Senior Shelter Veterinarian (2293) - Animal Care and Control, Office of the City Administrator
Core
Leads medical care, disease prevention, and emergency response for impounded animals in a municipal shelter, including diagnosis, treatment, and euthanasia.
Role type
Senior Shelter Veterinarian (hands-on IC)
Builds
Comprehensive health care and disease prevention programs for the animal shelter
Domain
Animal Care and Control / Veterinary Medicine
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Soft tissue surgery (spay/neuter, laceration repair, mass removal), emergency medical treatment, euthanasia, disease prevention, staff training, public consultation, court testimony
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Directs screening, diagnosis, and medical treatment of impounded animals; develops health care and disease prevention programs; trains staff on animal care, first aid, and paramedical duties; supervises daily monitoring of animals for illness; advises staff and public on veterinary matters; investigates animal mistreatment and testifies in court; assists with emergency disaster response; manages veterinary supplies and budget.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
