Shelter Veterinarian & Team Lead

DuPage County Animal Services; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBSIL plans

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

IMRF pension

Job summary

DuPage County Animal Services seeks a Veterinarian to join the Animal Services Department. The role focuses on clinical veterinary care, shelter medicine, and leadership within a remodeled facility.

The successful candidate will perform exams, vaccinations, surgeries, and contribute to humane animal care in a community shelter setting, with a supportive benefits package and pension plan.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice veterinary medicine in Illinois.
• One year of supervisory and shelter medicine/surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and uphold animal care standards and medical treatment protocols.
• Manage disease control in large groups of animals at the county shelter.
• Oversee sanitation and hygiene protocols for staff and facilities.

Education

AVMA-approved Veterinary College

DVM or VMD degree

Job description

DuPage County Animal Services seeks a Veterinarian to join the Animal Services Department. The role focuses on clinical veterinary care, shelter medicine, and leadership within a remodeled facility.

The successful candidate will perform exams, vaccinations, surgeries, and contribute to humane animal care in a community shelter setting, with a supportive benefits package and pension plan.