Non Profit Veterinarian

Nysvms; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated veterinarian to join their team at a leading animal shelter. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of animals while enjoying a supportive work environment. You'll perform vital surgeries and examinations, collaborate with Animal Welfare Officers on cruelty cases, and provide wellness care for pets in need. With competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and a commitment to professional development, this position is perfect for both recent graduates and seasoned professionals eager to contribute to life-saving work in the community.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

403b Retirement Savings Plan

Pet Care Discount

100% Paid Professional Liability Coverage

100% Paid Life Insurance

Continuing Education Allowance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and one year of professional experience required.
• Current license to practice in Delaware and/or Pennsylvania is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgeries and exams on pets and shelter animals.
• Provide wellness exams and treat cruelty cases with Animal Welfare Officers.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgical Skills

Animal Welfare

Communication Skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Are you drowning in student loans and want to give back to your community, while doing what you love?

Put your veterinary skills and knowledge to use at one of the largest, most progressive animal shelters on the East Coast! We are in search of a full-time veterinarian to join the ever-evolving, fast-paced Brandywine Valley team.

Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned veterinarian, you will be afforded a unique and exciting experience available at our West Chester, Pennsylvania location. From performing surgeries & exams on privately owned pets or shelter animals awaiting adoption, treating cruelty cases on-location with our Animal Welfare Officers, to providing wellness exams for foster pets, you will be given the opportunity to utilize your related talents to help us continue our life-saving work.

The BVSPCA offers competitive salaries, paid time off, health and dental benefits, life insurance, and a company 403b (with matching) program. We pay for licensing and offer a continuing education allowance. We also have a bonus incentive program for diligent and dependable employees. The organization will provide scrubs, doctor’s coats, and jackets. Our organization has also been approved as a public service organization so you would be working towards getting your vet school loans forgiven!

Be part of the gratifying work we do and join the Brandywine Valley SPCA family!

We are located at the junction of Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey in the attractive Mid-Atlantic area. We are close to Delaware Beaches, Philadelphia, and Baltimore.

Health & Well-being

• 403b retirement savings plan with company
• Health/dental/vision insurance
• Paid time off package

Additional Benefits

• Pet Care Discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• Our organization is approved for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Minimum Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited college or university and one year of professional veterinary medical experience.
• Possession of a current license to practice veterinary medicine in Delaware and/or Pennsylvania or ability to get one.
• Shelter experience or high volume experience preferred but not required; willing to mentor the right candidate.