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Veterinarian
Humane Society of Warren County
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Front Royal, VA 22630
Description
We are looking for a Veterinarian to take over our HSWC Spay Clinic operations. Monday-Thursday work week. Offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus and housing option is available.
- Responsible for the day-to-day health of all animals in the clinic's care; triages and stabilizes ill and injured animals; diagnoses and treats a wide variety of medical conditions and diseases; anesthetizes animals as needed.
- Performs efficient spay/neuter technique (minimum 15 animals per day,) in addition to other minor surgical procedures for shelter animals.
- Practices high quality shelter medicine and emergency care; an emphasis is placed on problem solving through physical examination and use of in-house diagnostics when possible.
- Makes recommendations and monitors adherence to protocols on topics including but not limited to, cleaning and disinfection, and treatment of infectious disease. Perform staff training as needed.
- Maintains detailed medical records in the shelter’s software; enter medical notes in a timely manner.
- Organizes and participates in scheduled weekend events - quarterly rabies/microchip clinics.
- Oversees dispersal and recording of controlled substances and the controlled drug log.
- Oversees the inventory and ordering of medications and medical supplies.
- Keeps abreast of the status or any changes to Department of Health Professions.
- Builds and maintains positive relationships with shelter staff, volunteers, and local veterinarians.
- Provides animal stories for HSWC media and marketing staff.
- Sets a positive and professional example for other staff members.
- Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and Shelter Manager.
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