Veterinarian - Part Time

Examples of Duties Under general supervision, practices professional veterinary medicine, providing direct care, diagnosis, treatment and surgical procedures in a public animal shelter. Provides direct supervision and oversees the services provided of the spay/neuter facility Performs veterinary examinations Administers treatments and vaccines Prescribes medication Performs surgical procedures, including spay and neuter Administers pre and post surgery treatment Euthanizes animals pursuant to law and policy Participates in community outreach programs such as rabies and microchip clinics Documents conditions and treatment pursuant to law and policy

EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIES

Participates in community education programs. Responds to veterinary emergencies at the shelter at the direction of the Baltimore County Health Officer. May represent the County and provide expert witness testimony for Animal Hearing Board and court cases involving cruelty, administrative removal of animals from owners, and other legal issues related to animals. Prepares and reviews policies and procedures regarding infection control, veterinary care and follow-up, vaccinations and other issues related to veterinary care. Qualifications Required Qualifications Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine or Veterinary Medical Doctorate degree from an accredited school of veterinary medicine. Licenses or Certificates Possession of current Veterinarian License to Practice in the State of Maryland, or be willing for Maryland certification. Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license may be required for some positions at the time of application. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level) Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures, and methods of veterinary medicine. Comprehensive knowledge of the diagnosis and treatment of veterinary diseases, illnesses, and injuries. Comprehensive knowledge of the tools, instruments, and equipment used in the practice of veterinary medicine. Comprehensive knowledge of current veterinary health programs, methods, and trends. Skill in the practice of veterinary medicine. Skill in the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of animals. Skill in the drafting of reports, records, and correspondence. Ability to learn and follow County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community members, staff, and other veterinary health care providers. Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of others. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance) Knowledge of the principles and practices of public animal sheltering and health. Knowledge of County and departmental policies and procedures. Knowledge of programs and services offered by the County and other local health care providers. Skill in supervising and coordinating the work of others. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.

WES.org)

Pay:

$73.19 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 - 20.0 per week

Work Location:

In person