Veterinarian NF-04

U.S. Army Medical Command • Robins AFB, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the Robins AFB Veterinary Treatment Facility. The Veterinarian provides clinical care to privately owned animals, including wellness appointments, immunization and disease-prevention guidance, examinations, treatment of diseases and injuries, and surgery. The role also includes collecting samples for diagnostic testing, performing and interpreting laboratory findings, issuing health certificates, and maintaining legal medical health records.

The Veterinarian provides direction and oversight to Animal Health Assistants on veterinary nursing skills, medical standards, and animal care. The position requires the ability to obtain or renew USDA/APHIS accreditation within the first 60 days of employment and may require occasional Saturday work for special events. The position is part-time, with at least 20 guaranteed hours per week and scheduling between 20 and 39 hours per week; the work schedule will be determined after hire.

Requirements

• Possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), or equivalent degree from a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education.
• Possess a valid, unrestricted state license to practice veterinary medicine from any U.S. state.
• Provide official transcripts before hire; unofficial transcripts may be submitted for initial qualification screening.
• Obtain or renew USDA/APHIS accreditation within the first 60 days of employment.
• Meet position qualification, eligibility, and background requirements, including a favorable suitability determination.
• Submit a successful background investigation to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency no later than 30 calendar days after entry on duty or placement for internal candidates.
• Have no aversion to animals, blood, bodily fluids, animal tissues, strong odors, needles, or sharp instruments.
• Be able to lift animals and supplies up to 45 pounds, and occasionally more than 45 pounds with help.
• Be able to stand and walk for long periods and restrain animals, kneel, reach, and sit as required.
• Have use of fingers, both hands, and both legs, and be able to work with intermittent exposure to excessive noise.
• Be able to receive all mandated immunizations for work in a direct-patient capacity and/or veterinary environment under AR 40-562, chapter 4-1.
• Be available to work occasional Saturdays for special events as needed by management.
• Submit a resume of no more than two pages that clearly describes relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Possess active USDA/APHIS accreditation; candidates with this qualification will be considered Best Qualified.

Responsibilities

• Perform wellness appointments for privately owned animals and advise owners on immunizations and disease prevention.
• Examine animals and treat diseases and injuries.
• Conduct surgeries.
• Maintain legal medical health records and perform other administrative duties.
• Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, and other body fluids for examination and diagnostic testing.
• Perform and interpret laboratory findings.
• Issue health certificates.
• Direct and oversee Animal Health Assistants regarding veterinary nursing skills, veterinary medical standards, and animal care.

Benefits

• Health insurance for eligible regular full-time and part-time employees
• Life insurance for eligible regular full-time and part-time employees
• 401(k) plan
• Retirement plans
• Paid personal time off
• Federal holidays
• Professional development opportunities, including training, education, and certification programs
• Access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree