Under general supervision, the Veterinarian - Animal Care and Control provides high quality medical care for all animals housed in the shelter. The incumbent will assess, diagnose and treat patients; make a recommendation regarding the adoptability of an animal; and monitor the herd health of the population. The Veterinarian - Animal Care and Control has the additional responsibility to assist the shelter medical staff, as needed.

Conduct daily rounds and examine, diagnose and prescribe treatment for shelter animals in accordance to protocols.
Perform emergency triage and stabilization of ill and injured animals.
Administer vaccines and perform other routine services, including client education, connected with preventative health maintenance.
Perform routine sterilizations and surgeries including adult and pediatric sterilizations and other routine soft tissue surgery.
Order diagnostic tests as needed, interpret results and recommend treatment plans.
Monitor shelter population for signs of contagious disease and develop plans for outbreak response and implement protocol with staff, if needed.
Assist medical staff and direct shift and work area assignment in order to maximize coverage.
Provide oversight and training for shelter staff on proper euthanasia techniques, disease prevention, cross-contamination, and intestinal parasites.
Evaluate the health and provide input on the temperament of an animal for future adoption.
Examine document and treat neglect and cruelty cases, and testify in court, as needed.
Perform humane euthanasia.
Administer medication both oral and injections, including IV, IM, SQ.
Administer controlled substances and keep accurate logs.
Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
Communicate instructions clearly to the shelter staff and other veterinarians.
Maintain a positive work ethic and rapport with staff and clients.
Oversee and coordinate the purchase of all medication, clinic supplies, and equipment.
Humanely treat and care for all animals entrusted to Detroit Animal Care and Control.
Serve on committees, attend continuing education courses, and attend staff meetings.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and American Veterinary Medical Association standards and guidelines.
Prepare briefings, memos, analytical and statistical reports and develop policy and procedures.
Present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Assume responsibility for own professional growth and development by pursuing education, participating in professional committees and work groups and contributing to a work environment where continual improvements in practice are pursued.
Serve as needed/assigned by supervisor in Health Department veterinary and public health activities, including emergency response efforts.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required.
One (1) year of experience practicing shelter veterinary medicine.
One (1) year of supervisory experience.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirement of this position.

Licensing and Certifications:

Must be presently authorized to work in the United States as a full time employee.
Valid State of Michigan Driver License required.
Certification in Incident Command Structure Crisis Management within six (6) months of hire.
Completion of Emergency Preparedness training FEMA ISC 100, 200, 700 and 800 and others as required by DHD within three months of hire.
Must possess and maintain a DVM license from the State of Michigan.
Must possess a controlled substance license from the State of Michigan or willing to obtain and maintain a controlled substance licensure from the State of Michigan within six months of hire.
Must possess a DEA license from the US Department of Justice or willing to obtain and maintain a DEA license from the US Department of Justice within six months of hire.
Must hold accreditation from the US Department of Agriculture or willing to obtain and maintain accreditation from the US Department of Agriculture within six months of hire.
To ensure standards for privacy, certification in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Animal shelter facility design and operation
Animal husbandry including housing, nutrition, sanitation and disinfection
Preventive medicine, including vaccination
Infectious disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation
Quality management and process improvement principles

Skill In:

Diagnostic procedures and treatments
Use of a handheld, desktop, or laptop computer, specialized workplace software, and other medical equipment
Verbal, written, and interpersonal communication

Ability To:

Manage effectively as a team leader
Work independently with minimal supervision
Handle stress and remain calm in emergency situations
Handle both fractious and calm animals
Consistently adhere to prescribed protocols
Serve as an animal advocate at all times
Carry out changes in policies and procedures whether in agreement or not
Interpret animal behavior and stress level
Read, analyze and interpret common scientific journal
Interpret and analyze financial and statistical data
Make effective and timely decisions when lines of authority are unclear
Bring focus and perspective to group and team projects
Respond to workplace dynamics in a timely, visionary and pro-active manner
Work effectively in teams of diverse people and organizations
Synthesize research material and present concise, clear, written analysis for a broad audience
Work under strict deadlines
Perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Use an equity lens in program planning and policy development
Adapt to change quickly with a positive outlook
Acquire additional training and knowledge of contemporary principles and best practices of veterinary care
Work on-call some evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Candidates considered for placement in this classification will be subject to a FBI Criminal Background Investigation which includes a fingerprint clearance based on the requirements of the position.

Supplemental Information:

LRD: 10/11/2023

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