Staff Veterinarian

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consults with patrons and veterinarians regarding animals at/or from HSBC as needed.
• Performs surgical procedures or vaccine clinic duties as scheduled at HSBC
• Examines outpatients as needed in accordance to HSBC policy.
• Assists Clinic staff with any questions or concerns pertaining to the intake process.
• Performs treatments and follow-up of Heartworm positive dogs.
• Communicates with Medical Director or Clinic Manager about any problems or concerns.
• Follow and uphold HSBC policies and procedures.
• Assists with the Foster and Public Foster Programs.
• Examines fosters and Adoption Ambassador Program animals as needed.
• Performs upkeep and organization of surgery paperwork, updating medical records, supplies and drugs.
• Interacts as needed with local vets regarding adopted pets.
• Work with the Admissions Department on Surrender Prevention cases.
• Facilitate and coordinate specialty surgeries when needed.
• Any other duties that are assigned as needed
• Performs necropsy services as needed
• Experience or interest in Exotic (primarily rabbits and guinea pigs) medicine and surgery

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assures that Per-Diem Veterinarians and volunteers are complying with operational personnel policies.
• Supervises and teaches veterinary students and Veterinarians.
• Provides leadership to resolve disputes and mediates complaints at the lowest possible level.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assists Medical Director, Clinic Assistant Manager, Clinic Manager and/or SVP of Operations in other departmental functions and projects.
• Work in conjunction with the Staff Veterinarians, Medical Director, Clinic Manager, Asst Clinic Manager and SVP of Operations on all issues and projects as they arise.
• Performs euthanasia as needed in accordance with HSBC policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Medical Director and/or SVP of Operations.