What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shelter Veterinarian (Full-time, Part-time, Relief) position at Humane Society of Washington County?
Shelter Veterinarian
Are you passionate about the “underdog” and want to play an essential role in saving the lives of thousands of homeless animals a year? This position is for you!
The Humane Society of Washington County (HSWC) is seeking a licensed Veterinarian to oversee the individual and herd health of animals at a mid-sized animal shelter (non-profit with a county contract). This position plays a pivotal role in triaging incoming animals, performing rounds, supporting case animals, and partnering with leadership to ensure humane population management and disease control are at the forefront of our work. Most animals are cats and dogs, but small mammals, exotics, and some large animals are also housed on occasion.
The ideal candidate is licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Maryland and is available to work 32 hours a week.
The ideal candidate is known for a positive, mission-driven work ethic and the ability to communicate with diplomacy, tact, and empathy. This individual also has a sound understanding of shelter medicine and herd management principles and is passionate about seeking positive outcomes for sheltered animals.
(This position participates in the on-call rotation with other Veterinarians. Response is predominantly phone and email based.)
Pay and Benefits:
- Salary between $125,000 and $150,000, commiserate with training and experience
- $10,000 sign-on bonus ($5,000 after 90 days; $5,000 after first year)
- Reimbursement available for DEA licensing and Fear Free Certification
- Stipend available towards annual CE requirements
- Relocation assistance available
- 8 paid holidays
- Birthday off
- 80 hours of accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) a year
- Paid family and pet bereavement leave
- Retirement Plan- matched up to 3%; full vesting immediately
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account available for employee contributions
- Employment counts towards the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discount on in-house retail, adoptions, and veterinary services
- Discount through Purina Professionals program
Please visit www.hswcmd.org/job-opportunities to see the full job description for this position.
If you have the qualifications and desire to make a positive impact on the lives of animals, we encourage you to apply!
The Humane Society of Washington County (MD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $124,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $124,000 - $150,000
