The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is looking for a Staff Veterinarian for the Marion County, Tennessee, area. This position will be posted from 10/15/24 - 11/05/24. Under general supervision, Staff Veterinarians are responsible for professional veterinary work of considerable difficulty and administrative work of average difficulty and perform related work as required.
The employee in this class is responsible for assisting in the operations of the Animal Industries Division. This class differs from that of Veterinarian Diagnostician 2 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for laboratory work to isolate and identify the causative agents of diseases and performs epidemic investigations and necropsy examinations. This class differs from that of Veterinarian State in that the incumbent of the latter directs the veterinarian program for the state.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience: Possession of a doctorate in veterinary medicine from an approved school of veterinary medicine and experience equivalent to one year of full-time increasingly responsible professional experience as a Veterinarian.
Other Requirements:
Necessary Special Qualifications: None. Examination Method: Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.
Work Activities:
Performing General Physical Activities: Performs bio-security functions, such as cleaning and disinfection of person, clothing, vehicle, and equipment. Efficiently and humanely restrains animals by using physical or mechanical means in order to collect diagnostic samples, inspect for diseases and proper identification. Works under adverse conditions, such as close quarters, inclement weather, and use of protective clothing and gear. Performs various physical activities in the course of handling animals, such as running, bending, reaching, and lifting. Stands for long periods while inspecting, sorting, and sampling. Walks over rough terrain to inspect facilities and animals.
Handling and Moving Objects: Works with hazardous objects and materials such as scalpels, needles, and chemicals. Performs sample collections using fine motor skills. Collects, preserves, and submits evidence or samples for case development.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work: Incorporates last-minute tasks into the workload to ensure timely completion. Maintains assigned area with inspectional frequency as mandated. Organizes weekly workload based on inspections and risk factors.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems: Instructs and consults with those under supervision to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. Investigates potential risks and determines necessary action.
Documenting/Recording Information: Obtains affidavits or signed statements for documentation of investigations. Completes forms to document findings or activities. Enters time and labor information electronically.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge: Completes technical training on disease investigation and maintains knowledge of pertinent laws and regulations.
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization: Collaborates with other regulatory agencies during investigations. Provides public outreach related to animal health and welfare.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material: Inspects animals for signs of diseases and compliance. Inspects records of animal breeders and dealers.
Scheduling Work and Activities: Participates in state animal emergency response team as required. Schedules activities in accordance with agency recommendations.
Training and Teaching Others: Develops and conducts educational training programs as required. Assigns, trains, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff.
Performing Administrative Activities: Supervises and participates in the preparation and maintenance of records and reports related to assigned programs.
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