What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinarian position at Humane Animal Welfare Society - HAWS of Waukesha?
The Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County, Wisconsin (HAWS) is excited to add a dedicated Part Time Veterinarian to join our Spay/Neuter Clinic. This opportunity has the potential to grow into a full-time role.
As an open admission organization, HAWS supports more than 11,000 animals and welcomes more than 35,000 human visitors to our shelter annually. HAWS accepts animals regardless of the pet's age, health, temperament or breed. HAWS offers programs and services that promote responsible pet ownership, preventing animal abuse and neglect in our community and beyond. The clinic at HAWS embraces a community engaged model of care supporting pets in residence at the shelter and actively providing accessible wellness services to pets living in homes in the community. Our goal is to support pets and their people to stay together by providing accessible care to stop unnecessary shelter admissions.
Our clinic is growing, and we’re looking for a passionate, community driven veterinarian to join us! This is a unique opportunity to blend public-facing wellness care with high-impact shelter medicine all in a supportive, fast-paced, and genuinely fun environment.
As part of our team, you’ll work hands on both beloved pets and shelter animals, making a real difference every day. From routine wellness visits to high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter surgeries, your skills will directly support pets and the people who love them.
At HAWS, our wellness clinic is all about accessible, compassionate care for the community, and we’re proud of the impact we make together.
Why You'll Love This Role:
- Flexible, part-time schedule
- No evenings. No weekends.
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture
- A chance to truly give back to your community
What You'll Do:
- Provide wellness and sick exams in our accessible, community focused clinic.
- Perform high-quality spay/neuter surgeries for shelter, rescue, and community animals.
- Deliver compassionate medical care to shelter pets, foster animals, and community pets.
- Communicate with pet owners to support positive outcomes.
What Makes You a Great Fit:
You’re a skilled veterinarian who thrives in a high-volume surgical setting and enjoys variety. Whether it’s spay/neuter, dentistry, soft tissue, or even orthopedic or ophthalmic procedures, you’re excited to grow and make an impact.
You're Also:
- Compassionate and positive
- Self-motivated and team-oriented
- Passionate about community and shelter medicine
Qualifications:
- DVM degree from an accredited university
- Active State Veterinary License
- Comfort working with publicly owned animals and shelter populations
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, sometimes noisy environment
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Ability to be on your feet for extended periods and lift as needed
Compensation:
Salary is based on experience, with a full-time equivalent range of $118,000–$135,200, prorated for part-time hours.
Perks & Benefits:
- 401(k) with organizational match
- No evenings or weekends
- Discounted care for your own pets
- Discounts on HAWS programs
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance (for full-time roles)
If you’re looking for meaningful work, a great team, and a place where your skills truly matter, we’d love to meet you.
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief statement about why you are interested in joining our team via email to Nichole Janny, Business and Culture Director, at nichole@hawspets.org.
Salary : $118,000 - $135,200