Shelter Veterinarian - Compassionate Care & Surgery

Ltd Global; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

The Staff Veterinarian role at Ltd Global focuses on delivering high‑quality medical care within a shelter environment. You will work closely with an experienced veterinary team to support a busy shelter medicine program aimed at improving animal health and outcomes.

Responsibilities include medical evaluations, spay/neuter surgeries, diagnostic testing, anesthesia, emergency care, and collaboration with staff for humane treatment.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced veterinary or clinical environment.
• Shelter medicine experience is highly desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Examine, diagnose, and prescribe treatment for animals in care.
• Provide emergency medical care when needed.
• Perform surgical sterilization procedures (spay/neuter) for dogs, cats, and rabbits.
• Monitor the health of the shelter population and collaborate with staff to identify, manage, and treat contagious diseases, including zoonotic diseases.
• Participate in medical and surgical case discussions with veterinary staff.
• Maintain accurate and legally compliant medical records.
• Develop clear medical treatment plans and document diagnoses, treatment, and prognosis.
• Consult with veterinary specialists when appropriate.
• Conduct diagnostic procedures such as x-rays, bloodwork, cytology, and fecal testing.
• Perform necropsies and prepare reports when required.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Emergency care

Surgical skills

Zoonotic awareness

Education

DVM degree

Tools

X-ray equipment

Diagnostic laboratories

Job description

The Staff Veterinarian role at Ltd Global focuses on delivering high‑quality medical care within a shelter environment. You will work closely with an experienced veterinary team to support a busy shelter medicine program aimed at improving animal health and outcomes.

Responsibilities include medical evaluations, spay/neuter surgeries, diagnostic testing, anesthesia, emergency care, and collaboration with staff for humane treatment.