Job Description:**This job has an option for Part time or Full-time employment or Part time to Full time in future opportunities. Summary: The Associate Veterinarian is responsible for providing and supporting high-quality medical care to multiple species in collaboration with the Lead Veterinarian, Veterinary Technicians, caregivers and support staff. The Associate Veterinarian utilizes a multidisciplinary team focused on excellence in holistic animal care and providing environments conducive to positive welfare. Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality medical care to multiple species in collaboration with the Lead Veterinarian.
- Assess and collaborate on protocols with the Lead Veterinarian, Sr. Director, and Program Director of Animal Care (animal care leadership). Partners with the Animal Care-Wellness team to assess, revise, and implement standard care protocols. Highlights opportunities and risks associated with protocols and projects.
- Informs on appropriate treatments and processes for high-volume caseloads
- Cultivates relationships and partners with external animal healthcare providers and interacts effectively with veterinary specialists and referral institutions in partnership with animal care leadership.
- Serves as a strategic thought partner in the development and implementation of a professional development for wellness team members. Collaborates with animal care leadership to train and support caregiving staff in performing treatments and maintaining a standard level of care through specific task/skill training.
- Advises and consults with the wellness leadership on difficult or complex cases, and participates in healthcare rounds, performs physical examinations, conducts testing, and assesses results as needed.
- Enforces risk management strategy for animal care, including oversight of controlled substances and orders and management of prescriptions and medications onsite.
- Partners with the research team to advise on the design and implementation of non-invasive, sanctuary-based research studies at Farm Sanctuary contributing to the body of research on the emotional, social, and cognitive lives of farm animals.
- Serve as advisor to the Animal Sanctuary Welfare team on enrichment.
- Represents Farm Sanctuary in DVM Meetings and to donors and members of the public, as necessary
- Supports Intern Program by working with Interns onsite in daily tasks
Qualifications:
- Active Veterinary State License (New York state)
- Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
- Commitment to approaching care from a holistic animal welfare perspective and providing the highest quality of care to animal residents.
- Proven skills in conventional medicine, diagnostics, and healthcare record keeping standards.
- Varied veterinary experience welcome. Large animal and avian experience required (specifically: cattle, goat, sheep, pig). Willingness and ability to develop expertise working with all species in Farm Sanctuary's care (cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, alpacas, llamas, donkeys, chickens, turkeys, ducks and geese) required.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while effectively managing multiple projects with creativity and flexibility.
- Confidence and ability to work independently, while maintaining consistent communication with the support team.
- Alignment with Farm Sanctuary's values of compassion, understanding, integrity, transformation, and freedom.
- Familiarity, commitment to, and experience with the practice of equity, social justice, and the principles embedded in Farm Sanctuary's mission.
We embrace candidates from a range of backgrounds and experiences, regardless of whether they satisfy all the specified requirements. We encourage you to apply, even if you have an unconventional or non-traditional background. Essential Physical Requirements:
- Range of sedentary to heavy work. Exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 35 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Prolonged periods of sitting in a stationary position. Must be able to perform repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
- Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information by means of the spoken word via telephone, video conferencing and other forms of electronic communication utilizing computers and smartphones.
- Worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; performing medical procedures. Must be able to perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
- Must be able to bend, lift, push, stoop, stretch, climb, and crawl and other strenuous physical activities. Must be able to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, and ramps onsite.
- Exposure to and must be able to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
- Position is subject to environmental conditions. Must be able to regularly perform job responsibilities in a variety of weather conditions; some work is done in an outdoor setting that is not climate controlled with remaining work performed in a remote home office.
Job Specifications:
- Terms of employment: This job has an option for Part time or Full-time, permanent non-exempt position. (flexibility based on candidate needs and qualifications)
- Compensation: $60-75/hour
- Farm Sanctuary adheres to a non-negotiation philosophy regarding compensation and benefits outside the posted pay in our commitment to equitable hiring practices.
- Reports to: Lead Veterinarian
- Direct reports: NA
- Location: Watkins Glen, NY
- Travel: Position is based in Watkins Glen, NY, with periodic travel to Cornell and surrounding area.
- Professional association benefits: depending on employment status, candidate may be eligible for licensing fees reimbursement, Continuing Education allowance and professional affiliation fee reimbursement.
- Benefits: Competitive benefits package, including 13 paid holidays; generous paid time off; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 403(b) plan; flexible spending accounts; long-term disability insurance; free access to the CALM meditation app; and access to the Nivati wellness platform
- Schedule: If Part Time: 20 to 25 hours per week. Work schedule varies; ideal schedule of Mondays and Wednesdays with rotating coverage of Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Weekend and holiday availability required, Evening hours may be required. On call shifts as assigned. There is flexibility with the schedule if the position is part time.
Farm Sanctuary is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and feel a sense of belonging. We work hard to provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type. We take our duty seriously to protect employees with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that our prioritization of diversity, equity, and inclusion is a strength and essential to achieving our mission. A diverse workforce brings many perspectives, ideas, and experiences, leading to more creative and effective solutions to our complex issues. By embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment, we foster a culture of belonging where innovation and growth can thrive. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization, including hiring and recruitment practices, employee development and training, and interactions with the communities we serve. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are core components in fulfilling our mission of rescuing and protecting farmed animals from cruelty, and we are committed to creating a culture of respect, civility, and compassion for all. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Any photos or videos taken in the scope of employment and/or related to Farm Sanctuary are considered work product and intellectual property of Farm Sanctuary. Our Process:
- Stage 1: 45-minute virtual interview with People and Culture Team Member
- Stage 2: Virtual Interview with Hiring Manager
- Stage 3: Virtual Interview with Hiring team
- Stage 4: Onsite shadow with staff Veterinarian
- Stage 5: Reference checks
- Stage 6: Job offer