Senior Director, Veterinary & Shelter Medicine

Aspcapro; Woodfin (NC); Sur place; USD 150 000 - 164 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Flexible time off

Professional development

Résumé du poste

ASPCA in Weaverville, NC is seeking a Senior Director, Veterinary Services to lead veterinary care at the Behavioral Rehabilitation Center (BRC) and mentor shelter medicine professionals. The role balances internal clinical leadership with external consultation and training to strengthen care across ASPCA programs and partner shelters.

The position involves managing two Managers, Veterinary Services, collaborating with behavior and operations teams, and guiding humane, evidence-based medical

Responsabilités

• Oversee veterinary assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical case management for dogs in the BRC's care, integrating medical care with behavioral rehabilitation goals
• Provide timely, high-quality, practical veterinary care in accordance with ASPCA protocols, shelter medicine principles, and best practices
• Oversee review of medical records for canine candidates for the BRC behavior modification program and liaise with transferring organizations’ veterinary teams
• Conduct daily rounds, informing treatment plans and priorities
• Ensure daily population health and implement treatment, quarantine, isolation, and PPE recommendations
• Oversee use of psychotropic medications and consult with veterinary behaviorists as needed
• Perform humane euthanasia when appropriate with compassionate, low-stress procedures
• Provide a safe, trauma-informed environment for animals, staff, and clients
• Maintain regular communication with ASPCA veterinary colleagues and align protocols and trainings

Connaissances

Veterinary leadership

Shelter medicine

Mentorship

Training

Cross-functional collaboration

Low-stress handling

Communication

Critical thinking

Description du poste

ASPCA in Weaverville, NC is seeking a Senior Director, Veterinary Services to lead veterinary care at the Behavioral Rehabilitation Center (BRC) and mentor shelter medicine professionals. The role balances internal clinical leadership with external consultation and training to strengthen care across ASPCA programs and partner shelters.

The position involves managing two Managers, Veterinary Services, collaborating with behavior and operations teams, and guiding humane, evidence-based medical