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Metro Nashville Public Health Department

Shelter Veterinarian (Part Time w/Benefits) 20 hours

Metro Nashville Public Health Department, Nashville, TN, United States


*Metro Animal Care and Control (MACC) is committed to the delivery of humane and responsive animal care and control services to and for the residents and animals of Nashville-Davidson County. We have an opportunity at Nashville's MACC to hire a Veterinarian. This is a critical position that provides medical care for animals in shelter's custody.* All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description. The Shelter Veterinarian for the Metro Nashville Animal Care and Control facility (MACC) provides and oversees medical care for animals in the shelter's custody, in addition to providing medical care for animals fostered and recently placed. *In this position you will:* * Plans and implements a comprehensive animal health care program including population management, environmental sanitation, record-keeping, disease surveillance, physical examinations, vaccination, parasite control, disease testing, disease treatment, nutrition, outbreak response, and environmental enrichment for animals in the shelter and in foster homes, consistent with state, local, MPHD, and MACC policies, procedures, and guidelines. * Educates staff and volunteers regarding animal disease and behavior. * Ensures that each animal receives a physical examination upon intake, and that sick and injured animals are diagnosed, and treatment is prescribed. * Assesses and advises as to treatment options for sick or injured animals, including risks and costs thereof. * Provides emergency medical care as needed, including but not limited to IV catheter placement, transfusions, etc. * Monitors the health of animals in the shelter (in collaboration with the shelter staff), performs diagnostic procedures, and provides appropriate and timely treatment when necessary. * Promotes a caring attitude toward all animals and treats animals humanely and with compassion at all times, regardless of circumstances, including those that are sick, injured, feral, or aggressive. * Advises and works with shelter staff in behavior assessment, behavioral counseling and animal training and enrichment programs. * Ensures accurate recordkeeping in the computerized medical records system for all medical/surgical care provided, examinations, treatment, communication, and surveillance of disease within the shelter. * Performs forensic veterinary exams for cruelty/legal cases. This includes but is not limited to crime scene processing, evidence collection and handling, crime scene/live animal photography, live examinations and necropsy, and emergency care. Prepare detailed legal veterinary statements. Attend court and testify as expert witness when required. Maintain confidentiality of evidence/records/case information. * Assists with coordination and supervision of veterinary clinics, such as spay/neuter and vaccination of publicly owned animals and feral cats. * Assists with collaborative programs with colleges and universities, including hosting student and professional interns for structured rotations. * Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations of the Tennessee Board of Veterinary Medicine and the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). * Implements appropriate inventory control procedures for medications and medical supplies. Implements regular maintenance schedules for medical equipment. * Prepares regular progress reports. Communicates with internal and external stakeholders as needed for visibility and success of the program. Takes initiative to identify and solve problems. * Performs euthanasia of animals. * Works cooperatively with the shelter Director and staff. * Supports and participates in departmental response to disaster and emergency events. * Treat people (staff, volunteers, and the public) with respect and courtesy, foster a spirit of teamwork and perform duties in a manner that assists the organization in the achievement of its goals and encourages community support of its work. * Engages in regular and reliable attendance. * Performs other duties as assigned. *What we offer you:* · *A comprehensive benefits package including generous paid Holidays, Sick leave and Vacation time.* · *A competitive Salary range of: $94,241.00-$141,373.00 annually dependent on experience* *What we need from you: * · *Hold an Doctorate of Veterinary medicine degree from an accredited university.* · *Active Tennessee license to practice veterinary medicine.* · *Must possess (or obtain within sixty days of employment) and must thereafter maintain DEA controlled substances registration to administer, prescribe and dispense controlled substances. * · *Valid class "D" driver's license.* · *Must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations.* *Please apply using Indeed EASY APPLY our recruiter will contact you to move forward.* Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $68,000.00 per year Expected hours: 20 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * License reimbursement * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 4 hour shift * Weekends as needed Education: * Doctorate (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Nashville, TN 37211: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person