Veterinary Care Specialist

7 days ago


Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States Broward County Florida Full time
About the Role

Broward County Florida is seeking a highly skilled Veterinary Care Specialist to join our Animal Care Division. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality medical and surgical care for animals in our shelter.

Key Responsibilities
  • Examine animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries
  • Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery
  • Direct the separation of diseased animals for treatment or other disposition
  • Issue certificates of health for animals adopted
  • Perform and interpret laboratory tests for parasitic conditions and diseases
  • Review and make recommendations to the Department head concerning Animal Care and Adoption program policies, procedures, and activities
  • Prepare periodic evaluative reports on veterinary services
Requirements
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
  • Two (2) years practicing medical care of animals or closely related experience
  • Florida Veterinarian License in good standing at time of start and for duration of assignment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Fluent in Spanish and/or Creole
  • Maddie's Shelter Medicine Certification
  • Fear Free Shelter Certification
  • USDA Category I Accreditation
  • Animal Cruelty Investigation Certificate
Work Environment

This role involves routine and frequent exposure to animals and disease/pathogens. The successful candidate will be required to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.



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