Shelter Veterinarian: High-Impact, High-Volume Surgery

HumanePro; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision benefits

403b retirement with matching

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

NOCO Humane in Colorado (Northern Colorado) is seeking a full-time veterinarian to lead shelter medicine, perform high-volume surgeries, and guide staff across departments to improve animal health and outcomes. The role emphasizes ethical decision-making, medical protocol development, and community program support.

The position offers a $115,000–$120,000 annual salary with relocation assistance, full-time exempt status, and opportunities to impact thousands of pets and their families.

Qualifications

• Colorado veterinary license or eligibility for licensure.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Eligibility to carry a DEA license.

Responsibilities

• Perform spay/neuter, dental, and other surgeries for shelter animals and limited owned animals.
• Conduct exams, diagnostics, treatment planning, and ongoing medical management.
• Join medical rounds and partner with Animal Care, Behavior & Enrichment, Foster & Transfer, Client Services, and Operations on population health.
• Guide veterinary technicians, assistants, students, interns, and volunteers during patient care.
• Make sound decisions on treatment, quality of life, transfers, and humane euthanasia.
• Support community programs like vaccine and spay/neuter clinics.
• Help the Chief Veterinarian develop medical protocols and train staff on shelter medicine, biosecurity, and disease prevention.
• Keep accurate medical records and ensure compliance with PACFA, DEA, and organizational policies.
• Support other campuses as needed.

Skills

Colorado veterinary license

DEA license eligibility

Professional liability insurance

Companion animal medicine & surgery

Electronic medical records

Valid CO driver’s license

Rabies vaccination willingness

Job description

NOCO Humane in Colorado (Northern Colorado) is seeking a full-time veterinarian to lead shelter medicine, perform high-volume surgeries, and guide staff across departments to improve animal health and outcomes. The role emphasizes ethical decision-making, medical protocol development, and community program support.

The position offers a $115,000–$120,000 annual salary with relocation assistance, full-time exempt status, and opportunities to impact thousands of pets and their families.