Veterinarian - Kitten Nursery

1 week ago


New York, New York, United States US_Prog_Jov_Direct_CPA Full time
Job Title: Veterinarian - Kitten Nursery

Are you a compassionate and skilled veterinarian looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Do you have a passion for helping at-risk cats and kittens? We are seeking a Veterinarian to join our Kitten Nursery team at the ASPCA.

Job Summary:

The Veterinarian - Kitten Nursery will provide high-quality veterinary care to kittens and cats in our care, while also teaching and coaching animal care staff on shelter medicine principles and best practices. This is a part-time (3 days/weekly) role that requires a strong clinical background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to animal welfare.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide high-quality patient and population care, including diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions, and ensuring the humane and low-stress handling of cats and kittens.
  • Teach and coach animal care staff on shelter medicine principles and best practices, including low-stress animal handling and restraint skills.
  • Collaborate with the veterinary team to ensure timely and effective medical care, including pre and postoperative care, foster appointments, emergency care, restraint, and treatment.
  • Document physical exam findings and a plan in appropriate medical records, and ensure timely scheduling and delivery of medical care.
  • Oversee all aspects of the delivery of veterinary care, including quarantine and isolation spaces, personal protective equipment (PPE), and euthanasia decisions.
  • Guide appropriate and timely decisions about euthanasia, with attention to animals' physical, medical, social, and behavioral needs collectively.
  • Adhere to all protocols put forth by Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and follow and enforce all written and verbally communicated Kitten Nursery Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Offer input and feedback on medical protocols and standards of care, and follow all departmental personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning protocols.
  • Work to support other NYC ASPCA departments, including the Animal Recovery Center, Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment, Community Medicine, and Community Engagement, as assigned during the Kitten Nursery's off-season.
  • Obtain continuing education as required by ASPCA and state licensing board, and keep current with shelter medicine principles and best practices.
  • Provide medical information and representation to other ASPCA departments and to the public, and deploy with Community Engagement, Community Medicine, Field Investigations & Response or Relocation up to twice per year.
Qualifications:
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent degree) from an accredited veterinary college.
  • Eligibility for licensure in New York State (NYS) as a veterinarian required; current licensure in NYS strongly preferred.
  • Excellent veterinary medical knowledge, including familiarity with shelter medicine principles and best practices.
  • Strong clinical skills, including efficient diagnosis and treatment of cats and kittens for a variety of medical conditions.
  • Knowledge and familiarity with low-stress animal handling and restraint skills.
  • Sound clinical judgement, strong critical-thinking and multi-tasking skills; able to quickly adjust focus and shift priorities based on patient and program needs.
  • Ability to work efficiently and calmly in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and effectively multi-task with a high degree of integrity and accountability and without loss of attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively and respectfully with all levels of staff.
  • Ability to teach and coach others.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills, including Excel, Microsoft Office, and email; familiarity with PetPoint or other shelter software systems a plus.
  • Able to lift 40 pounds.
  • Able to work standing for 10 or more hours.
Exemplifies the ASPCA's Core Values:
  • Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals.
  • Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes.
  • Believes in Team - that we are stronger together.
  • Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible.
  • Focuses on Impact, specifically making change for animals.


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