Shelter Veterinarian — Take-Home Vehicle & Benefits

Brevard County Sheriff's Office; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home vehicle

Dues covered (AVMA/ASV/FVMA)

Liability insurance (AVMA PLIT)

Continuing education costs covered

Medical and dental insurance

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Job summary

The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is seeking a qualified Shelter Veterinarian to provide medical and surgical care for animals at the Animal Care Center, Paws and Stripes College, and working K-9s. Will monitor daily health and implement progressive herd health protocols in a fast-paced shelter environment.

Responsibilities include triage, anesthesia, routine exams, emergency care, and collaboration with veterinarians. Strong clinical and diagnostic skills, and excellent teamwork are required.

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 be able to 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 Technicians, 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.
• Regular, dependable and punctual attendance is an essential function of this job.

Job description

The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is seeking a qualified Shelter Veterinarian to provide medical and surgical care for animals at the Animal Care Center, Paws and Stripes College, and working K-9s. Will monitor daily health and implement progressive herd health protocols in a fast-paced shelter environment.

Responsibilities include triage, anesthesia, routine exams, emergency care, and collaboration with veterinarians. Strong clinical and diagnostic skills, and excellent teamwork are required.