Staff Veterinarian - Urgent Care

ARIZONA HUMANE SOCIETY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO

8 paid holidays

401(k) with employer contribution

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pet discounts

CE dollars

License fees paid

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Arizona Humane Society seeks a full-time Veterinarian for our cutting-edge Urgent Care Clinic at Papago Park Campus in Phoenix. This frontline role requires compassion, composure under pressure, and a commitment to lifesaving care during critical hours.

You will support pets in crisis and join a team dedicated to exceptional standards. The position features a swing shift schedule, competitive salary, and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Above-average client communication skills to interact with pet owners.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced urgent care setting.
• Strong teamwork to coordinate with staff and clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate owned animals brought in for appointments; perform exams, diagnostics, therapeutics and develop medical plans.
• Create clear owner instructions and thorough medical records compliant with standards.
• Dispense and monitor controlled substances per DEA standards; maintain records.

Skills

Client communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD

Job description

Staff Veterinarian – Urgent Care

The Arizona Humane Society is seeking a dedicated, full-time Veterinarian to join our team at the brand-new and successful Urgent Care Clinic at our Papago Park Campus!

This exciting role offers a unique swing shift schedule-perfect for night owls and those looking to make a real impact during critical hours.

Be part of a groundbreaking initiative and help us save lives when it matters most.

Paws Up For Great Benefits!

• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Free Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks!
• Continuing education dollars
• Payment of applicable licenses (DEA, State).
• Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!

A Day in the Life:

You chose veterinary medicine because you're driven by compassion-and a commitment to make a difference when it matters most. You thrive under pressure, think fast on your feet, and bring clarity to chaos. At our urgent care clinic, we're the frontline for pets in crisis-those who can't wait, who need someone now. We're their safety net and their advocate. If you're ready to stand on the front lines of care and be a lifeline for animals in need, we'd be proud to have you on our team.

Essential Functions

In the clinic –

• Must have a humane attitude towards animals and the ability to work with a host of personalities in a team environment with a positive attitude.
• Must possess above average client communication skills and an ability to work efficiently.
• Evaluate owned animals brought in for appointments. Perform physical exams, diagnostics, therapeutics and determine appropriate medical plan.
• Provide clear instructions and guidance to all clients to ensure that we set up owners for success.
• Efficiently give clear recommendations, treatment plans, written discharges and a thorough medical record for each patient.
• All medical records must satisfy the Arizona Veterinary Medical Examining Board standards.
• Able to efficiently perform minor surgical procedures.
• Able to multitask.

Administrative –

• Create and maintain all medical records in a timely and efficient manner.
• Monitor, dispense and log all controlled substances according to standards established by the DEA
• Ensure that all continuing education requirements are fulfilled to maintain your D.V.M. license.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education / Certifications / Licenses:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine OR Veterinary Medical Doctor Degree
• Must be licensed to practice in Arizona.

Experience:

• Minimum of one year of experience in a veterinary clinic, ideally in an urgent care or emergency setting.

Other Duties

• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and background screening to be compliant with DEA requirements for dispensing controlled drugs.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

There may be occasional wet floors, animal noises, odors, and dander. Most time will be spent in a typical air conditioned and heated environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

The Arizona Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the E-Verify program.

Are you recent graduate?

Did you know that Veterinarians awarded with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree after January 1, 2023 may be eligible for up to $100,000 in loan forgiveness through the Arizona Board of Regents? Veterinary Loan Assistance Program | Arizona Board of Regents (azregents.edu)