Licensed veterinary technician, Capital District Veterinary Group, Castleton, NY Licensed or license eligible veterinary technicians wanted for AAHA accredited hospital. Duties include surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, radiology, nursing care, in-house lab work, and client service. Friendly and professional work environment needs a new, motivated team player. Competitive salary and benefits. Wonderful region to live, work, and play. Apply
Cattle Veterinary Operations at Pfizer, New York Provide leadership and strategic direction to Veterinary Operations and Specialty Veterinary Operations teams. Active member of the Cattle Leadership Team, contributing to the development and execution of the Vision, Operating Plan and strategies to ensure achievement of performance targets. Develop constructive relationships within the Triad (Sales, Marketing, Veterinary Operations) as well as with other business partners including VMRD, Outcomes Research, Business Development, VMIPS and Learning & Development to facilitate teamwork, optimal exchange of information and development of business opportunities. Provides guidance and strategic input on matters related to veterinary medicine and business unit strategic business plans. Required Qualifications:
8 years of post-doctoral experience in clinical practice, academia, research or industry
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree and/or board certification in a related cattle discipline would be preferred.
Research experience, published scientific papers
Two (2) years industry experience
Proven Team Leadership Ability in a High performance teamwork environment
Coaching skills with the ability to guide and mentor others
Proven record of accomplishments, demonstrating successful veterinary practice management and strategy execution experience
Extensive knowledge of Pfizer Animal Health products and the animal health industry or ability to learn quickly
Ability to think and act strategically
Strong analytical thinking, problem solving skills, and attention to detail
Ability to exercise good judgment, make thoughtful and fair decisions based on relevant information
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to interact with and influence Senior Management, peers, and other functions
Problem solving
Strong computer skills (MS Office and ability to learn Pfizer™s internal systems)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated people management skills with previous supervisory experience
Previous Financial experience and budgetary management
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must have authorization to work for Pfizer in the U.S. In certain circumstances it may be advantageous to Pfizer to support the application(s) for temporary visa classification and/or sponsor applications for permanent residence so that a foreign national colleague can accept or remain in a work assignment in the U. S. Apply
Veterinary Medical Officer, Microbiologist Biologist Job, RIVERDALE, MD, Department Of Agriculture You can make a difference! The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP) needs bright, energetic and committed professionals to facilitate the domestic and international marketing of U.S. agricultural products and to protect the health and care of animals and plants in the United States. MRP offers an array of occupations and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We operate in domestic and global markets. Be part of an organization that protects the health and agriculture of the American people. Join our team!
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Veterinary Services
National Animal Health Policy and Programs
National Center for Import and Export
Technical Trade Services Team (Animals)
Riverdale, MD
APHIS is an emergency response agency. This means that all
Agency employees may be asked or assigned to participate in rotating
temporary duty assignments to support emergency programs at some
time during their careers with APHIS. For details click: APHIS Emergency Response
Key Requirements:
* As a condition of employment a background investigation is required.
Major Duties:
The duties described are for the full-performance level. At
developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited
scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.
The incumbent evaluates and analyzes information relating to
particular biological agents being imported and/or moved interstate
to determine the risk of introducing animal diseases into the United
States. Furnishes guidance and expertise to National Center for
Import and Export (NCIE) in developing standards, policies and
procedures. Coordinates and is responsible for managing permitting
and/or Select Agent Program. Serves as a consultant to industry and
government officials at various levels on the issuance of permits
for the importation/interstate movement. Writes reports, briefing
papers and other informational materials in subject matter area.
Qualifications:
To qualify, you MUST meet all qualification requirements by the
closing date of the announcement.
Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent
in level of difficulty and responsibility to the next lower level in
the Federal service. Specialized experience is demonstrated by
using principles, laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies
related to biosafety and/or movement and possession of biological
agents.
For more information on OPM Qualifications, visit:OPM Qualification Standards
***If you are found qualified for this position, you will ONLY be
considered at the grade level(s) for which you applied***
0701 – Basic requirements to qualify for positions at GS-11 or
equivalent grade level:
1. Degree: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent
degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school
or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American
Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA). The
AVMA web site, http://www.avma.org, has a listing of all AVMA-
accredited veterinary medical schools.
