Veterinarian NF-04

U.S. Army Medical Command • McConnell AFB, KS

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the McConnell AFB Veterinary Treatment Facility. The Veterinarian provides veterinary care to privately owned animals, including wellness appointments, examinations, treatment of diseases and injuries, and surgeries. The role includes advising owners on immunizations and disease prevention, conducting diagnostic testing, interpreting laboratory findings, and issuing health certificates. The Veterinarian also maintains legal medical health records and provides direction and oversight to Animal Health Assistants on veterinary nursing skills, veterinary medical standards, and animal care.

The position is part-time, with at least 20 guaranteed work hours per week and a schedule that may range from 20 to 39 hours per week. The work schedule will be determined after hire. Occasional Saturday work may be required for special events, as needed by management. Salary is prorated based on a 40-hour work week; the stated hourly range is $50.31 to $55.10, equivalent to $105,000 to $115,000 annually. Incentives and bonuses will not be paid.

Requirements

• Possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent, such as a Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), from a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA).
• Possess a valid, unrestricted state license to practice veterinary medicine; a license from any U.S. state is acceptable.
• 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 qualification, eligibility, and background requirements; a favorable suitability determination is required.
• 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 lift more than 45 pounds with assistance.
• Be able to stand, walk, restrain animals, kneel, reach, and sit for extended periods; use of fingers, both hands, and both legs is required.
• Be able to work in an environment with intermittent excessive noise.
• Be able to receive all mandated immunizations for direct-patient work and/or work in a veterinary environment in accordance with AR 40-562, chapter 4-1.
• Be able 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.
• If using foreign education to meet qualifications, provide evidence that the credentials were evaluated by a qualified private organization and deemed equivalent to an accredited U.S. education, or that full credit was given for the courses at a U.S.-accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

• Active USDA/APHIS accreditation is highly preferred or may qualify candidates as best qualified.

Responsibilities

• Perform wellness appointments for privately owned animals and advise owners on proper 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.
• Provide direction and oversight to Animal Health Assistants regarding veterinary nursing skills, veterinary medical standards, and animal care.

Benefits

• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for health and life insurance.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees may participate in 401(k) and retirement plans.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees receive paid personal time off and federal holidays.
• NAF flexible employees may participate in the NAF 401(k) plan; some may also be eligible for health insurance.
• Professional development opportunities may include training, education, and certification programs.
• Employees may have access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.

What This Job Offers

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