The track veterinarian, is employed by the racing association and serves as a professional advisor and a consultant to the racing association and its operational staff at the track. An important duty for the veterinarian is the pre-race inspection of all horses scheduled to race. This inspection is performed to determine, in the veterinarianâs professional opinion, whether a horse is able to compete.
(These function are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)
Delivers superior internal and external guest service the Pinnacle Way by ensuring every interaction includes our Six Core Service Standards (Look sharp, smile and greet the guest; Be friendly, polite and use courteous language; Provide especially timely and knowledgeable service and then some; Always find solutions to guestsâ problems; Use the guestâs name when appropriate; Thank the guest and invite him or her back.); and work harmoniously with fellow team members.
Examines all horses before they enter their first race (at the meet) to determine their soundness and fitness for racing. (The Racing Vet may prohibit any horse he or she considers "unfit" from racing until such time as the horse gains a good condition.)
Besides assisting the State Vet in covering "morning rounds," the Racing Vet accompanies the horses all the way from the paddock through the parade to the starting gate, reporting to the stewards any horse in questionable physical condition.
Follows and observes (from track vehicle) the racing horses, and examines any mounts which appear to be in physical distress after the race. (The Racing Vet has the authority to have a horse placed on the Vets List, and is expected to recommend to the stewards the placement of horses on the Stewards List.)
Administers emergency treatment to racing horses in the event of an accident or injury. This vet has the authority to humanely destroy - on the spot - any animal which is, in his or her opinion, injured beyond repair.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.