Shelter Veterinarian & Medical Team Leader

City of Midland, TX; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Midland, TX seeks a compassionate Veterinarian to serve as medical backbone of our Animal Services facility. You will provide high-quality care, perform spay/neuter surgeries, and shape progressive shelter practices that prioritize animal wellness and community safety.

With a modern surgical suite and retention incentives including student loan reimbursement, this role offers opportunities to mentor staff, collaborate with public partners, and drive measurable impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited university.
• Texas veterinary medicine license required.
• 3 years of experience preferred but not required.
• DEA registration (Schedule 2–5) required.
• Valid Class C driver’s license required.
• Strong reading comprehension for complex documents.
• Advanced math skills for analysis and budgeting.
• Ability to write editorials, journals, manuals, or critiques.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily rounds and assess health and welfare of shelter animals.
• Provide preventive care, diagnostics, triage, and basic surgical care.
• Perform sterilization surgeries on shelter population.
• Order and administer medications in compliance with laws.
• Supervise staff and train team; coordinate with partners.
• Assist in vaccination planning and community outreach.
• Participate in budget planning with Animal Services Manager.

Skills

Clinical veterinary care

Shelter medicine

Staff mentorship

Policy interpretation

Preventive care

Emergency care

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Texas veterinary license

Job description

The City of Midland, TX seeks a compassionate Veterinarian to serve as medical backbone of our Animal Services facility. You will provide high-quality care, perform spay/neuter surgeries, and shape progressive shelter practices that prioritize animal wellness and community safety.

With a modern surgical suite and retention incentives including student loan reimbursement, this role offers opportunities to mentor staff, collaborate with public partners, and drive measurable impact in the community.