PRINCIPAL DUTIES: Provide accurate and efficient recordkeeping of veterinary care provided to animals; ensure staff training, competency and adherence to protocol; perform or supervise the performance, recording and reading of laboratory tests and procedures; Assist in the monitoring of the conditions of animals in the shelter and address any conditions which might warrant veterinary attention; assist in maintaining healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals under the care of the Pennsylvania SPCA at all times; Perform high volume, high quality spay and neuter surgeries; Responsible for recognizing and managing infectious diseases among the population; Perform other surgical procedures as needed, dependent on comfort level; Provide follow up care for fostered or recently adopted animals; Perform or assist with Forensics for our Humane Law Enforcement division. Admit and release animals in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner and through managed recordkeeping, inform volunteers, staff, and the public of any pertinent medical information on the animal's care; assist staff and volunteers whenever necessary to assure smooth, courteous handling of the public and their pets; Work courteously and cooperatively with staff and volunteers to ensure that all established procedures and policies of the Pennsylvania SPCA are followed; follow established procedures governing safe work practices including, but not limited to, wearing protective clothing and/or equipment when necessary; perform duties in a manner that encourages attainment of goals, contributions and business for the Pennsylvania SPCA and its programs; Assist when needed in other departments or locations; The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.