The County of San Diego, Department of Animal Services is currently accepting applications for the position of VETERINARIAN There is opportunity for permanent full-time and part-time positions. May be eligible for relocation allowance up to $8,000. May be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) Program. This hard-to-recruit position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program . If a current County of San Diego employee referred you to apply for this position, please indicate the employee’s name on your job application in the space provided. DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES (DAS) The Department of Animal Services seeks candidates for Veterinarian in an Animal Shelter facility, currently located at Carlsbad and Bonita. Incumbents will provide leadership and direction for the medical and surgical care of shelter animals. The incumbent will triage a diverse caseload, diagnose a wide variety of medical conditions, develop treatment plans, communicate efforts for the containment of contagious diseases, oversee the distribution and use of controlled drugs and ensure all veterinary work is performed in accordance with State law, County policies and best practices. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting exams, providing routine care, performing surgical procedures, maintaining thorough medical records, advising and training staff, being a liaison with veterinary community partners, managing supply inventory, assisting with the documentation of animal cruelty cases and working in partnership with the Animal Medical Operations Manager (AMOM) to operate within budgetary guidelines while maximizing care and treatment of animals. DAS Veterinarians have an opportunity to be a part of a mobile surgical unit to provide spay/neuter and basic wellness services to targeted communities. Come join one of the most progressive Animal Shelter systems in the nation, APPLY NOW UPCOMING: A new state of the art animal shelter in Santee serving the East and South County. It will provide a safe environment for animals and the public. DAS is dedicated to protecting the health, safety and welfare of people and animals. The County of San Diego has shelters located in Carlsbad and Bonita. Each shelter has a medical division that consists of Veterinarians and Registered Veterinary Technicians who provide medical and surgical services, including high-quality high-volume, for the animals within the Department's care. In addition to providing quality care to the injured, sick and homeless animals, the Department promotes a partnership with the community, offers education, encourages adoption of shelter animals and provides enforcement of animal related laws. Click here to review the complete job description including minimum qualifications, examples of duties, essential functions, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A degree in veterinary medicine from an accredited university of veterinary medicine. Note: Two (2) years of experience in veterinary medicine is highly desirable. CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: A valid license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of California, which will be maintained throughout employment in this class, is required at the time of appointment AND Possess or be able to obtain a Drug Enforcement Agency (D.E.A.) controlled substance registration. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. EVALUATION: The names of qualified candidates will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying. Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis. The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority. J-18808-Ljbffr