Clinical Veterinarian

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation bonus

POSITION TITLE
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Clinical Veterinarian
REPORTS TO
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Director of Veterinary Care/Attending Veterinarian
JOB CLASSIFICATION
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Shift: Day shift; on-call availability for emergencies during nights and weekends as scheduled
FLSA/Status:
Exempt / Full-time
Risk Level: 3

SUPERVISES
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May contribute to the supervision of one or more veterinary technicians in the absence of the Director of Veterinary Care and the Vet Tech Supervisor.

Chimp Haven serves as the National Chimpanzee Sanctuary and is located on 200 forested acres in northwest Louisiana just outside of Shreveport. Chimp Haven provides excellent care for nearly 300 chimpanzees, most of whom are retired from biomedical research. As more retired chimpanzees make their way from research institutions to sanctuary, our population continues to grow. Chimp Haven has a well-designed facility to support the physical and emotional well-being of all animals, experienced staff and high standards for operational excellence.

The organization is accredited by AAALAC and the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries, USDA inspected and a member of the North American Primate Sanctuary Alliance. Chimp Haven offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, extensive training and an opportunity for professional advancement. Equal Opportunity Employer.

As a key member of the veterinary team, provide routine and emergency medical care for the chimpanzee colony which includes juveniles through geriatric residents. This position affords the right candidate a unique opportunity to not only provide hands-on medical care to chimpanzees, but also learn all aspects of sanctuary medicine, share your knowledge and learnings with others in the field, and participate in colony management decisions.

2. Administration

• Medical Care and Records
• Oversee all aspects of colony health, including health surveillance; ensure proper care is given to chimpanzees at all times.
• Diagnose and treat medical conditions, diseases, and injuries; coordinate chimpanzee health care with consulting veterinarians, specialists and staff as needed.
• Provide visual health monitoring of sick or injured chimpanzees in conjunction with other veterinary clinical and animal care staff.
• Maintain proficiency in anesthesia, anesthetic monitoring, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Prescribe and dose and approve medications for individual health needs.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic procedures including but not limited to radiographs, ultrasound, laboratory, tests and physical exams.
• Assist or perform surgical procedures, including but not limited to wound care, digital amputations, dental care, soft tissue and abdominal surgeries directly benefit ting the chimpanzee.
• Perform euthanasia and necropsies as required.
• Maintain clinical records (written and electronic-Avimark).
• Communicate critical cases to animal care staff and educate on possible outcomes.
• Plan and implement preventive health programs to include positive reinforcement for medical behaviors.
• Participate in transportation of chimpanzees from sending institutions and may lead the chimpanzee unloading and introduction to quarantine facility.  employees on newly arrived chimpanzees
• Participate in the introduction process of newly introduced social groups along with behavior and husbandry staff.
• Adherence to Federal, State, and local regulations governing Animal Care/Nutrition and Diet preparation.
• Work with visiting scientists and supervise volunteers or interns.
• May give consult to veterinarians at other institutions on chimpanzee physical examination/sedation standard operating procedures.
• Train animal care staff on veterinary procedures.
• Obtain further echocardiogram training in chimpanzees to allow for thorough cardiac evaluation of our chimpanzees and further collaboration with Great Ape Heart Project.
• Maintain a safe workplace, value, and model safe work practices, adhering to organizational safety practices and rules, and addressing or communicating to leadership about unsafe practices and conditions. Take the lead in escape drills and adverse events as appropriate.
• Participate in controlled substance use, regulatory compliance, and related documentation.
• Actively participate in Chimp Haven staff and veterinary team meetings.
• Represent the veterinary department at Chimpanzee Discovery Days and may participate in facility tours or further media opportunities.
• May lead accreditation and certification efforts, and assist with regulatory reports and inspections (SCCC, USDA, NIH, AAALAC, and GFAS).
• Monitor inventory, order and stock supplies, medication, and equipment.
• Participate in bi-weekly clinic walk throughs to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in management of departmental budget.
• May hire, train, and supervise veterinary technicians.
• Write grants, proposals, manuscripts, and other communications.

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