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American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Veterinarian, Community Medicine Miami

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Miami, Florida, us, 33222


Summary:

Who we are:

Have you ever wondered what happens to cats and dogs whose owners are unable to afford veterinary care? We did. The ASPCA's Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. We help pet owners overcome barriers to care, bringing quality services directly to the communities that need us most and partially or fully subsidizing the cost of basic and preventive care. CM treats people and pets with dignity and respect, assisting pet owners in making informed decisions about their pets' health and wellbeing regardless of their financial circumstances. When you come to work at the ASPCA, you join a team of over 1,000 dedicated colleagues with deep knowledge, skills, and passion for the animals we serve.

What you'll do:

Help animals in need! Our highly skilled veterinarians, along with support from licensed technicians and assistants, provide essential services to the pets and rescue animals that need us most. CM's team of medical professionals sees over 100,000 animals every year-and there are many more that need our help. No worrying over the cost of services to your clients, minimal paperwork, no client call backs, no weekends, no on-call or overnight shifts, and no after-hours emergencies. You get to focus on your patients - and have a life! The ASPCA will support you professionally through mentorship and training. If you have surgical experience and have always wanted to become a better, more efficient surgeon and participate in high quality, high volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN), this is your opportunity to learn from the pros.

What you'll get Work/life balance

Set weekly schedule - no weekends! This is typically a Monday - Friday, 8-hour schedule with flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled work day with advance notice Choose from a variety of schedules to fit your professional lifestyle - full time and part time options vary by location paid continuing education days and a CE stipend to keep your skills sharp paid group VIN membership professional liability insurance coverage state veterinary license reimbursement

Room to grow: the ASPCA offers robust professional development programs to help you grow Support: mentorship from experienced veterinarians - we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on We love new grads and provide support and structured mentorship while you hone your skills New to medical management or interested in developing your people management skills? We have a supportive medical leadership team ready to guide you along the path to Leadership Where and When You'll Work:

This position supports the ASPCA Community Medicine's stationary Community Veterinary Clinic (CVC) in Miami, FL. Clinics operate Monday-Friday, closed on major holidays. Schedules are subject to change at the sole discretion of the ASPCA. Available schedules vary by location. Candidates will be able to share preferences for the locations and the full-time and part-time schedule options that interest them during the application process. Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Medical

Provide compassionate, quality preventive and basic care to patients, overseeing all aspects of veterinary care during a clinic day including physical examination, diagnostics, treatment recommendations and delivery, prescribing of medications and discharge information in line with typical clinic scheduling For Veterinarians Participating in HQHVSN Clinics:

Perform pre-surgery physical examinations on all surgical candidates Perform 30-40 high quality, high volume spay/neuter surgical procedures per spay/neuter clinic day (individualized training provided by the ASPCA) Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications Perform and oversee all aspects of minor outpatient surgical procedures

Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques Triage and refer cases that do not fall within CM's parameters of care as appropriate Perform humane euthanasia in accordance with ASPCA policy and CM protocols Provide support and medical services in special cases as needed, including evaluation and treatment of animals living in hoarding situations Client Service

Communicate with all clients in a non-judgement, effective and professional manner; discuss physical examination and test results to allow pet owners to make informed decisions about their pet's care Counsel owners about end of life and other sensitive medical concerns Provide discharge instructions for patients and oversee the dispensing of medications Administrative/Teamwork

Document exam findings, test results and treatment recommendations according to ASPCA guidelines Collaborate and foster good communication with ASPCA colleagues Participate in veterinary/medical training of CM staff, ASPCA staff and veterinary and technical students by coaching, discussion, and demonstration Assist in determining the needed scope of services provided by Community Medicine based on experience with patients and clients and provide input into medical protocols Support the ASPCA's commitment to research and development to benefit animals across the country by participating in studies designed to improve access to care Participate in CM's monthly virtual medical rounds, attend workshops or staff meetings as requested For those willing/interested in travel, occasional opportunities to deploy with the ASPCA's National Field Response team to assist with large-scale disaster or cruelty cases Exemplifies the ASPCA's Core Values:

Has

Commitment

and dedication to improving the lives of animals Demonstrates

Ownership

and feels responsible for outcomes Believes in

Team

- that we are stronger together Seeks to

Elevate

others and reimagine what is possible Focuses on

Impact , specifically making change for animals Qualifications:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent) Current veterinary licensure in state(s) of selected location(s), or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment New graduate's welcome! We welcome final year veterinary students graduating from an AVMA accredited veterinary college, passing the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE), and becoming a licensed veterinarian in the State of employment Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques Fear Free® certification is required within 60 days of hire For Veterinarians Participating in HQHVSN Clinics, proficiency in general surgery skills and spay/neuter surgery. Ability to perform 15 high quality, high volume spay/neuter surgical procedures per spay/neuter clinic day preferred; willingness to train required to achieve proficiency up to surgical load as noted above Knowledge of and ability to use low-stress handling techniques Ability to efficiently perform physical examinations, outpatient surgical procedures and diagnose and treat cats and dogs Sound clinical judgement and resiliency Displays care and concern for the safety and well-being of self, animals, and others, especially in stressful situations Able to work standing for 8 or more hours and bend, crouch, kneel and move freely to perform responsibilities that include handling potentially aggressive animals in stressful conditions and navigating the stairs and smaller working spaces of our mobile veterinary clinics Ability and willingness to commute to different locations to support the Community Medicine team's stationary and mobile veterinary clinics within the city/state in which you apply Work Experience:

Experience in high quality, high volume spay/neuter preferred Experience in general small animal practice or shelter medicine preferred Experience in leadership a plus Language:

English (Required) Bilingual (Spanish) a plus Compensation and Benefits:

Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future.

Staff working 32-hour (Eligible for full benefits and prorated time off)

Part-time, 32-hour (4-day workweeks): The target hiring range for this role is $98,400 - $104,000 Staff working 40-hour workweeks (Eligible for full benefits and time off):

Full-time, 40-hour (5-day workweeks): The target hiring range for this role is $123,000 - $130,000

For more information on our benefits offerings, visit our website.

The Compensation Team will review internal candidates' current compensation, to determine if an offer beyond the target hiring range may be applicable.

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Qualifications:

Veterinarian License - Other

Language: English (Required), Spanish

Education and Work Experience: DVM: Veterinary Medicine (Required)

Our EEO Policy:

The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA's standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA's People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).