Head Veterinarian - Shelter and Rescue
$115 per hourFinal Victory Animal Rescue INC
Spay/Neuter Surgery Focus | Part-Time to Full-Time | Flexible Schedule
Final Victory Animal Rescue – West Columbia, South Carolina
Final Victory Animal Rescue (FVAR), located in West Columbia, South Carolina , is seeking a compassionate and mission-driven veterinarian to join our team in a part-time to full-time capacity , depending on your preferred schedule.
This position focuses primarily on spay/neuter surgery and medical preparation of rescue animals for adoption and interstate transport , including exams and health certificates. The role offers the opportunity to practice high-impact shelter medicine in a collaborative rescue environment where your work directly saves lives every day. This role is new and will allow you to create your own workspace and practices.
FVAR is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue organization currently caring for approximately 250 animals at any given time , housed both in foster homes and at our rescue facility in West Columbia. We operate a lively local adoption program , while also partnering with adopters and like-minded rescue organizations in the Northeast and Canada. Approximately 50% of our animals are adopted locally and 50% are transported to adopters and rescue partners , creating a steady need for surgical care, preventative medicine, and transport health certificates.
This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys surgery, practical shelter medicine, and meaningful work outside of a traditional private practice setting.
Employment Type: Full TimeSalary: $115 - $150 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No
Vacancy posted 10 days ago
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