JOBS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Southern California Race Track Regulatory Position Santa Anita Race Track
Southern California Race Track is seeking qualified applicants to fill a full time position of a Horse Racing Regulatory Veterinarian. This is a paid hourly position. The ideal candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. Must be licensed, or eligible to be licensed, by the California Board of Veterinary Examiners, with a minimum of two years of equine experience, preferably in a racetrack setting. Work is typically performed outdoors in horse barns and at the racetrack. Attention to detail is critical, team player, and communication skills a must. Candidate must be willing to work alternate work schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Interested candidates should contact:
Dr. Laurie Bohannon Email: elbow72@gmail.com
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Performs pre-race/pre-work examinations to determine a horse’s fitness and soundness to race/work
- Morning training on track horse soundness evaluations and attend to on-track emergency situations
- record keeping with computer application
- Performs duties on the racetrack, including paddock, and ambulance
- Assists in post-race exams and testing procedures with necessary record keeping
- Advises racing officials on matters pertaining to veterinary medicine
- Other duties as assigned