What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Veterinarian Temporary (Presque Isle Downs Racetrack) position at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
The Department of Agriculture, Presque Isle Downs Racetrack is seeking a licensed veterinarian position to provide professional veterinary expertise in Thoroughbred Racetrack regulatory medicine and perform test barn activities (pre-race and post-race detention barn). If you are a board-certified veterinarian who enjoys working around horses, apply now!
In this position, you will supervise all procedures, activities and personnel in the detention barn where post urine and blood samples are obtained for pre and post race examinations of horses. The Veterinarian is responsible for administering medication to horses.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the Position Description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
In this position, you will supervise all procedures, activities and personnel in the detention barn where post urine and blood samples are obtained for pre and post race examinations of horses. The Veterinarian is responsible for administering medication to horses.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the Position Description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Part-time employment. Standby position and works on an as-needed basis.
- Work schedule is vendor controlled and is determined by the racing schedule.
- Work hours are 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Monday - Thursday.
- 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.
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.
- 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.
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The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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