Shelter Veterinarian (Full-Time)

Humane Society of Harford County; Fallston (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Humane Society of Harford County as a dedicated Shelter Veterinarian providing high-quality care to homeless animals. You will diagnose and treat various animals, oversee health and surgical procedures in a supportive environment that prioritizes compassionate care. The shelter has a robust veterinary suite and an impressive live-release rate, promoting a nurturing space for both animals and staff.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

No on-call duties

Supportive Environment

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Maryland.
• Knowledge of high-quality high-volume spay/neuter protocols preferred.
• DEA license and MD CDS license (reimbursable expense) required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat animals, stabilizing ill and injured animals.
• Oversee day-to-day herd health.
• Manage spay/neuter surgery suite and perform surgeries.

Skills

Knowledge of shelter medicine protocols

Compassionate care

Education

Licensed Veterinarian in Maryland

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

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We are looking for a dedicated Shelter Veterinarian to join our team and play a key role in providing high-quality care to homeless animals in need.

We are a progressive, open-admission shelter with an annual intake of approximately 3,500 animals (including dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, reptiles, birds, farm animals, and wildlife) and a 93% live release rate. Our 19,000-square-foot shelter facility boasts a large multi-room veterinary suite with new equipment and a well-stocked pharmacy. Compassionate care of our animals is our top priority, and we do our best to provide the resources needed to be successful.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating animals, stabilizing ill and injured animals, overseeing day to day herd health, and overseeing our spay/neuter surgery suite and/or performing spay/neuter surgeries for shelter pets. The veterinary department, when fully staffed, includes five full-time vet techs. Knowledge of shelter medicine protocols, particularly high-quality high-volume spay/neuter, is strongly preferred. Humane Alliance training is a huge plus! Must be licensed to practice in Maryland or willing to become licensed in the state. Must possess or be willing to obtain a DEA license and MD CDS license (this is a reimbursable expense).

Be a part of our passionate team working hard to improve the lives of animals in our community! The compensation is $130,000.00 – $160,000.00 per year.

• Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Employee assistance program, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, Vision insurance, Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), No on-call duties, Supportive Environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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