Veterinarian

Veterinarian Minimum Qualifications Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Medical Doctor degree. Shelter Medicine experience preferred and qualified experience can include both internships and externships under the guidance of a veterinarian. Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Florida or seeking such license for new graduates. Must obtain a Drug Enforcement Administration License within 60 days of hire. National Veterinary Accreditation with the United States Department of Agriculture to perform exams and issue Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (health certificates). Can be obtained within 6 months of hire. This position requires completion of the Sheriff's Office pre-employment medical certification. Completion of a criminal background investigation including polygraph, reference/employment/neighborhood checks. submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to assuming position and will be subject to return to duty, post-accident and/or random and reasonable suspicion drug tests while employed with BCSO. The candidate will have a commitment to animal welfare; a working knowledge of shelter medicine and companion animal care; previous clinical experience in a fast-paced, high-demand veterinary setting. Surgical and diagnostic skills, understanding of shelter medicine, epidemiology, infectious disease, veterinary forensics, and herd health; written and verbal skills; team approach to work and communication; ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment; critical thinking and problem-solving. Veterinary students that are in the process of obtaining a FL veterinary license upon graduation are encouraged to apply. AVMA, ASV, and FVMA membership dues covered. AVMA PLIT liability insurance coverage provided. Continuing education costs for 30 hours every 2 years covered. Florida Retirement System (FRS), medical, dental insurance available. The Shelter Veterinarian provides medical and surgical care of animals that are housed at the Animal Care Center, Paws and Stripes College, and the working K-9's of Brevard County Sheriff's Office; monitors day-to-day health of animals in these facilities; and works to ensure the health of the population through quality shelter medicine practices and progressive herd health protocols. This includes triage and stabilizing ill and injured animals, diagnosing and treating a wide variety of medical conditions, anesthetizing animals, and performing surgery in accordance with a weekly schedule. Position Duties The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the position as necessary. Examines and treats animals housed at the Animal Care Center and paws and strips college; directs population management decisions and advises on operational decisions to decrease disease and increase good health: provides complete medical records, medical release statements, and certified health certificates as appropriate. Immunizes, spays or neuters adult and juvenile animals in accordance with established Association of Shelter Veterinarians best practice guidelines, laws, and policies. Performs emergency treatment and surgery upon injured and diseased animals. Performs, interprets, and records laboratory testing and radiology findings for disease and injuries. Directs, and at times performs, euthanasia of shelter animals according to established laws and policies. Performs routine examinations and required State testing of large animals/livestock; advises on best care practices of large animals/livestock. Develops training and accompanying communication on appropriate shelter animal care and procedures for Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistant, Animal Care Techn cians, and other personnel. Monitors and responds to shelter animals with potentially dangerous diseases that may affect animal or human population. Evaluates, examines and reviews animal cases that are subject to animal cruelty investigations; prepares examination findings in report fashion to be used by courts; serves as an expert court witness as necessary. Acts as liaison with veterinarians in private practice; seeks their support and cooperation for various projects and activities. Confers and cooperates with animal humane and civic organizations in the community; makes educational presentations to civic organizations on the topic of shelter animals, shelter medicine, or other related topics. Required to perform routine health screening and immunizations of agency owned canines and barn cats. Attendance is an essential function of this job. The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), disability or genetic information in employment practices. ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.