Veterinary Surgeon: Lead High-Volume Shelter Surgeries

SPCA Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 120 hours

CE days

CE allowance $2,000 first year

Six paid holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Pet care discounts

Employer-sponsored benefits

No weekends

Flexible scheduling options

Job summary

SPCA Florida is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to perform high‑volume spay/neuter surgeries for public‑owned animals and community cats. Candidates should be prepared to learn additional specialty procedures and lead the surgery department with strong clinical judgment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with technicians in a fast‑paced, supportive nonprofit environment that values animal welfare, professional growth, and work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from an accredited institution.
• Active Florida, unrestricted veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
• DEA license (or ability to obtain)
• Small animal veterinary experience
• Strong surgical skills, specialty surgeries, and ability to maintain a busy surgical schedule
• Positive leadership abilities
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to lead surgery department operations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative team‑oriented attitude
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Willingness to assist with occasional emergency surgeries
• Commitment to animal welfare and SPCA Florida's mission

Responsibilities

• Perform high‑volume spay/neuter surgeries for public‑owned animals and community cats.
• Possess experience with or be willing to learn additional specialty surgical procedures (amputations, pyometra, enucleations, soft tissue procedures).
• Lead surgery department operations with strong clinical judgment.
• Collaborate with technicians and staff to ensure quality patient care.
• Assist with occasional emergency surgeries as needed.
• Contribute to program development and animal welfare initiatives.

Skills

Strong surgical skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

DVM / VMD

Job description

SPCA Florida is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to perform high‑volume spay/neuter surgeries for public‑owned animals and community cats. Candidates should be prepared to learn additional specialty procedures and lead the surgery department with strong clinical judgment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with technicians in a fast‑paced, supportive nonprofit environment that values animal welfare, professional growth, and work‑life balance.