Veterinarian
About The Position
San Diego Humane Society is hiring a full-time Veterinarian for our Shelter Medicine team! San Diego Humane Society provides vital services to animals and people by sheltering and adopting animals, investigating animal cruelty and neglect, inspiring compassion in people through education, pet-assisted therapy and much more. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to provide high quality medical services in efficient manner and care for a variety of well, sick and injured animals, including high volume/high quality spay and neuters. This role delivers service at the gold standard level in alignment with the SDHS Way, to meet the needs of animals and the people who love them by leading with compassion, finding creative solutions, providing personalized care and building connections. If you’re passionate about making an impact in the animal welfare movement, we’d love to talk to you.
Requirements
- DVM/VMD degree from accredited university, and ability to obtain a veterinary license in state of CA required.
- Must obtain permanent CA veterinary license within one (1) year of appointment.
- At least one (1) year experience working as a DVM required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be approved by SDHS insurance carrier to drive a company or personal vehicle for work purposes.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of internship experience in the field of veterinary medicine, or more than one year of experience working as a DVM is preferred.
- Prior experience with high volume surgeries and with herd health and/or large populations of animals is very helpful.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for medical examinations, medical care and monitoring of the health and welfare of animals in the care of SDHS, animals from contract agencies, and privately owned animals participating in our community programs.
- Spay and neuter surgeries are performed daily, and additional soft tissue and orthopedic surgery as needed
- Evaluate and make recommendations for, and perform humane euthanasia of suffering or unhealthy animals according to SDHS policies and protocols
- Work at SDHS sponsored clinics, on-site or in the community, inside or outside of normal business hours, and help cover between SDHS campuses as directed by Medical Director/Hospital Director
- Prepare documentation and provide expertise to Humane Law Enforcement on-site, in field and in court
- Participate in SDHS education programs by mentoring externs and interns
Benefits
- Competitive pay and paid time-off (including your Birthday Day Off!)
- Comprehensive benefits package, training and well-being programs
- 403(b) retirement plan with 5% match after 1 year
- Free pet adoptions, pet vaccines and spay/neuter services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
