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Posted: February 5, 2026 (2 days ago)

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Veterinary Medical Officer (Clinical Care) NF-04

U.S. Army Medical Command

Department of the Army

Fresh

Location

Location not specified

Salary

$82,000 - $90,000

per year

Closes

February 19, 2026More Army jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a veterinarian working at a military clinic in Japan, where you'll provide routine check-ups, treat illnesses and injuries in pets owned by service members, perform surgeries, and run lab tests to keep animals healthy.

It's ideal for an experienced vet who enjoys hands-on animal care, can handle physical demands like lifting and standing for long periods, and is comfortable working overseas with limited local medical resources.

You'll also guide support staff and manage records to ensure smooth operations.

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited school
  • Valid unrestricted state license to practice veterinary medicine in any US state
  • Ability to lift 45 lbs and perform physical tasks including standing, walking, restraining animals, kneeling, and reaching for extended periods
  • Experience examining animals, treating diseases and injuries, conducting surgeries, and collecting samples for diagnostic testing
  • Skills in interpreting laboratory findings, issuing health certificates, and maintaining medical records
  • Ability to provide oversight and direction to animal health assistants on nursing skills and care standards
  • USDA/APHIS accreditation (highly preferred for best qualification)

Full Job Description

***ACCESS TO MEDICAL AND DENTAL CARE IN JAPAN IS EXTREMELY LIMITED.

Additional information can be found in the "Next Steps" section under the "Additional Information" section of this announcement.

*** This position is located at the Yokosuka, Japan Veterinary Treatment Facility. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid. Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following: Possess a degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA).

Possess a valid unrestricted state license to practice veterinary medicine (may be a valid state license from any US state). Official transcripts must be provided prior to time of hire.

Unofficial college/university transcripts may be uploaded for initial qualification screening In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified": Possess active United States Department of Agriculture/ Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS) accreditation.

Physical Requirement: Ability to lift 45 lbs and long periods of standing, walking, restraining, kneeling, reaching and sitting, etc.

Must have use of fingers; Both hand and both legs are required; Position requires exposure to intermittent excessive noise. The information provided on your resume should be clear and specific.

You will be rated based solely off of the information provided within your resume. Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience and the duties performed. Major Duties:

  • Serves as the clinic Veterinarian performing wellness appointments on a population of privately-owned animals and advising owners on proper immunizations and disease prevention.
  • Examine animals, treat diseases and injuries, conduct surgeries. Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, and other body fluids for examination and diagnostic testing.
  • Performs and interprets laboratory findings. Issues health certificates.
  • Perform administrative duties such as maintaining legal medical health records.
  • Provides direction and oversight to Animal Health Assistants with regards to veterinary nursing skills, veterinary medical standards, and animal care.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/5/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/6/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: O2NAFAV-26-12880052