AVHS Clinic Veterinarian

Auburn Valley Humane Society

Job Description

AVHS Clinic Veterinarian

Position Summary: The AVHS Shelter Veterinarian is responsible for the overall administrative management of the medical programs for Auburn Valley Humane Society. In addition to overseeing the medical practices for the shelter. The Shelter Veterinarian serves as a crucial role in aiding medical support staff while promoting and upholding AVHS workplace culture.

Position Classification: Exempt (Salary)
Salary Range: 85,000 - 120,000
Report To: CEO
Location: Auburn Valley Humane Society / 4910 A Street SE, Auburn, WA
Driver Role: Valid driver’s license with access to reliable transportation; ability to meet AVHS insurance requirements and appropriately operate AVHS vehicles in accordance with policy.

Benefits include:
- PTO
- 10 paid holidays
-Health, dental, and vision insurance
-Employee Assistance Program
-Matching 401k
-Discounted pet care for your pets
-Annual reimbursements for license fees, liability insurance, and professional membership dues
-Eligibility for the Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Responsibilities:
• To maintain the Animal Care policies and procedures, as well as learn and follow AVHS’s policies and procedures and city, county and state requirements regarding animal welfare and veterinary services.
• To promote a positive image of AVHS through positive public relations
• To establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with staff members, volunteers, and other departments.
• To oversee, support and schedule medical staff, encourage a collaborative and kind working environment, support change and growth opportunities.
• To oversee the ongoing development and support of medical staff
• To prepare and maintain proper records of work performance of medical support staff and operations.
• To oversee medical support staff scheduling and daily operations including relief coverage.
• To oversee the scheduling of surgical and wellness of shelter animalss according to organizational policy.
• To maintain proper records of animal care and medical charting operations in-line with current standards of care.
• To oversee inventories and records of medical supplies, and controlled drugs.
• To be proficient in the knowledge and delivery of preventative medicine topics and care based on organizational policy.
• To support and promote Fear Free and similar animal handling practices within the shelter.
• Provides expertise and focus on infectious disease identification, management and prevention.
• To prepare monthly and annual departmental reports as they relate to program metrics for the CEO.
• To manage and perform all services and requirements associated with the drug administration for the location, in accordance with DEA licensure.
• To attend board meetings and fundraising events as needed.
• To perform other reasonable duties time to time, as assigned by the CEO.
• To maintain a general working knowledge of other Shelter departments, all Society locations, functions, and their contribution to the organization as a whole.
• To be available outside of regularly scheduled hours in a supervisory role promoting operational success and staff support.
• Able to work flexible hours, which will include weekends.
• To remain current on daily communication and time sensitive issues.
• To be proficient in, or willing to develop, all aspects of high quality, high volume, spay & neuter (HQHVSN) including exam, induction, anesthesia, surgery, and recovery based on organizational policy.

Educational / Licensing Qualifications:
• DVM; licensed to practice in the State of Washington.
• Eligible for DEA licensure.
• Valid driver’s license with access to reliable transportation; ability to meet AVHS insurance requirements and appropriately operate AVHS vehicles in accordance with policy.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Principles Duties Preferred, Not Required:
• Scheduling
• HQHVSN is a plus

Skills and Experience:
• 2+ years of companion animal clinical experience. HQHVSN and/or shelter environment experience (preferred)
• Ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with diverse staff, volunteers, and community in a professional, pleasant, respectful, and courteous manner.
• Ability to bring an equity lens to program services.
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Ability to handle and assess potentially dangerous or fractious dogs and cats.
• Demonstrated experience in leading a diverse staff in a positive, friendly, collaborative, and inclusive manner.
• Ability to set goals, work with a team and independently to plan and carry out projects.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Passion for the mission of AVHS. Knowledge of and commitment to animal welfare issues.

Computer Skills:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office applications, especially Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Experience with shelter software (PetPoint) preferred.
• Comfortable learning new systems, including online information systems and shelter software.

Physical Demands:
• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly
• Must be able to see fine detail in a variety of situations
• Must have good hearing including ability to distinguish changes in pitch
• Must have reasonable degree of agility to move through tightly cramped areas in various situations
• Must have acceptable sense of touch and smell
• Must have good range of motion in joints especially wrist, knees, elbows
• Must have good range of motion in your back for twisting etc.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures
• Must have acceptable sense of balance
• Must be able to work and reach on hands and knees
• Must be able to use a ladder and step stool
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination
• May be asked to move large oxygen tanks
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers

Occupational Disclaimer:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.

EEO Policy Statement:
It is the policy of AVHS to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, age, physical or mental disability, citizen status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, bankruptcy status or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state or local law

How to Apply - Please submit your cover letter and resume to pmorgan@auburnvalleyhs.org.

This is a full time job