Veterinarian, ASPCA Poison Control (Regional Remote)

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Summary: Who We Are The ASPCA Poison Control Center (APC), is the leading animal poison control call center in the nation. The APC’s professional team supports veterinarians and pet owners 24/7 using a proprietary database containing over four million cases. The APC is committed to protecting and improving the lives of animals through promotion of poison prevention and publication of new findings. The APC handles over 400,000 calls annually, providing assistance to hundreds of thousands of pets each year. What You’ll Do The Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology (CVCT) systematically gains toxicology knowledge through the APC’s staged training and mentoring process. The CVCT plays a critical role at the APC managing cases regarding animals that have been exposed to potentially dangerous substances. The environment is fast paced, challenging, and loaded with support to help achieve success. The person in this position shares our expertise with veterinarians, animal owners, and others (e.g., law enforcement, etc.) who are involved in cases. In addition, the CVCT provides consultation for support staff, advising them in managing APC cases. The CVCT participates in other projects and events that are established to support APC work, further education, and enhance communication within the ASPCA. The ASPCA supports our staff with career development. CVCTs may be eligible to sit for the American Board of Toxicology exam after 3 years and the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology exam after 3 years. In addition to toxicology board certification, the CVCT has career opportunities in a variety of departments and locations within the ASPCA. Where and When You’ll Work This is a regional remote position. Candidates must be U.S. based and reside within a 350-mile radius of the ASPCA Office in Champaign, IL for the duration of employment, and be available for travel to Champaign, IL. Relocation assistance may be offered to candidates who currently reside outside of the 350- mile radius and are willing to relocate. Schedule: • This is a late evening position that includes nights, evenings, and holidays. • Once proficiently trained, this position may work a full overnight shift approximately 3-5 times per year or a partial overnight shift 6-10 times per year to cover vacations for our overnight staff. We provide the option of a full overnight shift (10:00p – 6:00a) and partial overnight shifts (4:00a – 12:00p or 8:00p – 4:00a) or a mix of the two. • Schedules are subject to change at the sole discretion of the ASPCA. What You’ll Get Compensation and Benefits: Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future. The base salary range for this role is $98,500 - $105,500. Staff in this role may be eligible for additional pay such as shift differential, per diem, or a spot bonus. For more information on our benefits offerings, click here. Benefits: At the ASPCA, you don’t have to choose between your passion and making a living. Our comprehensive benefits package helps ensure you can live a rewarding life at work and at home. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: • Affordable health coverage, including medical, employer-paid dental, and optional vision coverage. • Flexible time off that includes vacation time, sick and bereavement time, paid parental leave, 10 company paid holidays, and paid personal time off that allows you even more flexibility to observe the days that mean the most to you. • Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions — we match dollar for dollar up to 4% and provide an additional 4% contribution toward your future each year. • Robust professional development opportunities including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship with industry-leading peers, internal mobility, opportunities to support in the field, and so much more. Additional Work Benefits: • Work/life balance: • The option of five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts after the 3 month training period. • Paid vacation, sick, and personal time • Continuing education days and allowance • Ten paid holidays/floating holidays • Comprehensive, low-cost benefits package • Growth opportunities: • The ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a veterinarian and a leader • Employment at APC is considered qualifying toxicology work experience for the American Board of Toxicology (ABT) and the Ameri

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