OR
2. Graduates of foreign veterinary medical schools that are not
accredited by the AVMA Council on Education (Refer to AVMA web site,
http://www.avma.org for information about schools in this category)
must meet one of the following requirements.
*Proof of certification of their final transcript by the
Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG).
*Possession of a permanent, full, and unrestricted license to
practice veterinary medicine in a State, District of Columbia, the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States
that includes successful completion of the North American Veterinary
Licensing Examination (NAVLE) or its predecessors, the National
Board Examination (NBE) and the Clinical Competency Test (CCT).
*Proof that the education obtained in a foreign veterinary
medical program is equivalent to that gained in a veterinary medical
program that is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical
Association Council on Education. Under this provision,
equivalency is established only if an AVMA-accredited veterinary
medical school or college in the United States accepts the
graduate’s final transcript from the foreign veterinary medical
school at full value for placement into an advanced degree,
postgraduate educational program, or training program (e.g.
residency or graduate program).
Graduates of foreign veterinary medical programs must also provide
proof of proficiency in the English language by successfully
completing one of the nationally and internationally recognized
examinations that incorporate assessments of reading, writing,
listening, and speaking skills. Examples of examinations that assess
mastery of the English language are shown below:
(1) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Minimum scores
for the TOEFL are 560 for the paper-based version; 220 for the
computer-based version; or overall score of 83 for the internet-
based version (including 26 or higher in speaking, 26 or higher in
listening, and 17 or higher in writing). For the computer-based and
paper-based test versions, applicants must also complete the Test of
Spoken English (TSE) and the Test of Written English (TWE).
Minimum required scores are 55 for the TSE and 5.5 for the TWE.
(2) Academic tests (listening, writing, and speaking) offered by the
International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Applicants
must achieve a minimum overall band score of 7.0, with at least 7.0
in speaking, 6.5 in listening, and 6.0 in writing;
OR
(3) Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL).
Applicants must achieve a minimum overall band score of 70, with at
least 60 in speaking, 60 in listening, and 50 in writing.
B. Basic requirements to qualify for positions at the GS-12 or
equivalent grade level and above:
1. EXPERIENCE
Scientific presentations before professional groups; publication of
medical reports in professional journals or publications;
participation in seminars, advisory/working groups, and research
groups; mastery of clinical medicine; or other related activities
that contribute to the advancement of veterinary medical science are
positive indicators of the quality of an applicant’s experience.
However, articles on the care of pets written for the general public
would not be considered professional publications or qualifying
specialized experience.
Applicants who meet the educational requirements described in
paragraph A above as well as the specialized experience requirements
below may qualify as follows:
GS-13 and above: One year of progressively responsible professional
veterinary experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
2. EDUCATION
To qualify at the GS-12 or GS-13 grade levels on the basis of
education, applicants must successfully complete relevant graduate
study or a dual DVM/graduate degree as described below at an
accredited college or school, in addition to completing the Doctor
of Veterinary Medicine or an equivalent degree:
GS-13: Ph.D. degree in any of the above specialties or related
sciences.
3. RESIDENCY/POST-GRADUATE TRAINING PROGRAMS
Residency or post-graduate training programs require two to five
years of study in a specific discipline or specialty. Successful
completion of such training qualifies the job applicant for the
following grade levels:
GS-13: Successful completion of three years of an internship,
residency program, or fellowship training program in a discipline
related to the position.
4. BOARD CERTIFICATION
Specialty boards that are recognized by the American Board of
Veterinary Specialties (ABVS) of the American Veterinary Medical
Association (AVMA) certify eligible candidates as specialists in
specific veterinary medical fields. Veterinarians who successfully
complete all requirements for Diplomate status in an ABVS-recognized
veterinary specialty organization may qualify for the GS-13 grade
level.
Such specialties may include, but are not limited to: veterinary
toxicology, laboratory animal medicine, poultry veterinary medicine,
theriogenology, veterinary anesthesiology, veterinary behaviorists,
veterinary clinical pharmacology, veterinary dermatology, veterinary
emergency and critical care, veterinary internal medicine,
veterinary microbiology, veterinary nutrition, veterinary
ophthalmology, veterinary pathology, veterinary preventive medicine,
veterinary radiology, veterinary medicine, and veterinary dentistry.
