Staff Veterinarian - Trauma Hospital

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Staff Veterinarian - Trauma Hospital

The Arizona Humane Society seeks dedicated veterinarians to join our Lazin Animal Foundation Trauma Hospital. Your role will be crucial in saving the lives of abused, neglected, and homeless animals, embodying AHS's core values of Innovation, Compassion, and Excellence. If you are a talented Veterinarian, please continue to read more now!

Department:
Trauma Hospital

Location: Papago Park Campus

Status: 1.0 FTE

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule: (4) 10 hour work days with variable start times.

Reports To:
Director of Veterinary Medicine

Supervises: N/A

Paws Up For Great Benefits!

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account options
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Free Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• Payment of applicable licenses (DEA, State).
• Continuing education, including employer Fear Free Certification
• Discounts on veterinary services
• Discounted bus and light rail passes
• Employee Wellness Plans and Activities
• Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!

A Day in the Life:

You, like us, pursued veterinary medicine because of a passion for helping pets and their people. You have a knack for solving complex problems. You don't shy away from the tough cases. Instead, you want to be a voice for animals in our community. Join us in our mission to be that safety net for sick, injured and abused animals - those often left behind.

Yes, it's tough. But we are tougher. You will be part of an innovative team, committed to changing what it means to save animals in a shelter environment

Job Requirements:

In the hospital/clinic -

• Oversee treatment of animals, often in emergency situations brought in through our nationally recognized Emergency Animal Medical Technicians to provide accurate care instructions to team of clinic technicians.
• Provide care for all shelter animals in our system. This includes general surgery, dentistry, spay/neuter surgeries, and medicine.
• Perform physical exams, diagnostics, therapeutics, and determine appropriate disposition for animals in Animal Assistance. This includes stray animals, surrendered animals, and animals from our Reachout partners. Our doctors also evaluate pets brought in for Owner Requested Euthanasia.
• Work with our foster department to manage the care of our shelter animals in foster homes. This may include owned animals in our Project Home Away From Home or Project Active Duty programs.

Administrative -

• Maintain all medical records.
• Be a mentor for staff, volunteers, and other agencies.
• Help train the next generation of DVMs
  - We have rotating University of Arizona students and are starting an internship and residency program in shelter medicine.
• Assist other departments with situations involving the welfare of the animals, such as testifying in court, appearing in media releases, providing necessary documentation regarding the health of the animals, and other situations requiring medical expertise.
• Doctors rotate the on-call phone to counsel our foster and overnight team with emergency situations that may arise.
• Work with Director of Veterinary Medicine to ensure we are providing an excellent experience for all animals in our care.
• Attend seminars to satisfy continuing education requirements for Arizona D.V.M. license renewal.
• Maintain DEA license.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education / Certifications / Licenses:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine OR Veterinary Medical Doctor Degree
• Must be licensed to practice in Arizona.

Experience:

• 2-3 years of experience in a veterinary practice with emphasis on surgery skills preferred.
• Must possess above average surgery skills and a humane…