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Supplemental Questionnaire

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2292 Shelter Veterinarian (PEX-2292-099391)

Supplemental Questionnaire

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

All applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire as part of the online application process. The questionnaire will be used to assess each candidate’s possession of the minimum qualifications for the for the 2292 Shelter Veterinarian.

Responses to items on the Supplemental Questionnaire must be supported by the information provided on the application. This information is subject to verification. Please be sure to include all relevant education, professional licenses, certifications or registrations and work experience in the respective Education, Professional Licenses/Certifications/Registrations, and Employment Record section of the application.

Resumes are NOT used or reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications or to determine your score/rank. A resume should not be submitted to substitute for a completed application. If you write “See Resume” on the application or on the Supplemental Questionnaire, your application may be rejected. Verification of required education, experience, and valid licensure certifications/registrations may be collected at any time.

If you experience technical difficulties, make note of any error messages and contact the analyst before the filing deadline. Responses should be consistent with the information on your employment application and are subject to verification.


1

Do you possess a doctor’s degree in veterinary medicine from a college or university recognized by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine?

Yes No
2A.

How much verifiable veterinary work experience working in an animal shelter, kennel, or Veterinary Hospital Facility do you possess? (NOTE: One year is equivalent to working 2,000 hours)

1 month (minimum) to 11 months (maximum) of verifiable experience.
1 year (minimum) to 1 year and 11 months (maximum) of verifiable experience.
2 years (minimum) to 2 years and 11 months (maximum) of verifiable experience.
3 years (minimum) to 3 years and 11 months (maximum) of verifiable experience.
4 years or more of verifiable experience.
I do not have any verifiable experience as described.
2B.

Of the experience mentioned in question 2A, how much RECENT verifiable veterinary experience do you possess with soft tissue surgery? (NOTE: One year is equivalent to working 2,000 hours)

1 month (minimum) to 11 months (maximum) of verifiable experience.
1 year (minimum) to 1 year and 11 months (maximum) of verifiable experience.
2 years (minimum) to 2 years and 11 months (maximum) of verifiable experience.
3 years (minimum) to 3 years and 11 months (maximum) of verifiable experience.
4 years or more of verifiable experience.
I do not have any verifiable experience as described.
2C.

Describe the type of surgical procedures you have performed within the last 12 months and the frequency with which you performed them, on average.

3.

Do you possess a valid license issued by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine to practice as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine?

Yes No
4.

Do you possess a valid California driver’s license?

Yes No
5.

Do you possess a DEA license?

Yes No
6.

Are you accredited with the United States Department of Agriculture - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service’s National Veterinary Accreditation Program?

Yes No
7.

Describe your interest in animal welfare/shelter medicine and why you decided to apply for a position specifically with the San Francisco Animal Care and Control.

8.

Employees are expected follow the policies and procedures that have been established by the department, and to work within the department’s organizational structure. How would you handle any issues you may have regarding existing policies and procedures? 

9.

As with any shelter, there are limited resources available to care for large numbers of animals. As a medical professional, how would you work within these limitations when considering treatment options for individual patients (knowing you will be unable to provide specialized/ high-level care in most situations, and in some cases may need to consider euthanasia)? How do you feel you could balance the needs of the individual animal versus the needs of the overall shelter population? Do you consider this an ethical conflict? Why or why not?

 

CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that all information is true and based on my education, training, skills, and experience. I understand that any false or incorrect statement may result in my disqualification of the selection process for this position and/or dismissal from employment with the City and County of San Francisco. I also understand and agree that any information provided is subject to verification.