Neighborhood Vet Care Staff Veterinarian

Maryland SPCA, Inc

Baltimore, MD

Expired: August 08, 2022 Applications are no longer accepted.

$43 to $53 Hourly
Full-Time

Job Description

Company Info

Description: Neighborhood Vet Care is an innovative, dynamic organization that provides excellent veterinary care while raising funds to support pets and people through programs at the Maryland SPCA. Our team practices medicine collaboratively using the most current methods, drugs, research, philosophies, and professional guidelines. If you feel strongly about helping animals, love the idea of funding Maryland SPCA programs, and long to be part of a fun, passionate team, this job is for you.

Position Summary: The Staff Veterinarian is responsible for the medical and surgical care of client owned patients. Full time is preferred but part time is negotiable.

Responsibilities:

Administrative

Maintain complete and detail oriented medical records on all patients seen by the veterinarian
Create clear diagnostic plans and treatment plans for sick/ailing patients
Mentor and oversee Exam Room Veterinary Technicians on animal examination techniques and protocols
Mentor and oversee the work of Surgical Veterinary Technicians on surgical prep, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery
Attend management and staff meetings as needed
Attend weekly veterinary rounds
Maintain Continuing Education requirements as set forth by the Maryland State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
Collaborate with other staff veterinarians to achieve best practices in procedures, prevention and treatment of infectious disease, diagnosing non-infectious illnesses, and implementing treatments

Medical Care

Perform regular and preventive health examinations on small animals/house pets
Inoculate animals against various diseases
Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other bodily fluids for examination and analysis
Perform laboratory procedures and diagnostic tests including parasitology, hematology, and urinalysis
Help train new employees to operate effectively in the clinical environment
Use a comprehensive diagnostic approach to determine illness in each patient
Assist in identifying animals in need of emergency intervention and specialist consultations
Review radiology and lab work
Provide input on existing medical standard operating procedures and new initiatives
Work with appropriate personnel to maintain a successful medicine program

Surgical Care

Perform spay/neuter surgeries, including pubescent and pregnant animals.
Perform various soft tissue surgeries such as enucleations, mass removals, amputations, entropion etc.
Coordinate and provide special medical care to animals, post surgically
Provide input on existing surgical standard operating procedures and new initiatives
Collaborate with other staff/contract veterinarians to ensure high quality, high volume surgical practices are implemented
Work with appropriate personnel to maintain successful surgery program
Document surgical procedures in medical records, with clear plan if needed
Experience and knowledge in dentistry is preferred, but not required

Qualification Requirements:

2-3 years relevant small animal veterinary experience including medicine and surgery
No sanctions with the Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
Maintain an active Maryland Veterinary License, Maryland Controlled Dangerous Substance License, and Professional Liability Insurance Policy
Able to exercise professional judgment in the best interest of the animals, Neighborhood Vet Care, and the MD SPCA.
Strong interpersonal, collaborative and team-building skills
Strong communication skills
Positive attitude and ability to deal with emotionally challenging situations

Benefits: