Shelter & Spay/Neuter Veterinarian

AzVMA; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation stipend

15 days PTO

Health insurance allowance

Job summary

New Frontier Animal Medical Center in Martinsville, Virginia, is searching for a dedicated Veterinarian to provide vital care for shelter animals and run a spay/neuter clinic. You will conduct surgeries and oversee health protocols, making significant impacts on animals' lives. This role offers a starting salary of $120,000, a sign-on bonus, and a flexible schedule with generous PTO.

You’ll work with a supportive team and have access to advanced medical resources. If you're passionate about animal welfare and ready to make a meaningful difference, apply now.

Qualifications

• DVM and current Virginia veterinary license required for the position.
• Experience with spay/neuter procedures and surgeries essential.
• Effective communication skills for interaction with staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Perform spay/neuter surgeries and other surgical procedures.
• Oversee medical care for shelter animals.
• Communicate with fosters, adopters, and volunteers.

Skills

Spay/neuter experience

Surgical procedures

Communication skills

Record keeping

Collaboration

Education

DVM and current Virginia veterinary license

Job description

At the Martinsville-Henry County SPCA, every day is about second chances. For over 50 years, we have been a cornerstone of animal welfare in our community, and with the opening of the Louise R. Lester Spay/Neuter Clinic in the Fall of 2021, our impact has grown even stronger. We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate Veterinarian to help lead that mission by providing veterinary care to shelter animals as well as running our spay/neuter clinic. From surgery to wellness care to making compassionate end-of-life decisions, your work will have an immediate and meaningful impact.

You will be supported by a collaborative team and equipped with many updated medical resources, including digital radiograph, dental radiograph, human-grade ultrasound, blood analyzer machines, and a fully outfitted dental cart. These tools allow you to provide high-quality care every day to animals in need. We are looking for someone ready to step into a role where they are truly needed, someone who understands that access to veterinary care can change the course of an animal’s and a human's life.

This position offers a starting salary of $120,000, along with a sign‑on bonus and relocation stipend. Additional benefits include a primarily Monday through Thursday schedule with some Saturdays, 15 days of PTO (not including the 6 major holidays), and an allowance for health insurance, licensing fees, and other professional expenses. The need is real, and the impact is immediate. If you are ready to make a difference where it matters most, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform spay and neuter surgeries for all shelter animals as well as public animals through our spay/neuter clinic
• Perform other surgical procedures, including dentals
• Oversee medical care and treatment plans for shelter animals
• Develop and manage shelter medicine and disease prevention protocols
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure timely, appropriate care
• Maintain accurate medical records in Shelterluv and Idexx Neo
• Communicate with fosters, adopters, and volunteers regarding animal health
• Participate in community wellness and outreach clinics
• Perform medical and behavioral euthanasia as deemed necessary for shelter animals as well as public animals. We do not euthanize for space

Qualifications:

• DVM and current Virginia veterinary license
• DEA license or ability to obtain
• Valid driver’s license
• Authorized to work in the US
• Minimum 1 year spay/neuter experience