State Veterinarian Temporary

The Department of Agriculture is currently looking to fill a licensed veterinarian position that will play a crucial role in providing expert veterinary services within the realm of regulatory medicine. This position involves overseeing test barn operations, specifically during pre-race and post-race activities at Harrah's Racetrack. Ideal candidates are those who are board-certified veterinarians with a passion for working with horses and a commitment to ensuring their health and well-being. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to contribute your skills to the equine community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity today!

This role entails overseeing all operations, procedures, and staff within the detention barn, where urine and blood samples are collected for both pre-race and post-race examinations of horses. The Veterinarian in this position plays a crucial role in ensuring the health and safety of the equine athletes by administering necessary medications and treatments as required. This includes monitoring the horses' conditions closely and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards during the sampling process. The Veterinarian must also maintain accurate records of all medical interventions and sample collections, collaborating with other team members to uphold the integrity of the racing process and the well-being of the horses involved.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Part-time (per diem) employment.
• Work schedule may vary and is vendor controlled and determined by the racing schedule.
• Work hours are 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: This position is per diem; the daily rate of pay is $400.00.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
  

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Graduation from a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Medical Doctor program.

• Possession of a valid license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.

• If the employee is not licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Pennsylvania, he/she must obtain Pennsylvania licensure within twelve (12) months of being hired.
• Possession of a Commission Employee License

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education)..)
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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