The above list of specialty areas for board certification should not
be used for parenthetical titles or official job titles unless
authorized by the classification standard for the 0701 occupational
series.
C. Additional Requirements for Areas of Specialization:
For some positions, proficiency in one of the following specialties
is required for satisfactory job performance: Clinical Care,
Emergency Response, Epidemiology, Import and Export, Laboratory
Animal Medicine, Pathology, Product Development, Public Health,
Toxicology, Wildlife, Zoological Animal Medicine
In such situations, agencies may consider using selective factors in
the vacancy announcement when possession of specific experience,
knowledge, skills, abilities, or competencies is absolutely required
prior to appointment. Selective factors should only be used when
an applicant cannot perform the work satisfactorily without such
qualifications. Evidence of proficiency may be demonstrated by
work experience; advanced course work or degrees; board
certification; or completion of specific, intensive training, as
appropriate. The level of proficiency must be commensurate with
the grade level of the position.
In addition to technical competence in a general or specialized
veterinary medical field, applicants must possess writing, oral
communication, and interpersonal skills.
D. Medical Requirements:
Individuals must be physically and mentally able to safely and
efficiently perform the full range of duties of the position without
creating hazards to themselves or others.
Veterinary Medical Officers who inspect or supervise inspection
activities in privately owned slaughter houses and processing plants
must meet specific medical standards and physical requirements
established by the Food Safety and Inspection Service of the U.S.
Department of Agriculture.
0403 – Basic Requirements: Degree: microbiology; or biology,
chemistry, or basic medical science that included at least 20
semester hours in microbiology and other subjects related to the
study of microorganisms, and 20 semester hours in the physical and
mathematical sciences combining course work in organic chemistry or
biochemistry, physics, and college algebra, or their equivalent.
OR
Combination of education and experience–courses equivalent to a
major in microbiology, biology, chemistry, or basic medical science
that included courses as shown in A above, plus appropriate
experience or additional education. Examples of qualifying education
can be found at the following web address:
Examples of Qualifying Education
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/mrpbs/hr/job_opportunities/usajobs.shtml
0401 – Basic Requirements: Degree: biological sciences, agriculture,
natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines
appropriate to the position.
OR
Combination of education and experience–Courses equivalent to a
major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or
additional education.
Contact Information:
Human Resources
Phone: 301-734-8428
Fax: 301-734-4984
TDD: 301-734-4953
Email: Tracey.H.Brown@aphis.usda.gov
Or write:
Marketing & Regulatory Programs
4700 River Road
Unit 22
Riverdale, MD 20737
Fax: 301-734-4984
Animal Resources Director, Ridgefield, Connecticut, USA Requirements: D.V.M. and A.C.L.A.M.Board Certified. Current clinical and surgical competence with animals.
A minimum of 8-10 years of supervisory experience is also required in order to provide leadership, management and mentoring necessary for the Animal Resources staff. Minimum of 5 years in the Pharmaceutical (R&D) industry and a minimum of 10 years as a practicing clinical veterinarian. These requirements are due to the high importance placed on the care and well-being of the animals at R&D and to the fact that Animal Resources is a highly regulated function. Basic Purpose: Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Animal Resources Center. Manage animal resources staff, functions and budget.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide strategic and operational leadership of the Animal Research Cost Center staff and facilities, including the Attending Veterinarian.
Insure the success of the Attending Veterinarian role (a direct report of the Director), by providing excellent supervision, counsel, partnership and support to the Attending Veterinarian.
Insure the timely procurement of animals, feed, supplies and equipment necessary to support R&D, and insure the timely and correct maintenance of records as required.
Insure high quality veterinary care for animals in R&D.
Insure effective interface with and support for the other R&D Departments; Insure high quality of scientific and technological activities supporting animal studies to be completed within the facility; Insure optimal maintenance of bio-containment and breeding/holding facilities.
Manage employee development, and provide training, nurturing and coaching to Animal Resources staff.
Insure full compliance with AAALAC, USDA, BIPI and BIC guidelines, policies, procedures and regulations. APPLY ONLINE
Vet Research Animal Specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital A Research Animal Specialist provides husbandry to laboratory animals, maintains animal inventory records and Animal Husbandry and Room Maintenance Records and performs facility sanitation in CCM animal facilities at Massachusetts General Hospital. This is a great opportunity for new college graduates with animal science or biology majors at one of the leading academic research hospitals in the country!
