Veterinarian

Job Description Summary

Aviagen is seeking to fill a new veterinary position to support its poultry breeding program. This position will be based in Elkmont, AL and support Aviagen’s poultry health, biosecurity, and welfare programs. This position will report directly to the Complex Manager.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• DVM degree with the ability to be licensed in multiple states (TN, AL, and others)
• USDA National Veterinary Accreditation, Category II in each state
• Master degree specializing in avian medicine and/or education in Poultry Science is desirable, but not required
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good technical writing skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver license and ability to travel domestically (mainly by vehicle)
  
  

Responsibilities

The veterinarian’s responsibilities will vary according to the needs of the department. Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Working closely with complex veterinarians in all GP programs to highlight and analyze any health or biosecurity weaknesses across programs.
• Oversee health visits for flocks including sick flock visits, process, audits, and more.
• Working closely with production teams to ensure optimal flock health, welfare and biosecurity practices.
• Organizing and executing trials to improve biosecurity, health, and welfare.
• Participating in audits and contributing to preventative medicine programs.
• Collaborating with multiple teams to improve chick quality.
• Becoming familiar with the veterinary laboratory diagnostic tests, interpreting results, and liaising with the laboratory management and quality teams.
• Conducting inspections for PS hatcheries.
• Collaborating with multiple teams to continue to improve animal welfare.
• Conducting clinical and necropsy examinations as needed.
• Seeking training opportunities to enhance professional skills and identify personal responsibilities that align with company and departmental goals.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.