Staff Veterinarian

KENTUCKY HUMANE SOCIETY•Louisville, KY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) is seeking a Staff Veterinarian for its SNIP Clinic in Louisville, KY. KHS is the largest pet adoption agency and oldest animal welfare organization in Kentucky, dedicated to improving the lives of animals and the people who love them. The Staff Veterinarian will provide high-level veterinary care to both owned and shelter animals, including surgery, sterilizations, heartworm treatments, amputations, tumor/growth removals, dental procedures, medical examinations, and vaccinations. This role is part of the vet services team, which includes the Sam Swope Pet TLC veterinary office, the CARE-a-van mobile vet clinic, and the S.N.I.P. Clinic. The objective is to create more compassionate communities through leadership, education, and proactive solutions for companion animals and their owners.

Requirements

1+ years of management or supervisory experience preferred.
General to intermediate dog and cat knowledge with experience in handling animals of all ages, sizes, and temperaments.
Intermediate computer skills with the ability to prepare reports and maintain an efficient records system.
Exceptional organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
Self-directed with the ability to work independently/meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment with little direct supervision.
Ability to envision long-range goals and apply them to daily operations.
Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with people of all backgrounds and personalities.
Humane attitude towards animals.
Ability to manage the emotional aspect of end-of-life service and humane euthanasia, and support staff in high-emotion circumstances.
Accept, support, and represent KHS core values, programs, policies, and procedures.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record and be willing to drive KHS vehicles.
Ability to work a schedule inclusive of one weekend day.
Background Check required.

Responsibilities

Provide high-level veterinarian care to both owned and shelter animals.
Perform surgery, sterilizations, heartworm treatments, amputations, tumor/growth removals, and dental procedures.
Conduct medical examinations and administer vaccinations.
Assist in medical care to ensure complete treatment and recovery for all owned and KHS animals.
Work within the vet services team across various KHS programs (Sam Swope Pet TLC, CARE-a-van, S.N.I.P. Clinic).
Manage daily operations of adoptions staff through effective delegation, support, motivation, and fair leadership.
Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, reviewing, terminating, and disciplinary measures of adoption team members.
Supervise adoption staff and coordinate schedules; oversee time and labor and submit payroll records.
Implement training plan for new adoption employees and volunteers.
Communicate monthly goals to staff and track progress.
Work within guidelines of annual budget and in compliance with KHS strategic plan.
Participate in the strategic planning process for shelter services regarding Adoptions.
Create a positive experience for adoptions customers and volunteers.
Develop and implement SOP guidelines for best adoptions and customer service practices.
Ensure KHS animals are provided the 5 freedoms throughout all adoptions operations.
Ensure the Open Adoptions philosophy and policies are followed at all locations.
Compile data for reports; analyze trends and recommend actions to improve processes.
Process Purchase Orders and maintain inventory of all departmental supplies.
Attend Animal Relate Services meetings, providing collaborative input and discussion on operational issues and needs, including euthanasia decision.
Ensure location is kept in excellent condition and preventative maintenance is being followed.
Responsible for opening and closing procedures as scheduled.
Serve as contact for alarm/emergency calls.
Work collaboratively with KHS leadership and Management teams to meet life-saving and organizational goals.
Positively address, resolve and report customer concerns in a timely manner.
Communicate with Shelter Operations Director regarding unusual activities, significant problems or concerns.
Other duties as assigned.