Shelter Veterinarian — High-Volume Spay/Neuter Expert

SEAACA; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Paid personal days

401(a) retirement savings plan with 16

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Short term disability

License renewal

Employee Assistance Program

Life/AD&D insurance

Annual conference travel

Professional development

Uniforms

Job summary

SEAACA in the Southeast Los Angeles area seeks a Staff Veterinarian to maintain the health of all animals in SEAACA’s care, including dogs, cats and other species. The role reports to SEAACA Manager and requires a California veterinary license and a DVM degree.

Responsibilities include vaccination, spay/neuter surgeries, medical treatment, and collaboration with the Chief Veterinarian. On-call duties are required; a comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities are

Qualifications

• DVM degree and CA veterinary license required.
• Excellent surgical skills required.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management and ability to work independently.
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• On-call availability.
• Pre-employment physical and background check required.
• Desirable: high-volume spay/neuter experience; animal forensics knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Examine animals for prospective adoptions to ensure health
• Vaccinate against Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and other canine/feline diseases
• Perform spay and neuter surgeries
• Collaborate with Chief Veterinarian to ensure up-to-date medical and surgical practices
• Maintain a culture of collaboration within the Veterinary Services team
• Treat injured or ill animals in SEAACA's care
• Monitor quarantines for bite incidents
• Assist field officers in cruelty investigations or rescues requiring medical care
• Participate in euthanasia decisions and train staff to perform procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Surgical skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Time management

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

On-call availability

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) license in CA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SEAACA in the Southeast Los Angeles area seeks a Staff Veterinarian to maintain the health of all animals in SEAACA’s care, including dogs, cats and other species. The role reports to SEAACA Manager and requires a California veterinary license and a DVM degree.

Responsibilities include vaccination, spay/neuter surgeries, medical treatment, and collaboration with the Chief Veterinarian. On-call duties are required; a comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities are