Official Veterinarian for Horse Racing

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma's Horse Racing Commission seeks a licensed Official Veterinarian to serve at commission-licensed race meetings. You will oversee veterinarians, collect treatment reports, and ensure compliance with OHRC Rules of Racing.

The role requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Oklahoma licensure, and strong regulatory knowledge. You will collaborate with Stewards and staff in a fast-paced racing environment while maintaining professionalism.

Qualifications

• Requires Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and Oklahoma licensure.
• Knowledge of veterinary regulatory requirements and animal diseases.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Experience supervising veterinarians in OHRC settings.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Official Veterinarian at OHRC licensed race meetings.
• Supervises OHRC licensed practicing veterinarians at meetings.
• Collects medication and treatment reports and maintains required files.
• Prescribes or treats horses scheduled to race within the appointment term; reports as required.
• Interacts with Stewards to address horses deemed unfit to race and related OHRC rules.

Skills

Regulatory veterinary knowledge

Oral communication

Written communication

Supervisory abilities

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Job description

State of Oklahoma's Horse Racing Commission seeks a licensed Official Veterinarian to serve at commission-licensed race meetings. You will oversee veterinarians, collect treatment reports, and ensure compliance with OHRC Rules of Racing.

The role requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Oklahoma licensure, and strong regulatory knowledge. You will collaborate with Stewards and staff in a fast-paced racing environment while maintaining professionalism.