Veterinarian

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As a Shelter Veterinarian, you will be the clinical lead responsible for the health and well-being of animals within our care. This role balances high-volume surgical tasks with herd health management and individual patient diagnostics in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Medical Care & Diagnostics: Perform physical exams, diagnose illnesses, and develop treatment plans for a diverse population of shelter animals.
• High-Volume Surgery: Conduct routine spay/neuter procedures and necessary soft-tissue surgeries (e.g., mass removals, enucleations, or dental extractions).
• Herd Health Management: Implement protocols for infectious disease control, sanitation, and preventative medicine (vaccinations/parasite control).
• Forensic & Legal Support: Provide medical evaluations for animal cruelty investigations and testify as an expert witness when required.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor veterinary technicians and assistants to ensure a high standard of medical practice.

Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) from an accredited university.
• Licensure: Active veterinary license in the state of practice and a valid DEA registration.
• Skills: Proficiency in high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter (HQHVSN) and a strong understanding of shelter medicine principles.
• Attributes: Compassion, ability to make sound decisions under pressure, and a commitment to animal welfare.

Why Join Us?

This position offers the unique opportunity to make a direct impact on animal lives and community public health. We provide a collaborative environment focused on "saving lives" rather than just "managing cases."

Note: This role often requires flexible scheduling, including occasional weekends or on-call emergency rotations.

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person