Staff Veterinarian

City of San Antonio

Job Description

Under general direction of the Chief Veterinarian, is responsible for performing veterinarian services in the City's Animal Care Services Department. Performs examinations on animals brought into the animal care facility; ensures incoming animals receive appropriate vaccinations and preventative medicine; performs spay and neuter surgeries; and performs medically necessary surgeries. Evaluates and assigns animals for treatment or medically required euthanasia to prevent suffering. Consults and works with staff, contracted, specialty, spay & neuter, and emergency veterinarians as a team responsible for the care of animals. Exercises technical supervision over assigned staff.

Salary:
- $109,627.70 - $165,707.10/annually
- $30K Incentive: $15,000 upfront and $7,500 on the 1st and 2nd anniversary dates.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location:
Animal Care Services - 4710 Highway 151, San Antonio TX (78227)

Work Hours:
Schedule will vary to include (5) 8-hour shifts during the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; 2 days off per week. Weekends and holiday availability required as needed for operational support.

Job Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited college or university.
- Licensure in good standing to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas.
- A valid DEA Registration Certificate in good standing approved by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
- 4th year Veterinary students in a U.S accredited college or university Veterinary program are eligible to apply. Must obtain State of Texas licensure to practice veterinary medicine and DEA Registration Certificate prior to start date if selected.
- Out of state Veterinarians with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited college or university with a current DEA Registration Certification are eligible to apply. Must obtain State of Texas licensure to practice veterinary medicine prior to start date if selected.

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a practicing Veterinarian is highly desirable.
- Experience in performing High Quality High-Volume spay/neuter surgeries is highly desirable.
- 2 years of experience working with companion animals in a clinical setting, general practice, emergency clinic, or animal shelter.

Please visit the City of San Antonio's Career Center website to submit an application:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanantoniotx/jobs/5270540/staff-…;

Applications submitted through Humane World for Animals will not be accepted: