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SPCA Westchester and Cody’s Clinic is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lead Veterinarian to join our team. Our facility provides comprehensive care for shelter animals, as well as offering veterinary services to the public. The position serves as a key member of the Clinic and Rescue Center team and will foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal welfare, a strong work ethic, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, where every day provides new experiences and challenges.
Hours: Full-Time, this is typically a Monday – Friday, 8-hour schedule with flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled hours.
Key Responsibilities
Veterinary Services:
- Responsible for general oversight of all medical and surgical functions.
- Manage ordering and on-site inventory of controlled substances, including oversight of controlled substances logbooks and monthly drug count.
- Perform surgical procedures including HQ/HV spay/neuter and dentistry.
- Provide outstanding veterinary care to owned, homeless, stray and TNR pets including surgeries, physical exams, diagnostics, dispensing medication, treatment plans, preventative medicine, case management, and humane euthanasia as needed.
- Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications.
- Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques.
- Knowledge of population and individual animal health management, disease prevention control, and epidemiology strongly desired.
- Proven decision-making and diagnostic skills and an interest in pursuing treatment options with limited resources.
- Practice incremental medicine, using critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Collaborate with Rescue Center staff to develop & implement care plans for shelter animals.
- Educate pet owners on preventive healthcare and general care practices.
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with SPCA Westchester policies and regulations.
- On-call phone consultations for evenings, weekends and holidays, on a rotational basis.
- Participate in community outreach programs and events to promote shelter services.
- Oversee and supervise medical staff, in conjunction with Clinic Manager and COO.
- Ability to foster a positive work environment and be viewed as a motivator and leader.
- Contribute to initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
- Effectively and compassionately communicate with owners of pets and the community.
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary school.
- Current veterinary license in New York State.
- Experience in a shelter environment is preferred, but not required.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Compassion for animals and dedication to improving their health and well-being.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401K with employer funded match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Professional development support.
- NY & PLIT license fees covered
SPCA Westchester is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
SPCA Westchester is a no-kill, 501(c)3 not-for-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to saving homeless, abused and abandoned animals and to protecting animals from cruelty and neglect through education and enforcement of humane laws.
Seniority level
- Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
- Employment type
Full-time
- Job function
Health Care Provider - Industries Non-profit Organizations
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