Veterinarian-OCONUS

$12,480 - $329,472/Yr

Enhanced Protection Services - Winchester, VA

Full-time

Winchester, VA

About the position

The Veterinarian-OCONUS position at Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services involves providing veterinary care for explosive detection canines in overseas locations. The role requires diagnosing and treating medical conditions, performing surgeries, and collaborating with veterinary teams to ensure the health and wellness of working dogs. This position is critical in maintaining the operational readiness of canines used in security and threat mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Examine canines for various diseases or injuries, and administer the best possible treatment(s)
• Perform the various routine, elective, and/or emergent surgical procedures consistent with Working Dog general practice
• Research and prescribe the best possible preventative strategies in an effort to maximize canine fitness for duty and minimize lost time due to preventable conditions
• Utilize in-house imaging modalities, such as digital radiographs, and ultrasound; perform the studies and interpret the results
• Perform training and present veterinary information to veterinary personnel, canine handlers, trainers, and other stakeholders in regard to injury triage and prevention, as well as zoonoses
• Use a cloud-based working-dog-specific electronic medical record system, maintain veterinary records, generate relevant reports, and track necessary data
• Provide veterinary expertise and inspections for facilities used to kennel Working Dog populations

Requirements

• Veterinary degree from an institution accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association
• Be licensed as a veterinarian in a minimum of one U.S. state, with the ability to become licensed in Virginia within ninety (90) days of starting employment
• USDA Accredited (minimum Category 1) to issue international health certificates for canines traveling from the U.S
• Be a U.S. Citizen and possess a valid U.S. Passport
• Be able to maintain, or already possess, a minimum SECRET level clearance
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience practicing as a veterinarian
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Effectively communicate and consult with other veterinary teams supporting canine missions in remote locations

Nice-to-haves

• Prior work experience with Explosive Detection Canines

Benefits

• Medical- No cost coverage for employee/ family
• Dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Enrollment in our company's 401(k) plan, subject to eligibility requirement
• Pay starts at $6,336 weekly while deployed