Part Time Veterinarian
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$ 88800 - 93600
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Job Description
Summary:
Are you passionate about helping animals in need and eager to advance the field of animal welfare Do you thrive in a dynamic complex highly collaborative environment If so the role of Veterinarian at the ASPCAs new Recovery & Rehabilitation Center (R&R Center) in Pawling NY might be right for you!
The application for this position will be open until Thursday July 31 at 5pm EST.
Who We Are:
The R&R Center in Pawling NY is a unique program dedicated to providing integrated sheltering behavioral and medical care for canine victims of cruelty. The R&R Center team works closely with ASPCA teams in New York City to help animals rescued in partnership with the NYPD.
What Youll Do:
The individual in this role is responsible for providing high quality veterinary care to canines recovering at the R&R Center from the physical and behavioral impacts of animal cruelty. The successful candidate for this role values teamwork collaboration and an integrated approach to recovery and rehabilitation that balances medical behavioral and environmental needs.
When & Where Youll Work:
This is an in-person position reporting to the R&R Center located in Pawling NY.
Schedule will 3 days per week and be set upon hire. Schedule will be set within facility operational hours (8am 8pm Sun Sat ).
Compensation
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 salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future.
The target hiring range for this role is $88800 - $93600 based on the 3-day/24 hour weekly schedule. In addition to a competitive salary this role offers a signing bonus.
Benefits
Flexible time off that includes vacation time sick and bereavement time paid parental leave and paid personal time off that allows you even more flexibility to observe the days that mean the most to you.
Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions we match dollar for dollar up to 4% and provide an additional 4% contribution toward your future each year (for employees who complete at least 1000 hours of service in first year or any calendar year).
Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support for physical mental financial and social wellbeing including online programs 6 free mental health counseling sessions per issue free financial counseling and discounted legal services.
Caregiver Support and Health Care Navigation Services: Free confidential and personalized concierge-style support to help you care for yourself and anyone you consider family through our caregiver support service from Cariloop. Confidential expert help is also available for you and your family in navigating the healthcare system from claims resolution to finding doctors whether or not you are enrolled in the ASPCAs health plans.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Functional Duties (80%)
Provide timely practical high quality veterinary care in accordance with ASPCA protocols and shelter medicine principles and best practices
Monitor the health and welfare of the shelter population identifying potential disease outbreaks and implementing appropriate control measures
Ensure effective use of quarantine and isolation to manage individual animal needs and protect population health while balancing the physical and behavioral needs of the animals
Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care our staff and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques
Develop skilled efficient Fear Free diagnosis and treatment plans for a wide variety of illnesses and injuries
Perform sterilization surgery dental procedures and other surgeries using multi-modal anesthesia and analgesia
Administer vaccines and preventatives according to protocols
Perform humane euthanasia as needed
Work with partner veterinary clinics/hospitals as needed including referrals for advanced care
Stay abreast of shelter medicine practices and trends and ensure their consistent application
Obtain relevant continuing education as required by the ASPCA and the state licensing board
Keep the Director of Veterinary Services apprised of patient medical progress
Collaborate with behavior and sheltering colleagues to ensure holistic balanced care for animals and a cohesive team culture for staff
Communicate regularly with the behavior team using objective language and established communication systems to ensure information is shared in a timely fashion with relevant stakeholders
Competently and compassionately explain animals condition to staff and volunteers with easily understood language
Assist in staff training across all areas ensuring all staff understand shelter disease control protocols nutritional guidelines preventative and vaccination schedules and the importance of daily monitoring
Administrative Financial and Operational Duties(20%)
Participate in daily rounds alongside behavioral and sheltering staff collaborating openly to provide excellent and integrated care
Regularly attend all Veterinary Services appropriate cross-functional and all-staff meetings
Maintain thorough high quality veterinary records documenting all exam findings test results and treatments
Maintain accurate chain of custody and evidence disposition records
Provide expert testimony in court if requested
Complete certificates of veterinary inspection as appropriate for transfer of animals between facilities and/or placement of animals released from care
Accurately track and report time worked time off and work-related travel expenses
Responsibly steward R&R Center assets
Core Values
Exemplifies the ASPCAs 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
Requirements
Education and Work Experience
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent from an accredited veterinary college and current NYS Licensure or eligibility for NYS licensure
Two or more years clinical practice as a small animal DVM; shelter medicine experience strongly preferred
Fear Free Veterinary certification (approximately 9 hours) within 60 days or hire
Low Stress Handling University Silver-Level certification is within six months of hire
USDA certification within 1 year of hire
Other Requirements
Valid drivers license and ability to pass a motor vehicle history check demonstrating safe driving
Ability and willingness to travel up to 5% of the time
Able to work a flexible schedule when needed including days evenings weekends and holidays
Fluent in the use of MS Word Excel PowerPoint; familiarity with shelter software systems or Salesforce a plus
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with criminal cases
Able to regularly witness animals suffering medically and/or behaviorally
Comfortable with humane euthanasia in theory and in practice
Displays concern for the safety and well-being of self animals and others especially under stress
Fosters collaboration by creating strong connections with colleagues at all levels and in all areas
Builds strong work relationships based on trust respect and listening to understand
Freely and generously shares knowledge skills and expertise with others
Demonstrates genuine interest in the thoughts ideas and expertise of others
Proactively problem-solves and takes appropriate initiative to implement solutions
Flexible; can easily adapt to changes and help others do the same
Resilient; bounces back from difficult and disappointing situations quickly
Cultivates a climate in which diverse perspectives are solicited encouraged valued and respected
Ability to set a clear direction and inspire others to work towards shared goals
Sets a high standard by modeling transparency integrity honesty and strong ethical principles
Unafraid of hard conversations and approaches them openly quickly and kindly
Views conflict as generative using disagreement to drive innovation improve communication clarify and articulate values and build stronger relationships
Values ongoing training and education
Willing and able to work in a variety of environments including but not limited to:
Indoor climate-controlled spaces
Outdoor natural climate spaces where extreme temperatures and/or precipitation are possible
On surfaces that are wet or uneven
In loud or continuously noisy areas
Willing and able to work with chemical and biological hazards such as medications cleaning products urine feces blood and sharp objects
Able to work in a physically demanding environment that requires standing walking bending squatting and/or kneeling for extended periods of time
Able to lift and carry animals (50 pounds unassisted 100 pounds with assistance) and equipment such as food bags bedding and cleaning supplies
Able to comfortably handle and restrain animals safely and humanely particularly in stressful situations
Ability to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment including but not limited to disposable coveralls respirators or face masks and booties
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Qualifications:
See above for qualifications details.Language:
English (Required)Education and Work Experience:
Doctorate: Veterinary Medicine (Required)Employment Type
Part-Time
