Join Our Purr-fect Team as a Feline Spay/Neuter Surgeon! Are you a veterinarian with a passion for cats? Do you dream of making a difference in the lives of our furry friends? Look no further – we have the purr-fect opportunity for you! The Opportunity: Ohio Alleycat Resource & Spay/Neuter Clinic is a mission-driven feline-only spay/neuter clinic seeking an enthusiastic surgeon to join our team. As a Spay/Neuter Surgeon, you'll play a crucial role in enriching the lives of cats and the people who love them! Spay/Neuter veterinarians at our clinic perform up to 40 surgeries a day, supported by a passionate and knowledgeable team of professionals. Job Highlights: $40-60 per hour Shifts average 6 hours, up to 18 hours a week, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. No Nights, No Weekends! Why Join Us? At our clinic, we're not just a team; we're a force dedicated to creating a positive impact on cats living in our community. Whether spoiled pets, shelter cats waiting to meet their family, or community cats, all are welcome here. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where your skills will be valued, and your love for cats will be celebrated. Qualifications: Current Licensed DVM in the state of Ohio. Experience in feline spay/neuter surgeries is a plus. Passion for promoting feline welfare. Ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us? Apply now and be a hero for our beloved feline friends! To apply, send your resume and cover letter to drrogers@ohioalleycat.org Join us in making a huge difference – one surgery at a time! Description & Value: The Spay/Neuter Veterinary Surgeon is responsible for the daily care of all surgical patients, ensuring all clinic staff adhere to proper pre-, peri- and post-operative care of patients. During designated training sessions, responsible for training participants in all aspects of patient care and efficient/safe clinic practices and maintaining a professional and friendly manner at all times. Essential Job Functions: ● Examine animals pre-operatively to determine their ability to withstand surgery ● Perform surgical sterilizations ● Examine animals post-operatively to ensure appropriate healing ● Inoculate animals and provide recommendations for follow-up care ● Supervise handling and recording of controlled substances by Veterinary Technicians 6. Supervise post-operative rechecks and order medical treatments as necessary to ensure complete surgical recovery ● Access individual patient issues and provide appropriate solutions ● Creatively problem-solve daily ● Make reasonable and sensible medical decisions ● Follow and support all organizational and medical protocols ● Communicate effectively with the Clinic Medical Director to keep management apprised of all out-of-the-ordinary situations ● Communicate any issues concerning staff or patients with the Clinic Medical Director 13. Communicate any issues concerning training programs and/or participants to Clinic Medical Director ● Provide input and communicate any issues regarding the clinic’s disease control protocols, surgical protocols, or other medical issues at regular Veterinarian meetings or with the Clinic Medical Director as appropriate ● Behave in a manner that upholds both personal and professional standards, as an ambassador of the OAR, at all times ● Train any designated persons in all aspects of patient care and efficient/safe clinic practices, maintaining a professional and friendly manner at all times ● Be available to travel and train as requested ● Strive to improve all training programs continually ● Be a leader among staff, displaying a positive attitude and acting as a motivating force for all staff members ● Ensure all clinic staff members are adhering to proper pre-, periand post-operative care of patients ● All other duties, as assigned SURGICAL TECHNIQUES & SKILLS ● Adheres to aseptic/sterile techniques while scrubbing, gowning, and gloving ● Adheres to the sterile field throughout the surgical process ● Understands Spay/Neuter Alliance theory on incision placement ● Performs efficient and concise entrance into the abdomen ● Performs safe and correct square knots ● Performs safe and gentle spay hook technique ● Performance of the ovarian pedicle tie in feline patients ● Performance of scrotal neuter techniques in both adult and pediatric patients ● Completes efficient, safe, and attractive closures, utilizing cruciate sutures ● Demonstrates principles of gentle tissue handling OTHER CRITICAL SKILLS ● Demonstrates good speed when necessary ● Competently performs and teaches CPR and other emergency measures ● Competently handles surgical complications and rechecks ● Effectively critiques breaks in sterility ● Effectively critiques and suggests additional disease control measures ● Understands and can explain basic anesthesia ● Understands and practices low-stress animal handling ● Communicates effectively with clients and colleagues Qualifications: ● Must be a licensed Veterinarian in the state of Ohio in good standing ● Must maintain all current and correct licensure Work Environment: The offices and operations of a high-volume spay/neuter clinic can be high-stress and very busy at times. This position is scheduled for 5 days/week, usually Monday through Friday. This can include working some holidays or overtime depending on clinic needs. Physical Requirements: ● Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours ● Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help ● Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly ● Must be able to see fine detail in a variety of situations ● Must have good hearing, including the ability to distinguish changes in pitch ● Must have a reasonable degree of agility to move through tightly cramped areas in various situations ● Must have an acceptable sense of touch and smell ● Must have a good range of motion in joints, especially wrist, knees, elbows ● Must have a good range of motion in your back for twisting etc. ● Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures ● Must have an acceptable sense of balance ● Must be able to work and reach on hands and knees ● Must be able to use a ladder and/or step stool ● Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination ● Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers ● Must have good vision, including peripheral vision, fine detail, distance, depth perception, and ability to focus 4. Emotional/Mental Requirements ● Must be able to work under stressful conditions and work efficiently and effectively under those conditions ● Must be able to respond quickly to a variety of medical situations (with training) ● Must be able to cope with death due to surgical complications or euthanasia ● Ability to rapidly and accurately process information ● Ability to delegate tasks ● Ability to recognize a need for assistance and ask for help ● Ability to work independently and as part of a team ● Ability to make decisions ● Ability to cope with frustrating situations and remain calm 5. Potential and Prolonged Exposures ● Prolonged exposure to various aqueous solutions, including but not limited to dish soap, chlorhexidine, and Rescue soap ● Prolonged exposure to isopropanol, hydrogen peroxide ● Potential exposure to formalin solution ● Potential/prolonged exposure to isoflurane gas ● Prolonged exposure to quaternary ammonium cleaners and bleachProlonged exposure to pressurized steam ● Potential exposure to sharps, including needles and surgical blades Job Type: Part-time Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 18 per week Benefits: Employee discount Life insurance Paid time off Schedule: Day shift No nights No weekends Work Location: In person
Salary: $40 - $60 an hour
Employment Type: Part-time
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