Pet Health Specialist

2 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States Quality Talent Group Full time
About the Job

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Veterinarian to join our Kitten Nursery team at the ASPCA. As a Veterinarian, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality patient and population care to kittens and cats in our care.

Responsibilities
  • Provide High Quality Patient and Population Care (60%):
    • Provide high-quality, practical, compassionate, and cost-efficient veterinary care to kittens and cats in accordance with ASPCA guidelines, and shelter medicine principles and best practices
    • Provide skilled and efficient diagnosis and treatment of patients with timely recognition of, and planning for, conditions requiring care through the ASPCA Animal Hospital (AAH)
    • Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques
    • Maintain regular and close communication with veterinary colleagues in other ASPCA programs to coordinate care for patients, to meet medical needs and to determine animal flow between populations
    • Ensure that in-house and foster animals receive medical exams upon admission and are provided with on-going care as appropriate; ensure veterinary care provided is aligned with, and contributes to, the efficient and humane flow of animals from intake through outcome
    • Document physical exam findings and a plan in appropriate medical records. Ensure timely scheduling and delivery of medical care by effectively coordinating with key stakeholders among medical staff, logistics team and leadership
    • Oversee all other aspects of the delivery of veterinary care including pre and postoperative care, foster appointments, emergency care, restraint, and treatment
    • Collaborate with the Midwest Office Call Center to provide input on and support for overnight emergency processes; rotate on-call coverage with other veterinary staff and the Veterinary Staff and Program Manager
    • Play a leading role in daily rounds; ensure individual patients and the population are assessed daily and treatment/intervention recommendations are implemented in a timely fashion
    • Ensure appropriate use of quarantine and isolation spaces to manage herd health effectively; ensure appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • Guide appropriate and timely decisions about euthanasia with attention to animals physical, medical, social and behavioral needs collectively. Assist with and/or perform humane euthanasia
    • Adhere to all protocols put forth by Occupational Safety and Health Administration
    • Follow and enforce all written and verbally communicated Kitten Nursery Standard Operating Procedures
    • Offer input and feedback on medical protocols and standards of care
    • Follow all departmental personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning protocols
    • Work to support other NYC ASPCA departments (including, but not limited to the Animal Recovery Center, Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment, Community Medicine, and Community Engagement) as assigned during the Kitten Nursery off-season
    • Obtain continuing education as required by ASPCA and state licensing board and keep current
    • Provide medical information and representation to other ASPCA departments and to the public
    • Deploy with Community Engagement, Community Medicine, Field Investigations & Response or Relocation up to twice per year
    • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
  • Teach and Coach Quality Patient Care (40%):
    • With the Veterinary Staff and Program Manager, contribute to a culture of learning at the Kitten Nursery, including ensuring a respectful and welcoming environment, active participation in goal setting and monitoring, clear expectations, and regular practice of feedback and after-actions
    • Model a standard of continual commitment to improvement in all aspects of Kitten Nursery care and the humane and low stress handling of cats and kittens
    • Stay current with shelter medicine principles and best practices, including departmental protocols and processes
    • Teach and mentor animal care staff on shelter medicine principles and Kitten Nursery shelter medicine protocols
    • Direct patient care provided by medical team members
    • Ensure the medical team provides timely foster support via email, phone, and in-person; step in as needed, particularly to handle situations that require a higher level of decision-making
    • Inform and advise relevant internal stakeholders of medical conditions of shelter animals, including outbreaks of infectious disease
    • Attend all staff meetings and training sessions
    • Mentor and train externs and interns
Qualifications
  • 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
Education and Work Experience
  • 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
Compensation and Benefits

The target hiring range for this role is $88,800 - $93,600, based on the 3-day/24 hour weekly schedule. In addition to a competitive salary, this role offers a signing bonus. For more information on our benefits offerings, click here.

Language

English (Required), Spanish

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