What we need.

The Livingston County Animal Shelter is looking for a part-time Veterinarian to round out its incredible team.

What we can offer you.

A fantastic workplace with friendly, kind co-workers dedicated to the highest standards for all of the animals entrusted to their care. Leadership that is invested in your success and well-being, both at work and out of work. A starting wage of $70.56 per hour, with eligibility for annual step increases. An awesome part-time benefits package with an optional Voluntary 457 Defined Compensation Plan, access to our expansive EAP with the traditional resources plus discounts on family-centered activities like theme parks, hotels, theaters and restaurants, and up to $400.00 in health and wellness incentives annually.

As a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace 2022 and 2023 (and striving for 2024!), we can also offer you a top-notch workplace. We endeavor to listen to employee feedback to make Liv.Co a better place to work and live. We have an active Employee Recognition program and have just debuted a new "High-Five" program designed to let employees recognize each other instantly for good works. We want you to succeed and be happy when you come to work at Livingston County.

What you will do for us.

The successful candidate is a licensed DVM with at least two years of experience as a veterinarian, and the ability to qualify for and obtain a Schedule IV DEA license and Michigan Pharmacy license. The Shelter Vet will oversee and manage all veterinary and medical care related to shelter animals. This includes planning and implementing a comprehensive health care program with environmental sanitation, disease surveillance, physical examinations, vaccinations, parasite control, disease testing and treatment, surgery, nutrition, outbreak response, and environmental enrichment for shelter animals.

The Shelter Vet will provide triage and emergency medical care, including being on call as needed. The Vet monitors the health of shelter animals, diagnosing and treating injuries and medical conditions with pain control, supportive and life saving surgeries, and other treatments. Performs high volume spay and neuter surgeries for shelter animals and the public. Advises the Animal Control Director and Officers on abuse, cruelty, and neglect cases. Writes reports and may appear in court.

The next step.

Head on over to the "Apply Now" box, fill in your contact information and click the green "Apply for this position" box. That will take you to the application form. If you have any difficulties with the form, please reach out to humanresources@livgov.com.

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