Full-Time Shelter Veterinarian ($122,546K-$161,148K) - PSLF Eligible *$9,500 Signing Bonus*

Knowledge of symptoms of animal diseases; medications associated with veterinary care and their proper use and dosage; State and Federal laws regulations, accepted standards, and SAWA policies and procedures regarding clinic operations, the practice of veterinary medicine, drug control, and animal care and handling; proper methods of safely handling and restraining a wide variety of animals; various breeds and species of animals; animal nutritional needs; proper usage of veterinary and surgical equipment; animal behavior and anatomy; animal physical examinations.

Ability to detect symptoms of injury, illness, or abnormality in animals; perform medical and surgical procedures, including spay and neuter procedures for cats, dogs, and rabbits; write reports and maintain efficient records; work well and communicate effectively with fellow employees, outside agencies, volunteers, and the public; originate and execute projects with little or no supervision; effectively express ideas orally and inwriting; appropriately interpret instructions in written, oral, graphic, or schedule form; work with and restrain animals of all sizes.

Education/Training: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctor of Veterinary degree and one year of professional veterinary medical experience.

Special Conditions & Requirements:  The physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds; stoop, bend, carry, and run.

License & Certificates: A valid License to practice Veterinary medicine in the State of California at the time of application and a valid Drug Enforcement Agency Registration Number, which authorizes the holder to purchase schedule 2, 2N, 3, 3N, and 4 narcotics and drugs within six months of appointment.

Supplemental Information

A valid California Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent may be required at time of appointment.