As an Army Veterinarian Officer, you can practice in three primary areas: animal medicine, veterinary public health and research and development. You will be responsible for treating government-owned animals and the valued pets of service members and their families.
Army Veterinary Corps Officers are also responsible for programs ensuring the safety and security of Department of Defense food supplies, both here and abroad. Approximately one-third of Veterinary Corps Officers are involved in Research and Development in an incredible range of focus areas, from basic breast cancer research to vaccine development.
Many times, Army Veterinarians deliver public health programs around the world such as vaccination programs in Ecuador, teaching Thai veterinary technicians, or supporting Foot and Mouth Disease eradication efforts in Mongolia.
The responsibilities of a Veterinary Corps Officer may include:
- Commanding and controlling Veterinary Corps units during emergency and non-emergency medical situations
- Coordinate employment of Veterinary Corps Soldiers at all levels of command, from platoon to battalion and higher, in U.S. and multi-national operations.
Veterinary Officers may continue to specialize and serve in the Veterinary Corps at ever increasing levels of leadership and responsibility.
Responsibilities of a Veterinary Corps Captain may include:
- Commanding and controlling part of a Field Hospital, installation Dental or Medical Activity (DENTAC or MEDDAC), or larger Health Services Command.
- Coordinate employment of Veterinary Corps Soldiers at all levels of command, from company to division level and beyond, in U.S. and multi-national operations.
- Develop doctrine, organizations and equipment for unique veterinary missions.
- Instruct veterinary skills at service schools and veterinary training centers.
- Serve as a Veterinary advisor to other units, including Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve organizations.
Phone, Fax & E-mail
Phone: 918-444-3067
Fax: 918-444-3065
E-mail: nsurotc@nsuok.edu
