Shelter Veterinarian

Responsibilities

• Performs high-quality high-volume spray neuter surgeries on shelter and owned companion animals of all sizes, as well as other soft tissue surgeries, such as enucleations, mass removals, laceration repairs, amputations, etc. as needed.
• Observes animals in shelter for signs of illness or injury.
• Provides medical oversight and support for animal cruelty investigations, including any necessary reports related to the condition and treatment of animals in protective custody.
• Works in our community clinic on a rotating basis, examining owned animals and recommending appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans and effectively communicates these options and plans with the animal owner. Ensures compliance with veterinary medical standards, practices, and procedures.
• Communicates and educates the RVTs, veterinary assistants, animal control officers and animal care technicians with relevant medical knowledge.
• Assists with training of veterinary students.
• Participates in off-site community outreach program that looks to connect and help the underserved population with access to veterinary care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

The company pays for and provides the following benefits:

• 40-hour work schedule (4 day work week, no weekends)
• 60 hours administrative leave, 80 hours vacation annually
• 10 paid holidays plus employee birthday
• Medical, dental and vision for the employee after minimal employee contribution for medical insurance premium
• 403(b) retirement program with employer match up to 7% of employee contribution after 1 year of employment
• $25,000 life insurance policy
• Paid continuing education to maintain active license
• Veterinary Professional Liability insurance
• Reimbursement for related licenses and membership to professional organizations
• Tuition debt forgiveness (PSLF) available by working for a non-profit with no tax payment on the amount forgiven

Qualifications

• Graduation with a degree in Veterinary Medicine
• Must possess valid State of California Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent license, in good standing
• No felony convictions or convictions of driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Valid California Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one, and a good driving record
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen