Staff Veterinarian - Trauma Hospital

Arizona Humane Society

$120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree, and Arizona license or ability to obtain it.
  • Active DEA license required.
  • 2-3 years of veterinary practice experience required.
  • Preferred experience working in an animal shelter.
  • Above average surgical and dental skills preferred.
  • Orthopedic surgical skills a plus.
  • Ability to work well in a team and provide exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee treatment of sick, injured, and abused animals brought in by Emergency Animal Medical Technicians.
  • Administer excellent patient care using well-equipped trauma hospital facilities.
  • Perform physical exams, diagnostics, and therapeutics for animals.
  • Conduct general surgery, dentistry, and spay/neuter for shelter animals.
  • Provide care instructions to veterinary technicians.
  • Promote professionalism through positive interactions with employees and stakeholders.
  • Lead by example in a mission-driven organization.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
  • Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account options.
  • 401(k) with employer contribution.
  • Generous paid time off program including up to 8 paid holidays per year.
  • Continuing education allowance and reimbursements for licensing and memberships.
  • Discounts on veterinary services and pet-friendly perks.
  • Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
  • Possibility of loan assistance with rewards up to $100,000.
Full Job Description
Staff Veterinarian - Trauma Hospital

This position is at our state-of-the-art Papago Park Campus which opened in 2024 and pays $120,000+ depending upon skills and experience.

If you are an energetic Veterinarian with at least 2-3 years of experience, including surgical and dental, looking to make a difference in a mission-driven organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Competitive benefits including a generous paid-time off policy and pet friendly perks.

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A Day in the Life:

Oversee the treatment of animals, including those that are sick, injured, and abused and are brought in by our nationally recognized Emergency Animal Medical Technicians. Administer excellent patient care in a well-equipped trauma hospital with in-house lab equipment, digital x-ray, and ultrasound. Perform physical exams, diagnostics, therapeutics, and determine appropriate disposition for animals. Treat shelter animals, including general surgery, dentistry, and spay/neuter. Provide accurate care instructions to a team of veterinary technicians. Serve as a positive leader and promote a professional image through interactions with employees, donors, stakeholders and the media.

Qualifications:
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Medical Doctor Degree and license to practice in Arizona (or ability to obtain AZ license).
  • Active DEA license required.
  • 2-3 years of experience in a veterinary practice required.
  • Experience working in an animal shelter preferred.
  • Above average surgical and dental skills preferred.
  • Orthopedic surgical skills a plus.
  • Must work well in a team environment and provide exceptional customer service internally and externally.


Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

Language Skills: Able to speak, read and write English; Spanish language helpful.

Mathematical Skills: Understanding of retail and cash handling operations required.

Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Explorer; able to learn other software programs as necessary. Proficiency with or ability to learn/use Chameleon software (for use with animals in a shelter environment).

Paws Up For Great Benefits!
  • Competitive salary
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account options
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Generous PTO program
  • Up to 8 paid holidays per year
  • Continuing Education allowance
  • Reimbursement for AZ Veterinary License, DEA License, AZVMA Membership, AVMA/PLIT, and VIN membership.
  • Discounts on veterinary services and other pet friendly perks
  • Working at AHS may make you eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Veterinarians working at AHS may be eligible for the Arizona Veterinary Loan Assistance Program with rewards up to $100,000. See site for details .


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