Spay Neuter Veterinarian

Description

The Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) is excited to share a fantastic job opportunity for a high-volume spay/neuter veterinarian at our S.N.I.P. Clinic in Louisville, KY.

At KHS, we are passionate about improving the lives of animals and the people who love them. As Kentucky’s largest pet adoption agency and the state’s oldest animal welfare organization, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. Learn more about the Kentucky Humane Society at kyhumane.org.

Position: High-Volume Spay/Neuter Veterinarian
• Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM
• Objective: Spay/Neuter 30-40 animals per veterinarian per day
• Experience: While experience in high-volume spay/neuter is preferred, we provide training for those new to this setting.

About the S.N.I.P. Clinic:
• Focus: High-volume, low-cost spay/neuter clinic for the owned cats and dogs in the community
• Impact: Since our inception in 2007, the S.N.I.P. Clinic has altered over 160,000 animals, making a significant difference in our community.
• Location: 4918 Preston Highway, Louisville, KY

Benefits of Joining Our Team:
• Health insurance and 401k
• Paid time off
• Coverage for licensing renewals and continuing education
• Reimbursement for dues for professional associations/groups
• Minimal client contact, allowing you to focus on what you love: caring for animals
• Support from a dedicated team, including 1 other full-time veterinarian, 10 veterinary technicians, and 2 office personnel to assist with scheduling and client interactions

Why Louisville, KY:
• Affordability: Enjoy a lower cost of living, with housing costs about 20% lower than the national average.
• Community: Experience a vibrant city with a strong sense of community and a rich cultural scene, including festivals, dining, and outdoor activities.
• Quality of Life: Benefit from a balanced lifestyle with access to parks, recreational activities, and a friendly atmosphere.

Summary of Purpose: Responsible for high level medical care and sterilization provided to clinic patients in accordance with established policy and procedures.

Duties (Essential Functions):
Examine animals pre-op to determine their ability to withstand surgery
Adhere to established protocols for sedation and sterilization, providing high quality care
Examine animals post-op the ensure appropriate recovery
Ability to perform high volume sterilization surgeries
Remain in building until all animals have left recovery area and returned to their cages
Continue research and maintenance of safe and efficacious medical protocol regarding anesthesia and surgery
Supervise handling of controlled substances by medical care team
Supervise post-op rechecks and order of medical treatments as necessary to ensure complete surgical recovery
Ensure veterinarian support staff are complying with established protocols
Supervise medical care team, creating a positive and supportive environment
Maintain clean, neat and orderly work area at all times
Comply with and enforce clinic procedures and employee manuals
Participate in continuing education programs for medical staff
Participate in special events and perform other duties as needed
Assist other KHS programs as needed to provide high level veterinarian care
Be respectful of coworkers and treat both subordinate and superior staff in a professional manner
Consistently obtain continuing education as it relates to high volume spay/neuter protocols and procedures
Actively support spay and neuter, and educate clients on responsible pet ownership
Actively support associate staff and volunteers, and promote the development of skills related to the advancement of our goals and mission
Be available for emergencies if needed
Other duties as assigned by VP of Animal Welfare

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:
Appropriate accreditation and certifications
License to practice veterinary medicine in Kentucky
Ability to complete a minimum of 40 high quality spay neuter surgeries per day after sufficient training
Ability to lift and use full range of motion to include standing, stooping, bending
Ability to work independently with little direct supervision
Ability to lead others in a positive work environment
Excellent conflict resolution, organizational and analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with clients, staff and volunteers
Ability to envision long range goals and apply them to daily operations
Accept, support and represent KHS core values, programs, policies and procedures
Background check required

Physical Demands/Working Environment
Individual will have extended periods of standing, talking and hearing. May need to bend, stoop and stretch for purposes of lifting animals.
Includes working in an indoor surgical environment handling animals.