Shelter Veterinarian

American Veterinary Medical Association; Newport News (VA); In loco; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter in Newport News, VA is seeking a dedicated Veterinarian to join our veterinary program and help shape a compassionate, collaborative, mission-driven workplace culture. This role focuses on shelter medicine and supporting staff who perform lifesaving work.

You will provide diagnostic, preventive, and surgical care, supervise team members, and ensure accurate medical records.

Competenze

• Requires Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD from an accredited college of veterinary medicine.
• Current Veterinary License issued by the Virginia Board of Veterinary Medicine.
• Some professional clinical experience preferred, with emphasis in animal shelter medicine.

Mansioni

• Veterinary operations including diagnostic, preventive, and surgical care for animals in custody.
• Provide positive supervision to staff, coaching, evaluating performance, and fostering collaboration.
• Prepare, maintain, and review medical records, surgery reports, and incident documentation for accuracy.
• Collaborate on shelter-wide medical policies and deliver staff training for consistency and teamwork.
• Offer guidance on animal wellness, nutrition, grooming, and behavior; refer cases to full-service clinics when needed.
• Review shelter sanitation protocols and inspect facilities to maintain safe, humane conditions.

Formazione

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinariae Medicinae Doctor (VMD)

Descrizione del lavoro

The Peninsula Regional Animal Shelter is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinarian to join our veterinary program and help shape an uplifting, collaborative, and missiondriven workplace culture. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about shelter medicine and equally committed to supporting and inspiring the people who make our lifesaving work possible.

About the Role

Shelter Veterinarians provides diagnostic, preventive, and surgical care for animals in our custody and supports the operation of the shelter’s veterinary clinic. You’ll work closely with leadership and staff to maintain high standards of care and ensure each animal entering our facility is treated with respect and compassion. High volume spay/neuter experience is a plus, but not required — we’re happy to teach!

This position is central not only to animal health, but to nurturing a positive, respectful, and growthoriented culture across the shelter.

Key Responsibilities

• Veterinary operations, including laboratory functions, radiography review, wellness exams, screenings, medication administration, surgeries, and treatments.
• Provide positive, supportive supervision to all staff, including assigning tasks, coaching, evaluating performance, and building a culture of collaboration, trust, and shared learning.
• Prepare, maintain, and review medical records, statistics, surgery reports, and incident documentation to ensure accuracy and continuity of care.
• Collaborate on shelter-wide medical policies and procedures and deliver training to staff to ensure consistency, confidence, and teamwork.
• Offer guidance to staff and citizens on animal wellness, nutrition, grooming, and behavior; refer cases to fullservice veterinary clinics when needed.
• Review shelter sanitation protocols and inspect the facility to help maintain safe, healthy, and humane conditions for animals and staff.

About us

PRAS is a unique collaborative supported by four local communities: Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson, and York County, VA. Each year the shelter receives over 6000 animals. We strive to create a workplace where people feel appreciated, supported, and encouraged to grow. Our ideal candidate is not just an excellent veterinarian but a leader who elevates others through kindness, clarity, and collaboration.

Full Job Description: https://www.nnva.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17870/Veterinarian-PRT-Animal-Shelter

Requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college of veterinary medicine with a current Veterinary License issued from the Virginia Department of Health Professionals Board of Veterinary Medicine. Some professional clinical experience preferred, with emphasis in animal shelter medicine.

Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinariae Medicinae Doctor (VMD) required.