‘ Able to perform all duties and responsibilities of Research Animal Specialist I level.
‘ Performs daily work involving the handling of genetically engineered animal models, animals with immuno- compromised health status, animals recovering from surgery or other invasive procedures, neonates, etc.
‘ Changes cages or pens following proper technique and ensures that animals are not contaminated when outside of their primary enclosure
‘ Maintain animal rooms (secondary enclosures) in a clean state so that secondary infections or other contamination do not occur. Animal room maintenance should include sanitation monitoring performed by taking bacterial cultures or RODAC plating.
‘ Evaluate animal’s health each day and report abnormal clinical signs to the veterinary staff via electronic data capture system; performs treatments as prescribed by the veterinary staff and reports progress of therapies.
‘ Performs weaning when requested by researcher or veterinary staff assuring that each animal’s sex is accurately determined and that females and males are properly separated. Palpates breeding animals to determine if females are pregnant and separates them prior to parturition.
‘ Report facility and environmental issues that fall outside animal welfare regulatory requirements (as defined in the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals) to the supporting MGH department as a representative to the Facility Manager.
‘ In the absence of the Facility Manager or his/her designee, responsible for receiving and processing incoming animals and supplies.
‘ Sanitize animal facility equipment including the use of tunnel washers, rack washers, acidified watering systems and autoclaves for sterilization. Makes sure that equipment is working properly using biological monitoring devices and techniques.
‘ Operates cage washer, autoclave and other animal facility equipment.
‘ Assemble caging supplies with properly sterilized feed (previously irradiated) and water (acidified and/or autoclave) in a manner that assures that they remain sterile throughout the handling process.
‘ May provide specialized technical assistance to CCM veterinarians and investigators.
‘ Participates in animal quarantine and health surveillance programs for the facility.
‘ Performs containment and monitoring duties in the case of infection or disease health outbreaks or other biocontainment situations.
‘ Implements environmental enrichment program intended to minimize animal stress in the research setting.
‘ Performs routine euthanasia on laboratory animals according to the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) Panel on Euthanasia
‘ Attend technician meetings and training sessions on all aspects of laboratory animal care and uses of animals in biomedical research as scheduled by the supervisory staff
‘ Provide guidance and training to new animal technicians.
‘ Comply with CCM and MGH policies and standard operating procedures.
This position requires weekend and holiday work hours. This position involves daily exposure to laboratory animals and their waste products.
Qualifications
‘ Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science at the ALAT certification preferred (expected to pass
A benefit package may or may not be available. Request specific information from the employer. APPLY
Dairy Veterinary Practice, Microbiology Laboratory, Office Manager, Clovis, NM An Office Manager is required for Dairy Veterinary Practice/Microbiology Laboratory located in Clovis, NM.
Areas of responsibility encompass managing the front desk area, supervising a small but dedicated staff, coordinating office activities and resolving problems.
A detailed job description is available on request.
Applications including a detailed resume should be sent to: Progressive Dairy Health Services, PO Box 5400, Clovis NM 88102 575-742-3336This job posted through Freedom New Mexico
The candidate must have experience in office management and should be friendly, outgoing and honest. An associate degree in business or management is desirable, although a high school diploma may be adequate when combined with appropriate office experience and an aptitude for the position.
Starting salary will be $15+ per hour depending on experience and qualifications.
Veterinary Receptionist, Veterinary Technician Ebensburg area VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST/TECHNICIAN? Ebensburg area, send resume to Box#21, c/o Tribune Democrat, PO Box 340, Johnstown, PA 15907-0340.
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Status: Full Time, Employee
Head of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists Open position for a board certified or non-boarded, residency trained internal medicine clinician (sub-specialty internal medicine, oncology or cardiology) within our rapidly growing referral-only specialty and emergency/critical care practice in West Palm Beach, Florida. The doctor selected for this position will be the head of service, due to recent personnel changes within out practice.
