cases that are subject to animal cruelty investigations; serves as an expert court witness as necessary.Acts as liaison with veterinarians in private practice; seeks their support and cooperation for various department projects and activities.Confers and cooperates with animal humane and civic organizations in the community; makes presentations to organizations concerning veterinary care.Performs related duties as required and fulfills the essential functions of the Senior Veterinarian in their absence due to vacations or other leave.

Position Specific RequirementsGraduation from an accredited school of veterinary medicine, possession of a Florida State Veterinary license and 2 years of experience in the treatment and care of animals that includes supervision or supervisory training;An equivalent combination of training, education, and/or experience.Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.Assignment to be on call for Medical Technicians, Animal Control Officers and Emergency ClinicsHighly DesirableFamiliarity with Work & Excel.Ability to utilize Windows based software.Previous animal handling experience.May Also RequireMust be eligible to obtain a Federal Drug Enforcement Administration License.

Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of veterinary medicine and the treatment and care of animals;Knowledge of health, related laws, and regulations as they relate to veterinarian science services;Knowledge of the County Animal Control Ordinance, State Statutes, and Federal Regulations;Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures;Knowledge of employee and public safety measures and procedures;Knowledge of veterinary medicine and the treatment and care of animals;Knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of animal diseases and injuries;Ability to act independently in achieving and executing the goals of Animal Services;Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, county, municipal, and state agencies, and the general public;Ability to plan, assign, supervise, and review the work of a staff engaged in animal services activities in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale;Ability to properly enforce the Animal Control Ordinance firmly, tactfully, and impartially;Ability to supervise records maintenance and to prepare and submit reports;Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.