Veterinary Medical Field Officer - Meadows Racetrack

Elevate your career with the Department of Agriculture by exploring this exciting opportunity! We invite passionate candidates to apply for the position of Veterinary Medical Field Officer at the Meadows Racetrack in Washington County. This role requires a skilled veterinary professional to oversee and manage medical procedures related to Thoroughbred and Standardbred racing. If you possess a commitment to excellence in veterinary medicine, we look forward to your application. Join a team with the highest standards of animal care and contribute to the thrilling world of horse racing!

This position provides professional veterinary expertise in thoroughbred and/or standardbred racetrack regulatory medicine and supervises the Bleeder Medication Program and test barn activities. This position also administers Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services programs and legislatively mandated laws and regulations in the assigned PDA region to provide animal disease surveillance and control. The successful candidate will embody a commitment to excellence in veterinary practice and regulatory compliance, fostering a culture of vigilance and care within the equine community.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• 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:

• One year of professional experience as a veterinarian and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or a Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD) from an American Veterinary Medical Association accredited college or university.

• This position requires possession of an active license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a State Board of Veterinary Medicine.
• All employees must obtain an active license to practice veterinary medicine issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medicine within six months of hire.
• All positions must obtain United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Category II Accreditation within six months of hire.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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