Candidates with experience or particular interest in ultrasound imaging are preferred. Our practice currently employs board certified specialists and/or residency trained doctors in the following services: Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Radiology, Neurology, Behavioral Medicine, and Emergency/Critical Care. We offer a 3-4 day workweek that is structured to optimize your time for personal and professional growth. Continuity of patient management (during your time off) is facilitated through cooperative case transfer. Salary and benefits are very competitive and commensurate with your experience and professional status achieved. We are committed to providing an environment of dedicated professionals working in an atmosphere that promotes both the well-being of our doctors and staff, as well as excellent customer service and patient care. We have a technically proficient support staff of caring, service-oriented nurses, technicians and secretaries. Strong professional relationships have been fostered with our referring veterinarians to promote a spirit of case cooperation and community service.
West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County are located on the southeast coast of Florida. The Southeast Coast offers a quality of life that is un-matched. Pleasant year round weather makes it an outstanding place to live. Top rated schools are abundant. Conveniently close to Ft. Lauderdale, Miami and Orlando; there are opportunities for every lifestyle. Whether you enjoy outdoor activities, gourmet dining, arts and culture, professional sports, golf or even theme parks south Florida living can truly provide it all.
If you are interested in working in a growing area with professional opportunity and an extensive clientele, we would enjoy having you become part of our team. Apply
Veterinary Technicians Jobs, VCA Animal Hospital in San Mateo VCA Animal Hospital in San Mateo has full time opportunities available. We are a five-doctor practice, and we need your love for animals, enthusiasm, honesty, positive attiitude, organization skills, and professionalism. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to work in a fast-paced environment and have effective team interaction.
We are seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians, preferably licensed or eligible for licensing within the next year. Our Technicians need to be proficient in catheter placement, dentistry, radiology, preparation, monitoring and recovery of surgical patients, as well as basic patient nursing. Technicians must be comfortable with providing client education and client service. Technicians are encouraged to utilize and hone all their skills. Only experienced technicians need apply.
You can email, fax, or bring resume in person to :
VCA Bayshore Animal Hospital, 233 N Amplett Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94401
Fax (650)343-1277
Email: tammy.loprino@vcamail.com
Wound Care Specialist Corporate Career, Top Echelon Network Ready to make your move from clinical to corporate by becoming a Subject Matter Expert, Educator, Trainer, Coach, Advisor and Team Support Specialist How about having your own home office with all of the equipment and resources you need provided by the company as well as a new expenses paid company car Add to that a superb training and mentorship program to get you up and running. Worried about the travel aspects of a corporate position Most of the travel is day trips (home for dinner) with an average of no more than 6 thru 8 overnight stays per month. Just enough travel to make it an exciting new experience, with plenty of home time. Also remember, you will be working corporate office hours, not clinical hours: off weekends, off all major holidays, and paid vacations that you can actually take and enjoy. The position also includes a competitive base salary, outstanding annual bonus plan, and superb benefits. You owe it to yourself to at least explore this opportunity, they dont come around often.
In this high-profile role, you will provide technical, clinical and educational support to our clients Clinical Care Acute Care, Alternate Site and Veterinary sales organizations for the promotion of Wound Care products. As the Subject Matter Expert you will support your regions team by joining them on sales calls to provide technical support / advice, conduct product evaluations and provide educational in-services.
Other responsibilities will include: Training customers, end-users and clinicians in the proper use of the Wound Care product line to maximize compliance, customer satisfaction and retention Educate end-users, and clinicians in wound healing concepts/trends Generating leads for your team through your direct customer interaction and listening to their potential needs Assisting in coordinating and monitoring product evaluations Collaborating with Marketing in the development of case studies, protocols and product evaluations which will be used to develop sales tools, and submitted for presentations at national conventions, and in professional events Participate in approved seminars, workshops and conventions exhibit activities Conducting field staff training at regional and national levels Communicate to Marketing and Sales Management on any Wound Care industry trends, including competition, applications and reimbursement Collaborate with Marketing in the development of circulars, brochures, sales programs, sales tools and value added service programs Providing marketing consultation in the development of new products Maintaining current knowledge base on the prevention and treatment of wounds through attendance of educational programs/seminars/conferences reading journals and participating in committee or group programs.
Education, Certification and experience requirements: Registered Nurse (RN) with Bachelors of Science Nursing (BSN) or related degree WOCN Board Certified Wound Care Specialist (ET Nurse) Effective interpersonal skills, Strong communication skills, both written and oral Detail oriented and well organized Ability to handle multiple projects Flexibility to travel Good basic Personal Computer (PC) skills aptitude for learning. Apply