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Clinic Lead Position Available
Purrfect Pals has an opening for Shelter Veterinarian
Job Description
| Job Title: | Shelter Veterinarian |
| Department: | Shelter |
| Classification: | Full-time Rotating schedule including alternate Saturdays and early evening hours. |
| Job Relationships: | Reports to the President, Board of Directors. Works in conjunction with the Director of Operations |
| Benefits: | Health insurance coverage (Open Access, HMO) after three months employment; 10 vacation days per year; 5 days of sick leave per year; 5 paid holidays |
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Shelter Veterinarian is responsible for overseeing the operations of veterinary care for animals at Purrfect Pals. The Shelter Veterinarian reports to the Board President and works in partnership with the Director of Operations.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
- Ensure overall health, treatment and diagnosis of cats available for adoption and in foster care. This includes proper intake screening in accordance with standard operating procedures, regular examinations; follow up on known medical issues or needed rechecks/treatments and proper documentation of animal medical records. Medical exams and records should be completed within the timeframe designated by the Director of Operations (DO).
- Ensure overall health, treatment and diagnosis of resident animals. This includes regular physical examinations and evaluation including weekly rounds of each room, assuring that each cat is checked for any health or behavioral issues and assessing the general condition of the room; follow up on known medical issues and necessary rechecks/treatments and proper documentation of animal medical records. Medical exams and records should be completed within the timeframe designated by the Director of Operations (DO).
- Perform necessary surgeries and medical treatments in accordance with accepted professional standards; keep license and insurance policy current and free of complaints.
- Ability to perform all necessary surgical functions, including prepping animals and managing after care needs.
- Ensure all equipment in the clinic is maintained in safe working order. Duties to include ensuring preventative maintenance of all surgical and medical equipment are performed per manufacturer guidelines and per any regulatory requirements.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate medical technician staff as needed in order to run medical area efficiently and comply with policy. Work collaboratively with Director of Operations to insure effective supervision and evaluation of clinic staff. (Clinic staff reports to Director of Operations)
- Assist in the development of and effectively communicate medical policies to the appropriate staff, including proper quarantine and isolation protocol as well as intake/discharge criteria. Evaluate all processes and procedures within the clinic and shelter keeping up to date on new and improved medical breakthroughs specifically for shelters and with regard to herd health.
- Educate department-wide staff on pertinent medical conditions and be available to discuss significant medical issues with Board, staff, volunteers and foster care providers.
- Perform humane euthanasia as needed and directed.
- Render emergency veterinary care as needed.
- Responsible for making recommendations to the DO for special cases.
- Work closely with and be responsive to not only the Director of Operations, but all coworkers, foster care families and volunteers. Interactions should be positive and professional manner in order to further the goals of the department, as you are all very reliant on each other to meet those goals.
- Provide assistance to other departments as needed including education and staff medical training.
- Work within established budgetary guidelines for department.
- Manages medical costs in the most efficient way including the possible outsourcing of veterinary cases.
- Assist the Director of Operations and the Executive Director with the preparation of an annual operating budget for shelter medicine.
- Participate in organization activities as needed or required.
- It is imperative that the veterinarian have beliefs that are in alignment with the values and mission of Purrfect Pals. The veterinarian is expected to model the values and mission in his/her approach and in the way he/she does their work. As the shelter veterinarian, he/she is also viewed as a leader among staff, volunteers, foster care providers, and the public. It is critical that the veterinarian work in a professional manner knowing that his/her actions are a reflection of Purrfect Pals.
In addition to the duties listed above, Purrfect Pals expects the following of each employee: adheres to employment policies and procedures; works in a safe manner; acts as a role model within and outside the Shelter; performs duties as workload necessitates; maintains a positive and respectful attitude; communicates regularly with DO and Board about department issues; demonstrates efficient time management and prioritizes workload; consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of the position; meets department productivity standards; participates in events as needed or required; and completes other duties as assigned.
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The following is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the essential functions of this position, but rather a general description of some of the requirements necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this position. The employee must meet the following requirements, among others:
- Current State License DVM required.
- Must be able to perform a high volume of spay and neuter surgeries, including young animals 8 weeks of age, in estrus and all stages of pregnancy.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently with other veterinarians to accomplish the established goal for the volume of surgeries performed.
- Knowledge of cats and ability to provide standard health care management practices for shelter and sanctuary residents.
- Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to safely lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to act with professionalism, courtesy, tact, and sound judgment.
- Ability to work and participate in both a team and self-directed environment.
- Must be able to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to take react calmly and quickly in a crisis situation.
- Must have basic computer skills.
- Animal shelter experience preferred.
Employee must demonstrate ability to work effectively with others (including co-workers, volunteers, foster care providers, donors) by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listening to and objectively considering ideas and suggestions from others; keeping commitments; keeping others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; and addressing problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions.
Employee must demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:
Though work assignments may vary from day to day, this position typically requires:
Standing, walking and reaching continuously. Sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching and lifting frequently. Typing frequently. The ability to reach above, at or below shoulder level frequently.
