Veterinarian- Part Time

ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL OF NYC•New York, NY

1h•$90,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) is seeking a Veterinarian with strong medical and surgical skills to address the diverse medical needs of the homeless pet population in NYC. ACC is one of the nation's largest open-admission animal shelters with a mission to end animal homelessness in NYC. The organization serves as a community resource, aiming to preserve the human-animal bond and has a 90% placement rate. The veterinary team is crucial in ensuring positive outcomes for animals, and this role requires a doctor who can navigate daily challenges with critical thinking and proactive problem-solving in a fast-paced environment with an annual intake of 25,000 animals. The Veterinarian will work under the guidance of the VP, Animal Health & Welfare, maintaining and advancing patient care standards. This role involves inspiring and collaborating with the team, making difficult decisions, and contributing to the organization's strategic development. The position is demanding, involving work with the neediest animals in NYC, and offers a challenging yet rewarding experience.

Requirements

DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree.
Licensure in NYS to practice veterinary medicine.
USDA accreditation or eligibility.
Strong surgical and diagnostic skills.
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Previous clinical experience, particularly in shelters, preferred but not required.
Equally good in dealing with animals AND people!
Interest in and understanding of shelter medicine, epidemiology, and herd health.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, able to multi-task and prioritize.
Dependable, reliable, and efficient.

Responsibilities

Working with the VP Animal Health & Welfare contribute to the process of continuous revision and execution of a shelter medical plan focused on population based preventative health care.
Disease identification and surveillance, including daily rounds and health monitoring.
Triage and examination of a variety of species both in the shelter and in foster care.
Efficiently stabilize and manage a variety of trauma cases.
Manage a varied surgical case-load with oversight of support staff during pre, intra and perioperative period.
Issue Certificates of Veterinary Inspection.
Recognition and documentation of cruelty cases, including preparation of veterinary statements and expert witness testimony.
Prepare to liaise with pet owners, foster parents and adopters when needed.
Option to work in urgent access public-facing clinic.
Work with all other departments to promote animals moving on the pathway to a successful outcome.
Participate in team trainings as a mentor and a student.
Assist in placement and euthanasia decisions.
Attend strategy planning sessions, departmental meetings and population rounds.
Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
Promote unity and team cohesion through leading by example.