Staff Veterinarian - Trauma Hospital
About The Position
The Arizona Humane Society is seeking an energetic Veterinarian with at least 2-3 years of experience, including surgical and dental, to join their mission-driven organization. This position is located at their state-of-the-art Papago Park Campus and offers a salary of $120,000+ depending upon skills and experience. The role involves overseeing the treatment of sick, injured, and abused animals, administering excellent patient care in a well-equipped trauma hospital, performing physical exams and diagnostics, and providing general surgery, dentistry, and spay/neuter services. The veterinarian will also provide care instructions to veterinary technicians and serve as a positive leader within the organization.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Medical Doctor Degree and license to practice in Arizona (or ability to obtain AZ license).
- Active DEA license required.
- 2-3 years of experience in a veterinary practice required.
- Must work well in a team environment and provide exceptional customer service internally and externally.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Explorer; able to learn other software programs as necessary.
- Proficiency with or ability to learn/use Chameleon software (for use with animals in a shelter environment).
- Must pass pre-employment drug and background screening to be compliant with DEA requirements for dispensing controlled drugs.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in an animal shelter preferred.
- Above average surgical and dental skills preferred.
- Orthopedic surgical skills a plus.
- Spanish language helpful.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the treatment of animals, including those that are sick, injured, and abused and are brought in by our nationally recognized Emergency Animal Medical Technicians.
- Administer excellent patient care in a well-equipped trauma hospital with in-house lab equipment, digital x-ray, and ultrasound.
- Perform physical exams, diagnostics, therapeutics, and determine appropriate disposition for animals.
- Treat shelter animals, including general surgery, dentistry, and spay/neuter.
- Provide accurate care instructions to a team of veterinary technicians.
- Serve as a positive leader and promote a professional image through interactions with employees, donors, stakeholders and the media.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account options
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Generous PTO program
- Up to 8 paid holidays per year
- Continuing Education allowance
- Reimbursement for AZ Veterinary License, DEA License, AZVMA Membership, AVMA/PLIT, and VIN membership.
- Discounts on veterinary services and other pet friendly perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Eligibility for the Arizona Veterinary Loan Assistance Program with rewards up to $100,000.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
