Associate Veterinarian - Susan M. Markel Veterinary Hospital, Richmond SPCA (Part-Time)

Richmond SPCA • Richmond, VA

17d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Veterinarian works with doctors, licensed veterinary technicians, and support staff at the Susan M. Markel Veterinary Hospital to provide wellness, sick, and urgent care. The hospital follows an access-to-care model, delivering quality veterinary medicine to pets whose guardians may have limited financial resources. The role emphasizes mission-focused care, practical and compassionate treatment plans, and avoiding euthanasia for economic reasons. The veterinarian may also provide backup and operational support to the HQHVSN clinic or shelter medicine team as organizational needs arise.

The position is part-time, with a flexible schedule of up to 28 hours per week. Starting compensation is $60 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited college.
• Hold or be able to obtain a valid Virginia Veterinary License and DEA license in good standing.
• Deep commitment to the no-kill philosophy, shelter diversion, and serving vulnerable populations with dignity and empathy.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask with a positive can-do outlook, and communicate compassionately with diverse public clientele and internal shelter teams.
• Ability to remain on foot for a 10-hour shift; accommodations can be coordinated with physician recommendations.
• Ability to routinely lift, carry, or move up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable transportation, including during inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a shelter, spay/neuter clinic, or public veterinary hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical examinations and develop treatment plans for illnesses.
• Perform sterilizations and other routine surgeries, dental procedures, and soft tissue procedures.
• Use critical thinking to provide pragmatic, compassionate access-to-care treatment plans tailored to economically disadvantaged pet guardians.
• Interpret routine diagnostics, including radiography.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records.
• Collaborate with the veterinary team and provide backup and operational support to the HQHVSN clinic or shelter medicine team as needed.

Benefits

• Paid wellness leave.
• Access to the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer contribution of no less than 3%, if eligible.
• Employee discounts at the Susan M. Markel Veterinary Hospital.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree