Veterinarian NF-04

U.S. Army Medical Command • Tinker AFB, OK

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the Tinker AFB Veterinary Treatment Facility. The Veterinarian provides clinical care to privately owned animals, including wellness appointments, immunization and disease-prevention guidance, examinations, treatment, and surgery. The position also performs diagnostic testing and interprets laboratory findings, issues health certificates, and maintains legally required medical health records. The Veterinarian provides direction and oversight to Animal Health Assistants on veterinary nursing skills, veterinary medical standards, and animal care.

The position is flexible/intermittent, with no guaranteed hours and a schedule of 0–40 hours per week based on mission needs. The work schedule will be determined after hire. Occasional Saturday work may be needed for special events. The position is at the Tinker AFB facility and the announcement describes the area of consideration as the local commuting area, while also allowing candidates who can commute or relocate at their own expense.

The hourly salary is $45.52–$52.71, equivalent to $95,000–$110,000 per year based on a 40-hour work week. Incentives and bonuses will not be paid. PCS costs are not authorized. Sunday premium pay and night differential may be authorized; non-foreign overseas allowances, COLA, and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Army NAF employment may provide opportunities for professional development, training, education, and certification programs, as well as access to some on-base facilities such as fitness centers and libraries. Regular full-time and part-time employees may be eligible for health and life insurance, 401(k) and retirement plans, paid personal time off, and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees may participate in the NAF 401(k) plan, and some may be eligible for health insurance. Benefits eligibility varies by employee category.

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 (AVMA).
• Possess a valid, unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine from any U.S. state.
• Provide official transcripts before hire; unofficial transcripts may be uploaded for initial qualification screening.
• Be able to 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.
• Be able to receive all mandated immunizations for work in a direct-patient capacity and/or veterinary environment in accordance with AR 40-562, chapter 4-1.
• 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 assistance.
• Be able to stand and walk for long periods and restrain animals, kneel, reach, and sit as needed.
• Have use of fingers, both hands, and both legs; the position involves intermittent exposure to excessive noise.
• Be able to work occasional Saturdays for special events as needed by management.
• Submit a resume of two pages or less that clearly documents relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Meet foreign education evaluation requirements if relying on education completed outside the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Active USDA/APHIS accreditation is considered highly preferred or 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 legally required 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree