Veterinarian

WISCONSIN HUMANE SOCIETY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is seeking a veterinarian interested in spay/neuter services, shelter medicine, or supporting their mission to make a difference for animals and the people who love them. WHS operates shelters in multiple counties across Wisconsin, including Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Door, Brown, and Kenosha, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis and a wildlife rehabilitation center in Milwaukee. The organization offers a wide range of services including adoption, youth programs, low-cost veterinary resources, retail, volunteer programs, and dog training. This role involves performing high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter surgeries for public and/or shelter animals, as well as other necessary surgeries for shelter animals. The veterinarian will ensure safe, effective, and efficient medical processes, provide vaccinations and medical screenings, monitor animal health, develop treatment plans, and offer medical information to clients. The position also involves training and supporting designated persons in patient care and clinic practices. WHS is an independent nonprofit, receiving no general government funding and not part of any national umbrella group. They are an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

DVM degree and license
Ability to partner with clients, staff, and volunteers from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated alignment with our mission, people-centered philosophy, and organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and positive approach
Ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work
Able to successfully meet the physical demands of the job, which include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions
Must be able to routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

High volume spay/neuter experience

Responsibilities

Perform high-volume, high-quality, safe spay/neuter surgeries for public and/or shelter animals
Perform other surgeries as needed for shelter animals
Ensuring safe, effective and efficient medical processes from check in to discharge, including follow-up
Vaccinating animals and providing quality medical screenings
Monitoring the daily health of clients and/or shelter animals
Develop and implement treatment plans as needed for animals in shelter and foster
Providing medical information to clients and answering questions as needed
Train and support any designated persons in all aspects of patient care and efficient/safe clinic practices, while maintaining a professional and positive approach
All other duties as assigned

Benefits

Paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holiday time
Health, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) retirement plan with company match
Paid family leave
Group term and voluntary life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Flexible spending plans
Health savings account (HSA)
Supplemental benefits to cover unexpected expenses
403(b) retirement plan
Mental health and counseling support: all employees and members of their household have access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with six free counseling sessions per year
Limited low-cost wellness and veterinary care services for staff members’ animals
Discounts on adoption fees, training classes, youth programs, retail and events
Support for student loans: WHS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer