Shelter Medicine Associate Veterinarian

SAN FRANCISCO SPCA • San Francisco, CA

96d • $150,000 - $247,500

About The Position

Join a team at the intersection of exceptional veterinary care and social change. At the San Francisco SPCA, we believe every animal deserves compassionate, high-quality care—whether they’re already in a home or still searching for one. As a nonprofit rooted in equity and innovation, we focus on delivering care that is not only excellent, but efficient and strategic, so we can save more lives and serve more animals. We are seeking a Shelter Medicine Associate Veterinarian who is a skilled, mission-driven team member ready to shape the future of shelter medicine in one of the country’s most progressive animal welfare organizations. In this hands-on clinical role, you’ll be an integral part of a dedicated team that provides medical care to thousands of homeless animals annually, while supporting local and regional partners to improve outcomes across San Francisco and California. This position isn’t just about treating animals—it’s about transforming systems.

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
• Current California veterinary license (or ability to obtain one)
• Comfortable in surgery – or ready to build toward performing 25-35 spay/neuter procedures per day, plus other procedures
• Previous shelter medicine experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Be an integral part of and inspire a dedicated team that provides medical care to thousands of homeless animals each year.
• Partner with shelters across San Francisco and California to improve outcomes, build stronger systems, and share best practices.
• Balance compassion with strategy—developing efficient, evidence-based approaches that create healthier populations and faster paths to adoption.
• Work collaboratively across the organization to bring new ideas to life and ensure every animal gets the chance they deserve.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan and contribution matching
• Student debt relief program
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
• Discounts on retail and pet supplies
• Discounts on veterinary care at our SF SPCA Mission Campus Veterinary Hospital and Spay/Neuter Clinic

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees