Animal Services Veterinarian

SALARY:

$112,356.61•$195,899.39

NATURE OF WORK Grade:

BOCC-EX-13

Job Class:

2•Professionals (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)

Worker Comp Code:

8831•Hospital-Veterinary & Drivers (United States of America)

EEO Classification:

2•Professionals (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)

JOB TYPE

Employee

NATURE OF JOB

Pay Grade Job Class Workers Comp Code EEO Category Code Tier Status EX-13 Supervisory 8831 2/Professional 1

NATURE OF JOB:

This is responsible professional work supervising and providing medical care and treatment to sheltered animals in the Veterinary Services unit of the Animal Control Division. This position is responsible for providing veterinary services including administering injections and medication, post-operative observations, administrating medical treatments and monitoring the health and care of impounded animals in a shelter facility, medical testing and test results interpretation, inventory control and security of drugs, laboratory work, to include a broad variety of clinical and laboratory activities and related clerical duties. Supervision is exercised over clinic staff assisting in routine details. Work is performed under the direction of the Animal Services Manager and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observations of results obtained.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Supervises and coordinates the activities of staff including determining work procedures and schedules, issuing instructions and assigning duties, reviewing work, recommending personnel actions, conducting performance reviews, and conducting departmental training and orientation. Directs sanitation and feeding protocols, determines whether animals are treated or euthanized as a last resort. Provides medical and surgical care, treatment and sterilizations to sheltered animals. Exercises medical judgment and skills in the independent performance of duties for the care and treatment of animals within the shelter. Applies knowledge of veterinary medical practices, administering medication, vaccines, anesthesia, and oral, intra-muscular, subcutaneous and intravenous injections; safe and humane handling and restraining of all types of animals under varying and stressful conditions. Assists with, or euthanizes, sick and injured or unwanted animals of a variety of sizes and breeds, in accordance with regulations and standard veterinary procedures. Records, controls and maintains security of federally-restricted drugs and barbiturates in accordance with pertinent laws, rules and regulations including bio hazardous waste disposal related to the treatment of animals. Works with veterinary technician to establish routine health protocols, daily observations of shelter populations for injuries and illness and reporting of incidents to the Animal Services Director. Establishes and maintains courteous and effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public. Provides qualified testimony and documentation in court concerning cases of neglect and cruelty, as enforced by Animal Services Officers in accordance with County ordinance and State Statutes. Counsels citizens who adopt pets on post-operative care. Trains staff on prevention of canine and feline diseases. Performs animal care and cleaning of the County's Animal Shelter, if needed. Remains abreast of the latest procedures and developments regarding the handling, care, and disposal of animals. Performs decapitation of animals that are submitted for rabies testing. Maintains medical inventory and offers qualified expertise on the appropriate selection of medical supplies. Reviews and makes recommendations to the Manager concerning animal care and regulations program policies, procedures, and activities; prepares periodic evaluative reports on veterinary services. Responds to verbal and written inquiries from the public regarding Animal Shelter services. Develops educational literature for Bay County citizens on animal care, feeding, housing and training. Provides technical advice and assistance to citizens pertaining to animals adopted from Bay County Animal Services with a valid veterinarian•client•patient relationship (VCPR). The employer may add to or change duties at any time and as determined by the County and its leaders to best ensure that the public is served through the work of the Department. Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine from an accredited college or universirty: AND Three (3) years of experience in animal services, animal shelter operations, or related field; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Applicants within six (6) months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment with a driving record acceptable to the County Driving Policy and insurance program. Must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Florida. Possess or obtain a DEA license as required. Possess a Florida State Certification in Euthanasia or obtain within six (6) months of hire. Possess a Florida Animal Control Officer Certification or obtain within six (6) months of hire. Possess a Certification in the operation of the pathological incinerator or obtain within six (6) months of hire.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn County ordinances, law enforcement, and health regulations pertaining to animals and related legal procedures. Knowledge of practices, policies and procedures pertaining to the operation of an Animal Services Facility or small animal shelter/kennel environment. Skills to effectively use all animal capture equipment issued, including but not limited to: Ketch-All pole, Snappy Snare, and live animal traps. . Knowledge project management and organizational skills. Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook is essential. Ability to use special types of equipment. Ability to comprehend, speak and read the English language. Ability to work and maintain reliable full-time attendance.

Ability to maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public.bility to capture and control vicious and dangerous animals. Ability to handle and restrain large and small animals. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees. Ability to prepare related budget and statistical reports. Ability to deal effectively with the public especially during emotional and stressful situations. Ability to handle diseased animals in a safe manner; Ability to identify common animal diseases or disorders; Ability to assess the temperament of animals; Ability to clean and sanitize kennels; Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions. Ability to safely and humanely pick up and handle animals, alive and deceased, up to and over 100 lbs, with assistance when needed. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is primarily performed indoors but requires moderate exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, fumes or airborne particles; dangerous animals, toxic and caustic chemicals, heights and/or dust. May occasionally be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions. This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.). This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations or clearances. This position requires stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, visual acuity (i.e. seeing up close, seeing far away, depth perception), kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, climbing, finger movement, repetitive motions. This position requires dealing with animals, alive or dead, capturing, restraining, handling, lifting up to 100 lbs. and carrying up to 100lbs.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Evening and weekend work may be required. May be subject to emergency management situations that may require working afterhours, weekends and holidays.

WORK LOCATION

Not Eligible for Remote Work•This position is assigned to a county worksite. Due to the non-portable nature of the essential functions of this position, this position is not eligible for telework.

Employer:

BOCC Bay County Board of County Commissioners Address:

Human Resources Department 840 W. 11th Street Panama City, Florida, 32401

Phone:

850-248-8201 Website Bay County is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and does not discriminate basedon race, color, religion, sex (includinggender identity and pregnancy), nationalorigin, age, disability, genetic information,sexual orientation, or parental status. Salary/Hourly wages are determined by verifiable experience.