Veterinarian

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$114,542.63 - $171,815.58 Annual

Department:

Department of Community Services (DCS)

Job Type:

Regular Non-Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

The Opportunity:

OVERVIEW:

This Work Matters!

Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS) is looking to hire a Veterinarian to join our team!

Multnomah County Animal Services has been recognized as one of the top performing shelters in the country for implementing innovative, progressive lifesaving programs for shelter animals and creating a safe, livable community for people and animals.  We are the primary agency responsible for lost pet care, animal abuse investigation, and animal rescue in Multnomah County, which consists of a large portion of the Portland metro area, including the City of Portland itself.  We also offer dog and cat licensing, lost and found pet services, and animal adoptions through our shelter in Troutdale, Oregon. 

As a Veterinarian at MCAS, you will build a career that gives back to the community, makes a positive impact on the lives of animals, and you will be part of a skilled team that brings dedication and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving environment.  This position not only provides you unique opportunities to lead and collaborate but also encourages you to think outside of the box.  We embrace diversity and reward imagination, and we are looking for someone who is committed to helping animals, pet-owners, and the people who provide foster care.

Specifically, we are looking for someone who:

• Is culturally sensitive to, and understands and practices racial and socioeconomic equity principles
• Has experience collaborating in the development and review of medical protocols
• Has the knowledge and ability to be a model and advocate for excellence in the quality of care we provide to the animals in our shelter
• Has the ability to work calmly under pressure, demonstrating the ability to think clearly and quickly while providing direction to support staff to provide quality care

Responsibilities:

Duties in this role include, but are not limited to:

Providing Medical and Surgical Care

• Direct and Perform comprehensive medical services to all animals in shelter care, including physical examinations, diagnostics, medications, and treatments
• Perform surgeries on shelter animals, including spay/neuter surgeries, entropions, enucleations, mass removals, and amputations
• Perform dental procedures on shelter animals, including cleanings and extractions
   

Coordinating Shelter Medical Operations

• Analyze and review medical protocols and procedures in order to ensure alignment with best practices in shelter medicine, and formulate and implement recommendations in collaboration with the Animal Health Manager
• Continually improve the Animal Health program and ensure high-quality medical care and services for shelter animals, including animals in foster care
• Provide functional and technical supervision of activities within the animal health unit, including delegation of tasks to CVTs and Veterinary Assistants, and monitoring quality of work
• Focus on identification, treatment, and prevention of health concerns to support live dispositions of animals when possible
• Provide training to shelter staff and volunteers on medical topics, including but not limited to medications, vaccinations, herd health, infectious disease, and quarantines
   

Providing Internal and External Customer Service

• Use Effective communication with staff and volunteers in daily interactions
• Guide and train Certified Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and volunteers regarding medical treatments and protocols
• Communicate with members of the public regarding medical diagnoses, discharge instructions, and medical care
• Respond to inquiries from staff, volunteers, and members of the public in person, by telephone, and/or by email

Who Are We?
Our department’s mission is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard through a diverse group of programs including transportation, land use planning, animal services, elections, and budget and operations support. This department is an incredibly diverse department and your role will be too. 

What We Can Offer You:
Imagine working to better the lives of people and animals, being challenged to help rid the community of inhumane animal treatment, and developing your skills and experience. With us, you will be challenged. You will be encouraged to excel. You will be given the opportunity to build a rewarding career. And you will be proud to be a part of the Multnomah County Animal Services team, dedicated to providing top-notch services to the community.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; paid time off for vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays per fiscal year, and much more. Find more details on our benefits website. 

At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values. 

This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future full-time, part-time, on-call, temporary and limited duration positions while the eligible for hire list is active.

TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Bachelor's degree; AND
• Three (3) years of relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position; AND
• License required to practice veterinary medicine as outlined by Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 686.020 at the time of hire and maintenance of it throughout employment

An equivalent combination of qualifying professional level experience and relevant education that provides the required knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Two (2) years of experience in veterinary practice; and either two (2) additional years of experience supervising animal health technicians and others in a veterinary clinic, or one (1) year of experience supervising animal health technicians in an animal shelter setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current principles and practices in both veterinary services and animal sheltering.
• Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations, including documentation and reporting of cruelty/neglect, or legal cases.
• Demonstrated experience in managing overall population/herd health in a shelter setting, including managing infectious disease outbreaks.

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position . Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

The Application Packet:
Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:

• Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
• Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications . Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
• Cover Letter (optional): This should expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.

Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of this job posting.  Please be thorough, as these materials will be used to determine your eligibility for an interview.

Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• Evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates, which may include phone interviews, panel interviews, and/or additional testing
• Professional reference checks

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Type of Position: This salaried executive position is not eligible for overtime.
 

Schedule: The shelter operates seven (7) days per week. Staff members work between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:30 PM. For full-time we can offer a flexible combination of days which consist of 4/10 hour shifts, at 40 hours a week or 3/10 hour shifts, at 30 hours a week (pay will be prorated).
 

Location: Multnomah County Animal Shelter, 1700 W Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR 97060

Equal Pay Law: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Angie Larson

Email:

[email protected]

Phone:

+1 (503) 4079569

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

9746 - Veterinarian