Shelter Veterinarian
Recruiting Partner: Gene Coughlin
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Healthcare Services | Not Remote | $120,000 to $140,000 | Job ID: 172422
Job Summary
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Join a mission-driven animal welfare organization making a positive impact on pets, wildlife, and underserved communities. This opportunity offers the chance to provide high-quality clinical care and practice progressive shelter medicine in a collaborative, modern facility known for compassionate, ethical standards and professional growth.
Veterinarian Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $120,000–$140,000 per year
- Competitive base pay with internal tiered compensation system rewarding skill growth and outreach
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Continuing Education (CE) PTO and allowance
- Paid vacation time
- Professional dues and license fee coverage
- Opportunities for mentorship, skill development, and advancement
Veterinarian Requirements & Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania
- USDA APHIS accreditation (or willingness to obtain)
- DEA license (or willingness to apply)
- Experience or strong interest in shelter medicine and high-quality, high-volume spay and neuter (HQHVSN) surgery
- Commitment to animal welfare mission and values
Veterinarian Preferred Background & Skills
- Interest or experience in community outreach and humane investigations
- Experience mentoring veterinary staff, students, or volunteers
- Familiarity with digital radiography, in-house lab work, or modern shelter management software
Veterinarian Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Provide medical and surgical care for shelter animals, public clinic patients, and wildlife
- Perform spay/neuter surgeries, dentistry, diagnostics, and HQHVSN procedures
- Develop and implement high-standard treatment protocols
- Mentor and support veterinary team members, students, and volunteers
- Participate in community programs, mobile clinics, and public outreach events
- Collaborate with external partners to improve overall animal care and outcomes
If you’re passionate about advancing animal welfare and want to make a tangible difference every day, consider joining a supportive team where your dedication is valued and rewarded.
JOB ID: 172422
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