Veterinarian

City of Denton

Job Description

Summary

Responsible for oversight and delivery of high-quality medical care for animals in the shelter. Assist with developing and implementing protocols to ensure compassionate and humane care of all animals while in the shelter.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

DUTIES

Perform health evaluations, vaccinations, and routine medical care for shelter animals.
Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and medical conditions.
Conduct spay/neuter surgeries and other necessary surgical procedures.
Develop and implement health protocols and preventive medicine programs.
Collaborate with shelter staff on animal care plans, quarantine protocols and disease prevention measures.
Consult with medical, dental, veterinary professionals to facilitate specialty animal care services and state and county health agencies regarding public health issues.
Ensure compliance with all relevant Local, State and Federal animal welfare regulations and notify leadership of any non-compliance or safety issues.
Oversee activities of assigned staff; collaborate with shelter leadership on staff oversight for staff assisting with continued treatment.
Maintain accurate medical records using shelter software including, but not limited to, controlled substances according to DEA requirements.
Manage inventory of medications, supplies and equipment.
Assist in training shelter staff and volunteers in basic animal care and first aid.
Conduct thorough evaluations and assessments of animals prior to making euthanasia recommendations to shelter leadership.
SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; recommend assignment/assignment change, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Develop, manage, and monitor budget; maintain accurate budget reporting; ensure that operations are cost-effective, and funds are managed wisely.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Doctoral Degree from an accredited college or university by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) in Veterinary Medicine; and,
One (1) year experience as a practicing veterinarian; and,
Must have a valid Texas License in Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM); and,
Must have a valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Registration Certification.

This is a full time job