Veterinarian - Montgomery County Animal Services

Job Details

Full-time$121,226 a year

Benefits

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Customer service
Veterinary experience
Time management
Doctoral degree
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Full Job Description

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Must be able to work with any and all breeds
DVM from accredited School of Veterinary Medicine.
A valid license to practice veterinary medicine issued by the Texas Veterinary Medical Board.
Experience in shelter medicine preferred.
Working knowledge of current veterinary standards and practices.
Understanding of animal behavior and use of positive reinforcement techniques to interact with animals.
Chameleon database knowledge is desired.
Effective time management and communication.
Ability to handle a fast-paced, stressful shelter environment with tact and diplomacy.
Strong surgical skills
Customer service experience with strong interpersonal skills.
Physically able to lift/carry up to 100 pounds
Knowledge of contagious diseases and isolation protocol
Must be self-motivated and willing to work as directed
MUST be a Team player, able to work in a fast-pace environment and multi-task
Compassion for animals, comfortable working in the shelter environment and willing to accommodate animals in the work place
Works with a positive attitude focusing on MCAS mission & goals.
Performs various surgical procedures and treatment.
Ability to complete at least 25-30 spay/neuter surgeries each day in a timely manner.
Maintains accurate records on animals, pharmaceuticals, equipment and supplies.
Examines animals in clinic during clinic hours; provides consultations and provides appropriate medications & care.
Ability to comfortably perform in public facing environment.
A team player that is flexible and willing to do what is needed to accomplish the mission & goals.
Examines animals in Shelter and diagnoses illness, injuries, health conditions and behavior issues.
Provide guidance and instructions to medical & shelter staff.
Have the ability, knowledge and desire to perform other surgeries including but not limited to amputations, mass removal, soft tissue damage and eye surgeries.
Immediately responds to the needs of animals in MCAS care that are injured or seriously ill. Euthanize animal in accordance with state laws and MCAS policy.
Active in animal cruelty and neglect investigations by performing detailed medical evaluations, treatment, necropsies and expert testimony in court.
Maintain appropriate licensing and continuing education course requirements.
Contribute to the organization protocols, policies and procedures.
Any other duties as assigned

After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicant must pass a drug screen (1/2 cost = $20.00, responsibility of applicant) and may need a physical agility test (1/2 cost = $22.50, responsibility of applicant) before becoming an employee of Montgomery County.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $121,226.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
On call
Overtime
Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

Conroe, TX 77303: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

Doctorate (Required)

License/Certification:

Texas Veterinarian License (Preferred)

Work Location:

One location

Work Remotely:

Work Location: One location