DuPage County
Overview
DuPage County Animal Services (DCAS) is an immediate open shelter caring for more than 2,300 animals of varying species annually. We are pleased to offer the current job opportunity for a Veterinarian in our Animal Services Department. We are excited for you to join our recently remodeled shelter. The new shelter design will allow DCAS to provide modern, stress-reducing housing for animals; create welcoming spaces for the public to be counseled on services and solutions with animals; expand opportunities for residents to benefit from animal-related educational and training classes; provide more functional spaces for staff and volunteers; promote volunteerism, adoption, fostering, humane education, and community for people who love animals; and provide the best care and outcomes for animals.
Benefits
Four medical plans to choose from, through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL): Blue Advantage HMO, Blue Choice PPO, PPO 1 and Blue Edge Health Savings Account (HSA).
Dental/Vision
Optional Life
Vacation, Sick, and Paid Leave Time
12 paid holidays
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) information and benefits overview below
For detailed information about benefit cost and coverage, refer to the Employee Benefit Information and Employee Policy Manual, Section 5.
Equal Opportunity DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities The list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only and not a comprehensive listing. Responsibilities include:
Develops, reviews, and upholds animal standard of care practices and medical treatment protocols.
Develops and maintains protocols for managing disease in large groups of animals at the County Shelter.
Implements and manages staff and facility sanitation and hygiene protocols including disease control.
Upholds current animal welfare standards of care (e.g., feeding practices, caging, stress reduction, etc.).
Executes emergency triage and stabilization of ill and injured animals.
Performs adult and pediatric castration and ovariohysterectomy (OHE).
Performs veterinary dental care of animals.
Performs surgical procedures on various species of animals (e.g., amputations, cyst removals, etc.).
Performs adoption examinations to identify health and temperament conditions.
Performs surgical procedures and wellness or sick pet exams on pets owned by members of the public utilizing the County’s low-cost clinic services.
Develops, reviews, and upholds animal care best practices and medical treatment protocols.
Ensures compliance with humane methods of euthanasia of animals.
Performs physical examinations and vaccinations of animals housed at the shelter.
Ensures quality and consistent care for animals at the County shelter.
Examines, documents, and treats abuse cases, working with Law Enforcement and other agencies as necessary.
Participates in humane investigations (e.g., documenting and performing forensic examinations, testifying in court, etc.).
Maintains applicable records.
Supervisory Responsibilities Exercises supervision of assigned personnel in the DCAS.
Requirements Education and/or Experience
Graduation from a Veterinary College or University approved or accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD) or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
A minimum of three (3) years of clinical veterinary medical experience and/or shelter medicine/surgery experience.
One (1) year of supervisory experience.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations
A current license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Illinois.
A current DEA license.
A current Illinois Veterinary Controlled Substance license.
Valid Illinois Driver's License.
A pre-employment background check is required.
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Heavy work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for medium work.
Work Environment The work environment is an animal shelter environment. Staff will be exposed to loud noises, noxious odors, zoonotic diseases, and may be subject to animal bites, scratches, and/or kicks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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DuPage County Animal Services (DCAS) is an immediate open shelter caring for more than 2,300 animals of varying species annually. We are pleased to offer the current job opportunity for a Veterinarian in our Animal Services Department. We are excited for you to join our recently remodeled shelter. The new shelter design will allow DCAS to provide modern, stress-reducing housing for animals; create welcoming spaces for the public to be counseled on services and solutions with animals; expand opportunities for residents to benefit from animal-related educational and training classes; provide more functional spaces for staff and volunteers; promote volunteerism, adoption, fostering, humane education, and community for people who love animals; and provide the best care and outcomes for animals.
Benefits
Four medical plans to choose from, through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL): Blue Advantage HMO, Blue Choice PPO, PPO 1 and Blue Edge Health Savings Account (HSA).
Dental/Vision
Optional Life
Vacation, Sick, and Paid Leave Time
12 paid holidays
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) information and benefits overview below
For detailed information about benefit cost and coverage, refer to the Employee Benefit Information and Employee Policy Manual, Section 5.
Equal Opportunity DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities The list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only and not a comprehensive listing. Responsibilities include:
Develops, reviews, and upholds animal standard of care practices and medical treatment protocols.
Develops and maintains protocols for managing disease in large groups of animals at the County Shelter.
Implements and manages staff and facility sanitation and hygiene protocols including disease control.
Upholds current animal welfare standards of care (e.g., feeding practices, caging, stress reduction, etc.).
Executes emergency triage and stabilization of ill and injured animals.
Performs adult and pediatric castration and ovariohysterectomy (OHE).
Performs veterinary dental care of animals.
Performs surgical procedures on various species of animals (e.g., amputations, cyst removals, etc.).
Performs adoption examinations to identify health and temperament conditions.
Performs surgical procedures and wellness or sick pet exams on pets owned by members of the public utilizing the County’s low-cost clinic services.
Develops, reviews, and upholds animal care best practices and medical treatment protocols.
Ensures compliance with humane methods of euthanasia of animals.
Performs physical examinations and vaccinations of animals housed at the shelter.
Ensures quality and consistent care for animals at the County shelter.
Examines, documents, and treats abuse cases, working with Law Enforcement and other agencies as necessary.
Participates in humane investigations (e.g., documenting and performing forensic examinations, testifying in court, etc.).
Maintains applicable records.
Supervisory Responsibilities Exercises supervision of assigned personnel in the DCAS.
Requirements Education and/or Experience
Graduation from a Veterinary College or University approved or accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD) or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
A minimum of three (3) years of clinical veterinary medical experience and/or shelter medicine/surgery experience.
One (1) year of supervisory experience.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations
A current license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Illinois.
A current DEA license.
A current Illinois Veterinary Controlled Substance license.
Valid Illinois Driver's License.
A pre-employment background check is required.
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Heavy work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for medium work.
Work Environment The work environment is an animal shelter environment. Staff will be exposed to loud noises, noxious odors, zoonotic diseases, and may be subject to animal bites, scratches, and/or kicks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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