Scott Barnes, DVM
Moscow ,ID
Summary
Experienced Veterinary Medical Officer specializing in agricultural compliance, disease surveillance, and field inspections. Delivers effective regulatory enforcement and investigations that safeguard animal health and meet operational standards. Leverages strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills to enhance communication and compliance in regulatory settings.
Overview
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Certification
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Medical Officer
Idaho State Department of Agriculture
Boise, Idaho
05.1998 - Current
- Applied Idaho agriculture regulations during field inspections and site visits to uphold compliance standards.
- Monitored agricultural operations for sanitation and safety, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Investigated complaints regarding crop, livestock, and agricultural facility issues to ensure proper resolution.
- Worked with department staff on quarantine and enforcement activities.
Veterinary Assistant
Arcata Animal Clinic
Arcata, California
05.1993 - 06.1998
- Examined animals for behavioral changes or clinical symptoms indicating illness or injury.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Supported veterinarians during examinations and treatments, enhancing patient care at Arcata Animal Clinic.
- Monitored patients post-treatment or surgery, ensuring proper recovery and alerting veterinarians to any concerns.
Associate Veterinarian
North Palouse Veterinary Clinic
Potlatch, Idaho
05.1994 - 05.1998
- Performed physical examinations, laboratory tests, and clinical procedures on animals to diagnose their health issues.
- Diagnosed illnesses and injuries using clinical findings and diagnostic testing.
- Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options to pet and animal owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care.
- Advised clients on appropriate preventative care such as vaccines and internal and external parasite control.
- Practiced large animal veterinary services for farm operations, equine stables, and animal breeding businesses.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws governing veterinary practice operations.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Washington State University School of Veterinary M
Pullman, WA05-1994
Associate of Arts - Physical Sciences
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA05-1993
Graduate Studies - Disturbance Ecology in Range And Forestry
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA01-1989
Master of Arts - Zoology
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA05-1986
Skills
- Animal health assessments
- Disease surveillance
- Field inspections
- Agricultural regulations
- Compliance investigations
- Regulatory compliance
- Animal Cruelty investigations
Certification
- Veterinary License in Washington - Active
- Veterinary License in Idaho - Active
- Catigory II Federal Veterinary Accreditation for Idaho and Washington
Timeline
Veterinary Medical Officer
Idaho State Department of Agriculture
05.1998 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
North Palouse Veterinary Clinic
05.1994 - 05.1998
Veterinary Assistant
Arcata Animal Clinic
05.1993 - 06.1998
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Washington State University School of Veterinary M
Associate of Arts - Physical Sciences
College of The Redwoods
Graduate Studies - Disturbance Ecology in Range And Forestry
Humboldt State University
Master of Arts - Zoology
Humboldt State University