Description

SENIOR VETERINARIAN

Under general supervision, the Senior Veterinarian of Animal Care and Control will provide high-quality medical care for all animals housed in the shelter. The incumbent will assess, diagnose, and treat patients; make a recommendation regarding the adoptability of an animal; and monitor the herd health of the population. The Veterinarian – Animal Care and Control has the additional responsibility to assist the shelter medical staff, as needed. 

 EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

        Conduct daily rounds and examine, diagnose, and prescribe treatment for shelter animals in accordance with protocols.

        Perform emergency triage and stabilization of ill and injured animals. 

        Administer vaccines and perform other routine services, including client education, connected with preventative health maintenance.

        Perform routine sterilizations and surgeries, including adult and pediatric sterilizations and other routine soft tissue surgery.

        Order diagnostic tests as needed, interpret results, and recommend treatment plans.

        Monitor shelter population for signs of contagious disease and develop and manage office expenditures to stay within line-item authority.

        Assist medical staff and direct shift and work area assignment to maximize coverage.

        Provide oversight and training for shelter staff on proper euthanasia techniques, disease prevention, cross-contamination, and intestinal parasites.

        Evaluate the health and provide input on the temperament of an animal for future adoption.

        Examine documents and treat neglect and cruelty cases, and testify in court, as needed. 

        Perform humane euthanasia.

        Administer medication both oral and injections, including IV, IM, SQ.

        Administer controlled substances and keep accurate logs.

        Maintain accurate and complete medical records.

        Communicate instructions clearly to the shelter staff and other veterinarians.

        Maintain a positive work ethic and rapport with staff and clients.

        Oversee and coordinate the purchase of all medication, clinic supplies, and equipment.

        Humanely treat and care for all animals entrusted to Detroit Animal Care and Control.

        Serve on committees, attend continuing education courses, and attend staff meetings.

        Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and American Veterinary Medical Association standards and guidelines.

        Prepare briefings, memos, analytical and statistical reports, and develop policy and procedures.

        Present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

        Assume responsibility for own professional growth and development by pursuing education, participating in professional committees and work groups, and 
        contributing to a work environment where continual improvements in practice are pursued.

        Serve as needed/assigned by supervisor in General Services Department veterinary and public health activities, including emergency response efforts.

        Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

 MAXIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

        Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required.

        One (1) year of experience practicing shelter veterinary medicine.

        One (1) year of supervisory experience.

        Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.

COMPENSATION:

Extremely competitive salary, full benefits, retirement, vacation plan, etc.