Veterinary Medical Officer

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service · Location Negotiable After Selection

Full-timeDepartment of AgricultureHealthcare$58,000–$78,000/yr

About the Veterinary Medical Officer role

Veterinary Medical Officer positions focus on delivering results in their domain. This page aggregates open Veterinary Medical Officer roles and what employers typically expect.

Veterinary Medical Officers promote the health and welfare of animals and the public through diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. They investigate, inspect, and deal with animal diseases, animal pollution, animal welfare, contamination of food of animal origin, health and safety of imported animals and animal products, and safety and efficacy of a wide variety of animals. Multiple positions may be filled through this vacancy announcement through June 29, 2027. Incentives may be authorized.

Salary estimate

$58,000 – $78,000/yr

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