VETERINARIAN-PTB, Job# 1170-1
Job Title: VETERINARIAN - Part-time Benefited Job #1170-1
Application Dates: Open Until Filled
Salary Range/Pay Rate: $41.95 - $54.53 per hour (Commensurate with experience) Excellent Benefits Package
The County is currently accepting applications for the position of Veterinarian. This is a Part-time Benefited position. The Veterinarian performs spay and neuter surgeries and provides veterinary care for shelter animals; including but not limited to, performing preoperative examinations and determines suitability for anesthesia and surgery; administering anesthesia and pain management and oversees patient monitoring during surgery and recovery; providing postoperative care and treats surgical complications as needed; performing other routine surgical procedures as needed and within professional qualifications; assisting with or conducts daily rounds to assess the health of shelter animals as needed or in the absence of the full-time veterinarian; examining, vaccinating, and treating shelter animals as needed; ensuring proper sanitation, sterilization, and patient safety in the surgical area; performing and/or supervising humane euthanasia as required and appropriately authorized; maintaining complete medical, surgical, anesthesia, and required controlled substance records; coordinating surgical scheduling and follow-up care with the full-time veterinarian and designated shelter staff; and providing guidance to staff in surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and patient handling.
About Us Located in the heart of North Carolina’s Piedmont, Rowan County is attractively and conveniently nestled between the state’s largest city and its Capitol. Rowan County is made up of more than 20 departments and nearly 1,250 employees that are committed to providing a wealth of services to County residents and businesses.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements Requires considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of veterinary medicine; principles and techniques of animal pathology and of bacteriology; ability to conduct epidemiological surveys, prepare technical reports and make recommendations for programs on prevention; handle with tact, consistency, and sound judgement the diversity of public contacts demanded in consultative services; communicate effectively in oral and written form; and operate standard office equipment including a personal computer and applicable office productivity software. Requires a Doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an accredited college or university. Final transcript showing the date that your degree was awarded and/or any required certificate or licenses must be submitted with your application.
Application Apply online at www.rowancountync.gov/jobs. Individuals with disabilities may request application accommodations by calling HR at 704-216-8100. The County administers pre-employment drug tests and criminal background checks for all positions. Some positions may require a physical exam, credit check, and/or a driving history check depending upon the position. Rowan County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.