RELIEF VETERINARIAN

FOOTHILLS ANIMAL SHELTER • Golden, CO

6d • $90 - $90 • Onsite

About The Position

The relief veterinarian will work on an as-needed basis to fill-in for staff vacations or other planned time off. The relief veterinarian will primarily perform surgical procedures including spay/neuter, dentistry, and general surgeries, and may also perform medical rounds for shelter patients and assist with our public vaccine clinics.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an AVMA accredited school of veterinary medicine.
• 3 years of experience practicing veterinary medicine in a private practice or shelter setting with a heavy surgical load.
• Veterinary license in good standing.
• Must have a current veterinary malpractice insurance policy.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Shelter medicine experience preferred.
• Fear Free Shelter certified or become Fear Free Shelter certified within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs sterilization surgeries, dentistry, and other surgical procedures.
• Oversees the treatment of shelter animals, conducts medical rounds, and maintains accurate medical records within the shelter database.
• Provides emergency care to injured animals brought to the Shelter.
• Makes recommendations for adoption candidacy based on medical condition and determines when euthanasia is the most appropriate outcome based on available resources and ability to maintain quality of life.
• Administers vaccines for animals attending our public vaccine clinics.
• Models Fear Free veterinary practices and supports staff in implementing Fear Free techniques.
• Advises staff on veterinary topics and procedures to ensure herd health including administering vaccinations, deworming, medications, and quarantine/isolation procedures.
• Promotes and follows all safety guidelines to ensure a safe work environment.
• Takes immediate action to address any safety concern or noncompliance with OSHA safety rules that could put a staff member, volunteer, patron, animal, or the organization at risk.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level