Relief Shelter Veterinarian: HQHVSN & High-Volume Care

San Francisco SPCA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 207,000 - 272,000; Full time

Job summary

San Francisco SPCA is seeking relief veterinarians to perform high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter surgeries for shelter animals and provide comprehensive medical care. You will oversee population health and ensure adherence to best practices in shelter medicine, collaborating with RVTs, veterinary assistants, and behavior staff to craft individualized care plans.

Daily duties include exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning to support lifesaving outcomes and animals preparing for adoption

Qualifications

• Requires DVM or equivalent degree.
• Must hold a current California license in good standing.
• Shelter medicine and HQHVSN experience required.
• Commitment to animal welfare and team-based care.

Responsibilities

• Perform High Quality High Volume Spay Neuter surgeries for shelter animals.
• Provide daily medical care for shelter animals, including exams, diagnostics and treatment planning.
• Oversee population health and ensure adherence to best practices in shelter medicine.
• Collaborate with RVTs, veterinary assistants, and behavior staff to create individualized care plans.
• Support lifesaving outcomes by preparing animals for adoption and transfer.

Skills

HQHVSN experience

Team-based care

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Job description

San Francisco SPCA is seeking relief veterinarians to perform high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter surgeries for shelter animals and provide comprehensive medical care. You will oversee population health and ensure adherence to best practices in shelter medicine, collaborating with RVTs, veterinary assistants, and behavior staff to craft individualized care plans.

Daily duties include exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning to support lifesaving outcomes and animals preparing for adoption