Job description
Under general supervision, to plan, coordinate and provide routine and emergency medical treatment services and to manage the overall health of animals housed at the our shelter.
Typical tasks
- Directs, coordinates and performs the screening, diagnosis and emergency medical treatment for animals in the shelter;
- Performs or directs the visual monitoring of impounded animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined for signs and symptoms of illness or unusual behaviour;
- Performs surgical procedures, including spaying and neutering;
- Preparing the medical records of the inpatient and permanent shelter animals; vaccinating (9 in 1 and Anti-Rabies) and deworming on the due dates;
- Repeat CBC and LFT & RFT for the inpatient animals and shelter permanent animals once in a month;
- Maintains animal medical records to track their care and health conditions in the respective files;
- Updating the treatment records of the patients with treatment, supplements, care, comfort & any special diet or any special care is required;
- Establishes and implements written medical treatment protocols;
- Effectively communicates the condition and status of animals with staff and the general public;
- Advises staff on matters within the veterinary field;
- Place medicine purchase orders;
- Monitors, maintains and provides quality control of drugs used at the shelter and in the field;
- Train appropriate staff in administering first aide, vaccinations and perform other paramedical duties;
- Coordinates with the animal shelter Manager regarding euthanasia of animals that are irremediably suffering from series illness or severe injury;
- Advises on procedures to maintain a comprehensive disease prevention program for the animal shelter;
- Releasing pets post recovery based on physical condition and ability to survive on the streets without human interference;
- Informing the owners of the pet(s) where the pet has deceased or euthanized and explaining the cause of death;
- Maintain any medical machineries, equipment and devices on routine basis according to the standards;
- Feeding supplements to the inpatient pets based on medical condition and writing the same in the treatment record, (Morning and evening);
- Writing the temperatures of the inpatient, including those under critical condition in the respective treatment record, (Morning and evening);
- Updating the pet parents on the condition of the pet as an when requested by pet parent;
- Updating relevant pet medical records such as released, euthanized, death etc. in RMS (Rescue Management System);
- Physical check-up of the shelter animals for any ticks and fleas, wounds or any other clinical sign of unwell- once in a week, every Mondays;
- Coordinate with the medical staff or subordinates related to medical tasks completion on daily basis;
- Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge of:
- State and municipal animal health laws, regulations and ordinances governing the impounding, care, and treatment of animals;
- Principles and practices of veterinary medicine;
- Treatment, prevention and control of the common diseases of animals;
- Fundamental principles and methods of clinical diagnosis;
- Physical and behavioural characteristics of domestic animals;
- Common computer applications including word processing and spreadsheets;
- Standard office practices, procedures, and office machines;
- Safety regulations and safe work practices;
- Mathematical computations such as calculating proportions, percentages, volume, ratios, fractions;
- Accurate record keeping
Ability to:
- Examine, evaluate and treat shelter animals in a professional and efficient manner;
- Perform high quality animal surgeries in a fast-paced environment;
- Administer tests for diseases in animals and interpret results;
- Handle animals (including aggressive and/or feral animals) safely, properly, and humanely;
- Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for medical staff;
- Operate relevant medical equipment;
- Make sound medical decisions that include prescribing medications and euthanasia of animals that are irremediably suffering from serious illness or severe injury;
- Train staff on basic paramedical duties and to rapidly identify animals requiring isolation or veterinary care;
- Develop and establish medical standards/procedures for the maintenance of healthy/safe/sanitary facilities;
- Explain rules and regulations governing care and treatment of animals to staff, volunteers and the general public;
- Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in animal shelter medicine;
- Write reports, business correspondence, and assist in developing policies and procedures;
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Communicate effectively, orally and in writing;
- Maintain accurate physical and electronic records.
Employment Standards:
Possession of a Doctor of Veterinary Surgery Degree from an accredited college or university,
AND
Three (3) years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of animals in a clinical setting, private practice or animal shelter environment that includes performing surgery.
- Experience as a Veterinarian in an animal shelter strongly preferred.
Who Can Apply?
- Strong communication in English and Hindi (Verbal & Written) and interpersonal skills
- Quick Learner in all organization processes
- Good presentation skills
- Kind and passionate approach
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
- Excellent organizational skills
- Time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
If the above assignment and work practice are exciting you, then apply. We will invite video call meeting for shortlisted candidates.
Please note: Due to high volume of applications, we may not reply to all submissions. Only qualified candidates will receive email response and call.
More Information
- Address: JP Nagar 8th phase, Bangalore
- Salary: Up to Rs.80,000
- Experience Level: 3+ Years
- Designation: Veterinary Surgeon
- Gender: Female
- Qualification: MVSc
- Specialization: Veterinary Surgery & Radiology
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