Veterinarian

Summary : Who we are :

Have you ever wondered what happens to cats and dogs whose owners are unable to afford veterinary care? We did. The ASPCA's Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. We help pet owners overcome barriers to care, bringing quality services directly to the communities that need us most and partially or fully subsidizing the cost of basic and preventive care. CM treats people and pets with dignity and respect, assisting pet owners in making informed decisions about their pets' health and wellbeing regardless of their financial circumstances. When you come to work at the ASPCA, you join a team of over 1,000 dedicated colleagues with deep knowledge, skills, and passion for the animals we serve.

What you'll do :

Help animals in need! Our highly skilled veterinarians, along with support from licensed technicians and assistants, provide essential services to the pets and rescue animals that need us the most. CM's team of medical professionals sees over 100,000 animals every year-and there are many more that need our help. No worrying about the cost of services to your clients, minimal paperwork, no on-call or overnight shifts, and no after-hours emergencies. You get to focus on your patients - and have a life! The ASPCA will support you professionally through mentorship and training in high-quality, high-volume spay / neuter. If you have limited experience with HQHVSN and have always wanted to become a better, more efficient surgeon, this is your opportunity to learn from the pros.

What you'll get :

• Work / life balance :

paid vacation time to relax

medical, dental, and vision insurance

Work Schedule :

This is typically a Monday - Friday, 8 hour schedule with flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled work day. Schedules are subject to change at the sole discretion of the ASPCA.

Responsibilities :

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Medical

Provide compassionate, quality preventive and basic care to patients, overseeing all aspects of veterinary care during a clinic day including physical examination, diagnostics, treatment recommendations and delivery, prescribing of medications and discharge information

Perform pre-surgery physical examinations on all surgical candidates

Perform 30-40 high quality, high volume spay / neuter surgical procedures per spay / neuter clinic day (individualized training provided by the ASPCA)

Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications

Perform and oversee all aspects of minor outpatient surgical procedures

Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques

Triage and refer cases that do not fall within CM's parameters of care as appropriate

Perform humane euthanasia in accordance with ASPCA policy and CM protocols

Provide support and medical services in special cases as needed, including evaluation and treatment of animals living in hoarding situations

Client Service

Communicate with all clients in a non-judgement, effective and professional manner; discuss physical examination and test results to allow pet owners to make informed decisions about their pet's care

Counsel owners about end of life and other sensitive medical concerns

Provide discharge instructions for patients and oversee the dispensing of medications

Occasionally support the ASPCA's Community Engagement team by providing medical care for pets at a client's residence / in the field when transporting to an ASPCA clinic location is not practical

Administrative / Teamwork

Document exam findings, test results and treatment recommendations according to ASPCA guidelines

Collaborate and foster good communication with ASPCA colleagues

Participate in veterinary / medical training of CM staff, ASPCA staff and veterinary and technical students by coaching, discussion, and demonstration

Assist in determining the needed scope of services provided by Community Medicine based on experience with patients and clients and provide input into medical protocols

Support the ASPCA's commitment to research and development to benefit animals across the country by participating in studies designed to improve access to care

Participate in CM's monthly virtual medical rounds, attend workshops or staff meetings as requested

For those willing / interested in travel, occasional opportunities to deploy with the ASPCA's National Field Response team to assist with large-scale disaster or cruelty cases

Exemplifies the ASPCA's Core Values :

Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals

Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes

Believes in Team - that we are stronger together

Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible

Focuses on Impact , specifically making change for animals

Compensation and Benefits :

Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future.

The target hiring range for this role is $148,000 - $156,000 annually.

For more information on our benefits offerings, visit our website .

Qualifications :

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent)

Current New York State veterinary license - new graduates welcome!

Fear Free Shelter certification is required within 60 days of hire

Knowledge of and ability to use low-stress handling techniques

Ability to efficiently perform physical examinations, outpatient surgical procedures and diagnose and treat cats and dogs

Sound clinical judgement and resiliency

Displays care and concern for the safety and well-being of self, animals, and others, especially in stressful situations

Able to work standing for 8 or more hours and bend, crouch, kneel and move freely to perform responsibilities that include handling potentially aggressive animals in stressful conditions

Work Experience :

We love new graduates and provide structured mentorship while you hone your skills

Experience in high quality, high volume spay / neuter preferred

Experience in general small animal practice or shelter medicine preferred

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Qualifications :

See above for qualifications details. Veterinarian License - Other

Language :

English (Required), Spanish

Education and Work Experience :

Doctorate : Veterinary Medicine (Required)

Our EEO Policy :

The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA's standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA's People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M / F / D / V).

About Us :

The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay / neuter clinic, mobile spay / neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA's vision - that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

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