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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Field Officer - Philadelphia Park Racetrack in Bensalem, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4511074 THE POSITION Attention all experienced USDA accredited State Board Licensed Veterinarians! The Department of Agriculture is seeking an individual to join our team as a Veterinary Medical Field Officers at the Philadelphia Park Racetrack (Parx) in Bucks County. This role includes supervising medical processes for thoroughbred and/or standardbred racing. Apply today for this exciting and rewarding opportunity!!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK The position involves offering expert veterinary services in regulatory medicine for thoroughbred and/or standardbred racetracks, overseeing the Bleeder Medication Program and test barn operations. You will also be responsible for implementing Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services initiatives and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations in the designated PDA region to monitor and manage animal diseases.
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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This is a vendor controlled position, meaning work schedules are subject to change based on the racing schedule. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year of farm animal and/or poultry practice experience as a USDA accredited veterinarian.
Special Requirement: Possession of a license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a state board of veterinary medical examiners.
Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waivedfor this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Post Employment Requirement: A Commission Employee License is required for this position or will be obtained once hired. How to Apply:
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). 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. Veterans:
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. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment o portunity 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.