PRC Veterinarian

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Director of Animal Welfare Services, performs veterinary, and supervisory work in directing PRC medical operations while planning, organizing, and implementing PRC medical wellness programs.  Performs a variety of professional veterinary duties including the diagnosis of medical conditions, medical treatment, and surgery when necessary for the animals in the care of the Spartanburg County PRC.  Recommends and evaluates treatment plans including testing for diseases and appropriate vaccinations.  Ensures the medical services section operates in conformity with the South Carolina Code of Laws governing Animal Welfare. Performs related administrative and professional work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Shelter Medicine, Spay/Neuter Surgeries.
• Responsible for medical examinations, care, monitoring, and health of domestic animals in the care of the Spartanburg County PRC, including foster animals.
• Provides input on wildlife/exotic cases, if
• Performs spay/neuter and other surgeries, dentals, etc. and manages assistants, techs, etc. in this
• Performs wellness services through organized wellness
• Develops and manages preventative shelter medicine
• Updates training, diagnostic and treatment protocols pertaining to animal health.
• Records information pertaining to animal seen on the animal/patients record in a timely and accurate
• Maintains medical records (paper and electronic) for PRC animals.
• Works collaboratively with PRC staff on animal medical