Veterinary and Animal Care Veterinarian
Responsible for caring for the health of animals and advancing animal research. This position provides professional veterinary expertise and direction in educational and/or research facilities. Veterinarians diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals.
Typical Functions
Typical functions are listed within the level descriptor(s) below and are examples of work performed by positions in the level and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Some duties may overlap levels; however, the preponderance of the work will be assessed when assigning positions to the specific levels.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs)
Listed below are the minimum requirements for this role. KSAs will become more advanced as the level increases and will vary depending on the requirements of the position.
- Knowledge of medicine and animal care.
- Customer service skills.
- Critical thinking skills.
- Judgment and decision-making skills.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Ability to show empathy.
Level Descriptions
Veterinarian 1
- Develops programs, process improvements, and coordinates and integrates processes with other departments.
- Diagnoses and researches medical conditions and diseases of animals, and develops and implements treatment plans.
- Provides instruction and oversight to students, interns, and residents.
- Performs and oversees surgery on animals.
- Operates medical equipment.
- Advises clients on general care, medical conditions, and treatments.
- Prescribes and administers medications treatment protocols.
- Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies.
Education/Experience
Typically requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and applicable internship, residency, and training.
Certification/License
Applicable licensure required.
Market Range: MR16
Veterinarian 2
- Manages animal care facilities and staff.
- Interacts with researchers and maintains Standard Operating Procedures that are used within the laboratories.
- Trains technicians, graduate students, veterinarians, and investigators.
- Plans, implements, and directs administrative, educational, and technical activities to include budget, personnel, planning, and staffing.
- Prepares annual operating budget.
- Develops goals and objectives and analyzes the long-range impact of decisions and plans.
- Responsible for program development, process improvement, and coordination/integration of processes with other departments.
- Plans, coordinates, and controls work and procedures and provides advice/consultation to staff regarding problems.
- Defines the qualifications and performance expectations for staff.
Education/Experience
Typically requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and applicable internship, residency, and training.
Certification/License
Applicable licensure required.
Market Range: MR18
Effective Date: January 4, 2021
