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Hawaiian Humane Society

High-Volume, High-Quality Spay/Neuter Veterinarian

Hawaiian Humane Society, East Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

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JOB/POSITION TITLE High-Volume, High-Quality Spay/Neuter / Neuter Veterinarian

STATUS Exempt

Reports To Chief Veterinarian and Veterinary Services Manager

Position Overview Hawaiian Humane Society, located on the island of Oahu, seeks a veterinarian skilled in high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter to join our spay/neuter clinic. As a leader in reducing pet overpopulation, we aim to reduce pet overpopulation and improve animal welfare in Hawaii.

About Us Established in 1883, Hawaiian Humane Society promotes the human-animal bond and humane treatment of all animals. We strive for a humane society based on compassion and shared responsibility, with a community-driven approach and partnerships with other organizations and agencies. We follow and lead in best practices for animal wellbeing and engage in Socially Conscious Sheltering to achieve the best outcomes for animals and the community.

Key Responsibilities

Perform spay/neuter surgeries on owned animals and TNRM cats each working day with minimal complications.

Perform other surgical procedures as needed.

Conduct pre-operative examinations and determine health/suitability for surgery.

Provide follow-up exams as needed.

Record information on animal health, treatment, medical history, and controlled substances in compliance with federal, state, local, and other regulatory guidelines.

Build effective relationships through positive interaction with clients, staff, and volunteers.

Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of veterinary protocols and procedures for the clinic.

Maintain reliable and on-time attendance.

Provide mentorship and training to veterinarian interns, externs, VSAs, RVTs and other staff veterinarians on HQHV procedures as needed.

Perform necropsy cases as needed.

Communicate complications to clients effectively.

Collaborate with the Chief Veterinarian on policies, procedures, processes, and training.

Align with Hawaiian Humane Society's vision, mission, core values and beliefs, and positions on animal welfare.

Perform CPR in accordance with RECOVER standards and direct the team.

Additional information available at https://www.hawaiianhumane.org/ or via email sram subeik@hawaiianhumane.org

Other Duties/Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Conditions

Work Environment:

Indoors in a typical shelter environment and outdoors in all weather. Our campuses are in Ewa Beach and Honolulu (Moiliili, near UH Manoa).

Hours:

Full-Time or Part-Time. Full-Time veterinarians work 4 days per week, 10 hours per day. Flexible scheduling. The clinic operates 7 days a week; some on-call triage support is required (DVMs share on-call duties).

Requirements

DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school

Active and unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine in Hawaii or eligibility to obtain one

Current DEA license or ability to obtain a DEA license

2+ years of experience in a full-service, high-surgical-volume setting

Experience in a variety of surgical techniques

Demonstrated excellent surgical skills

Experience in a HQHV setting

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

High attention to detail

A progressive professional philosophy that humane organizations are partners to reduce pet overpopulation and improve animal welfare

Knowledge of current trends and best practices in shelter medicine; familiarity with ASV Guidelines for Standards of Care in Shelter Medicine

Understanding of local, state, and national laws related to animal shelter agencies and veterinary authority in shelters, including infectious disease reporting

Ability to work at either campus

Position Competencies

Analytical and critical thinking

Excellent problem-solving skills

Collaborative and respectful working relationships with team, volunteers, clients, departments, and stakeholders

Preserve community partnerships

Effective conflict management

Commitment to innovation

Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Strong mentorship skills

Desired

Experience with PetPoint and Clinic HQ

The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not a comprehensive inventory of duties. Management reserves the right to add, revise, or delete information. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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