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Spay/Neuter Veterinarian
Gulf Coast Humane Society
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Spay/Neuter Veterinarian

Gulf Coast Humane Society

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Posted:
April 6, 2021
Location:
Fort Myers, Florida
Salary:
Competitive Salary
Type & Experience Level:
Full Time - Any experience level considered
Function:
Veterinarian
Species:
Canine, Feline
Categories:
Non-Profit Associations, Private Practice
Preferred Education:
DVM or equivalent

High Volume Spay/Neuter Veterinary Surgeon

 

Gulf Coast Humane Society Spay/Neuter Surgery Center is certified by the ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance and is currently hiring for an experienced high volume, high quality Spay/Neuter Veterinary Surgeon to join our amazing team. The spay/neuter veterinarian is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the staff and overseeing all medical care and surgeries for the animals receiving services. This position requires surgical proficiency and will be responsible for guaranteeing the safe sterilization of publically owned animals from the community as well as local rescue organizations. A successful candidate will have experience in performing high-volume; high quality spays/neuters following the ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance surgical protocols.

 

In this role you will:

  • Perform pre-surgical examinations on all surgical candidates
  • Perform at least 30-35 surgical sterilizations per day 
  • Examine public animals post-operatively to ensure appropriate healing
  • Communicate with clients to discuss potential post-operative complications
  • Prescribe appropriate medications for patients with post-operative complications
  • Inoculate animals and provide recommendations for follow up care
  • Supervise handling and recording of controlled substances by Veterinary Technicians
  • Access individual patient issues, and provide appropriate solutions
  • medical protocols
  • Strive to continually improve and keep current on surgery techniques
  • Ensure all clinic staff members are adhering to proper pre-, peri- and post-operative care of patients
  • Examine and treat any emergency that may arise in the shelter
  • Examine GCHS animals when shelter Doctor is not present. Including but not limited to
    • Intake exams before surgery or before MTA
    • rechecks of sick animals
    • checking files for proper treatment in accordance to shelter doctors protocols
    • Assisting with the needs of processing department
  • Required Surgical Techniques and skills as taught by the ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance including pedicle ties, Millers knots, and scrotal neuters

Requirements:

  • Doctorate in veterinary medicine
  • Must be a licensed Veterinarian in the state of Florida or be able to qualify
  • Must maintain all current and correct licensure and insurance

NOTES:

Additional Salary Information: As an employer of choice, we will offer you: •Competitive Salary •Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance •Paid Time Off
About Gulf Coast Humane Society
Gulf Coast Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, no-kill, animal welfare organization established as the first non-profit animal welfare organization in southwest Florida in 1947. Our shelter does not receive any federal, state, or county funding and no funding from the Humane Society of the United States or ASPCA. We rely solely on donations, grants, bequests and fundraising events to further our mission of caring for the neglected and abandoned pets of Southwest Florida. As a no-kill facility, the pets of the Gulf Coast Humane Society remain in our care until they find their forever home. Our mission is to provide humane care for surrendered animals by offering refuge, providing medical care, and facilitating an adoptive home. Each year we take in more than 2,000 animals in need of compassionate care.
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