Veterinary Medical Officer (Clinical Care) NF-04
U.S. Army Medical Command
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Posted: January 6, 2026 (9 days ago)
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Veterinary Medical Officer (Clinical Care) NF-04
U.S. Army Medical Command
Department of the Army
Location
Fort Irwin, California
Salary
$100,000 - $120,000
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for a veterinarian at a military base clinic who provides routine check-ups, treatments, surgeries, and preventive care for pets owned by service members and their families.
The role also involves managing records, running lab tests, and guiding support staff on animal health practices.
It's ideal for a licensed vet with hands-on experience in small animal care who can handle physical demands like lifting and standing for long periods.
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, kneeling, reaching, and restraining animals for extended periods
- Experience examining animals, treating diseases and injuries, and performing surgeries
- Skills in collecting and testing body fluids/tissues, interpreting lab results, and issuing health certificates
- Proficiency in maintaining medical records and providing administrative support
- Ability to oversee and train Animal Health Assistants on veterinary standards and care
Full Job Description
This position is located at the Fort Irwin 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, 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. Perform administrative duties such as maintaining legal medical health records.
- Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, and other body fluids for examination and diagnostic testing.
- Performs and interprets laboratory findings. Issues health certificates.
- Provides direction and oversight to Animal Health Assistants with regards to veterinary nursing skills, veterinary medical standards, and animal care.
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