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Staff Veterinarian – South Mountain Clinic
The Arizona Humane Society is seeking a full time Staff Veterinarian to join our South Mountain Clinic. If you are a talented Veterinarian continue to read more now!
Paws Up For Great Benefits!
Join our mission-driven, non-profit veterinary team and make a meaningful impact by helping keep people and pets together. As a competitively compensated veterinarian, you'll provide low-cost or free general practice care to underserved community members, bridging the financial gap for pet owners who might not otherwise seek treatment. This role offers more than just a job it's a purpose-driven career in a supportive, collaborative environment that values work-life balance, including four-day work weeks, as well as compassion, innovation, excellence, and fun.
In this role, you will perform physical exams, diagnostics, and treatments to develop appropriate care plans for owned animals, clearly communicating recommendations and post-operative instructions to pet owners. You'll conduct general surgeries, including spay/neuter and dental procedures, and occasionally support the care of shelter animals while guiding veterinary technicians. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate medical records in compliance with Arizona regulations, managing controlled substances per DEA standards, and contributing to the continuous improvement of clinic services and community impact. You'll collaborate closely with leadership, uphold licensure requirements, and participate in ongoing education to stay at the forefront of veterinary care.
Job Requirements
This position requires continuous standing, walking and kneeling, reaching, stooping and bending with little opportunity to sit down. This person must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. The position requires repetitive motion of the hand, wrist and elbow as well as good vision and hearing. Must be able to hear above the sound of the animals and be able to speak clearly and communicate well with employees
and the public. This individual handles a high volume of animals, has a great deal of contact with all departments and works closely with co-workers; is exposed to poor ventilation, heat, cold, sudden temperature changes and wet quarters as well as noise, animal odors and dander as well as potentially dangerous, fast-moving animals.
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.
Ready to Join our team and make a difference every day?
Explore all of our current career opportunities here: Careers - Arizona Humane Society
Must pass pre-employment drug and background screening to be compliant with DEA requirements for dispensing controlled drugs.
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The Arizona Humane Society is seeking a full time Staff Veterinarian to join our South Mountain Clinic. If you are a talented Veterinarian continue to read more now!
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
- Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!
- Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks!
Join our mission-driven, non-profit veterinary team and make a meaningful impact by helping keep people and pets together. As a competitively compensated veterinarian, you'll provide low-cost or free general practice care to underserved community members, bridging the financial gap for pet owners who might not otherwise seek treatment. This role offers more than just a job it's a purpose-driven career in a supportive, collaborative environment that values work-life balance, including four-day work weeks, as well as compassion, innovation, excellence, and fun.
In this role, you will perform physical exams, diagnostics, and treatments to develop appropriate care plans for owned animals, clearly communicating recommendations and post-operative instructions to pet owners. You'll conduct general surgeries, including spay/neuter and dental procedures, and occasionally support the care of shelter animals while guiding veterinary technicians. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate medical records in compliance with Arizona regulations, managing controlled substances per DEA standards, and contributing to the continuous improvement of clinic services and community impact. You'll collaborate closely with leadership, uphold licensure requirements, and participate in ongoing education to stay at the forefront of veterinary care.
Job Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine OR Veterinary Medical Doctor Degree and licensed to practice in Arizona.
- Two years of experience in veterinary practice with an emphasis on quality medicine and surgery.
- Skilled in performing spay and neuter surgeries with a high level of proficiency.
- Able to speak, read, write and understand English. Spanish language is helpful.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Explorer; able to learn other software programs as necessary. Proficiency with or able to learn/use Chameleon software (for use with animals in a shelter environment).
This position requires continuous standing, walking and kneeling, reaching, stooping and bending with little opportunity to sit down. This person must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. The position requires repetitive motion of the hand, wrist and elbow as well as good vision and hearing. Must be able to hear above the sound of the animals and be able to speak clearly and communicate well with employees
and the public. This individual handles a high volume of animals, has a great deal of contact with all departments and works closely with co-workers; is exposed to poor ventilation, heat, cold, sudden temperature changes and wet quarters as well as noise, animal odors and dander as well as potentially dangerous, fast-moving animals.
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.
Ready to Join our team and make a difference every day?
Explore all of our current career opportunities here: Careers - Arizona Humane Society
Must pass pre-employment drug and background screening to be compliant with DEA requirements for dispensing controlled drugs.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro