Spay/Neuter Veterinarian
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Under medical supervision of the Lead Veterinarian, and the direct supervision of the Clinic Manager, responsible for performing spay/neuter surgeries for publicly owned and municipally owned animals in accordance with the policies and procedures established by
Napa Humane and the state laws of California.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – Other duties may be assigned
Medical Services and Management
- Performs examination and sterilization surgeries and other surgical procedures as necessary.
- Provides follow-up examinations as needed.
- Record information regarding animal health, treatment, medical history, and controlled substances used in compliance with federal, state, local and other regulatory guidelines.
- Provides direction to Registered Veterinary Technicians, veterinary assistants, and volunteers during surgical procedures and recovery.
- Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of veterinary protocols and procedures for the Clinic.
Health and Safety Management
- Assists in monitoring safety guidelines to ensure a safe work environment.
Takes immediate action to address any safety concern or noncompliance of safety rules that could put an employee, volunteer, client, animal, or the organization at risk.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently licensed in the State of California to practice veterinary medicine.
- Knowledge of current veterinary theory and practice.
- Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the veterinary care of animals.
- Skilled in the use of computers – preferably in a Windows-based operating environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical efforts require prolonged standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and assist in the lifting and/or moving of up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
- Frequent exposure to loud noise, odors, fumes, chemicals and animal waste.
- Walks on paved and unpaved surfaces and flooring that may be uneven and may be wet or dry.
- Exposure to controlled substances, needles, syringes and other supplies used in the pre- and post-operative treatment and the vaccination of animals.
- Exposure to animals that are agitated that may attempt to bite or scratch.
How to Apply
Email your resume to Lisa Alexander at Lalexander@napahumane.org