Senior Staff Veterinarian

Overview The ASPCA’s Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through stationary and mobile clinics in underserved communities. This role focuses on delivering high‑volume spay/neuter surgery and preventive care, with minimal paperwork and a focus on work/life balance. Compensation Target hiring range $160,000 – $170,000 annually. Compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance and qualifications. Salary may be modified in the future. Benefits Affordable health coverage, including medical, employer‑paid dental, and optional vision coverage as well as employer‑paid life and long‑term disability insurance. Flexible time off including vacation, sick and bereavement, paid parental leave, company holidays, and paid personal time off. Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings: veterinary state license fee reimbursement and a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions – match dollar for dollar up to 4% and an additional 4% contribution each year. Robust professional development opportunities including structured mentorship, three paid continuing education days and a $1,500 CE stipend. Work Schedule and Location This is typically an 8‑hour schedule with occasional flexibility. On‑site positions are primarily based at the Brooklyn Community Veterinary Clinic, Bronx Community Veterinary Clinic, or ASPCA Mobile Clinics throughout the Greater New York City Area. Schedules and locations are subject to change at the sole discretion of the ASPCA. Responsibilities Medical Provide compassionate, quality preventive and basic care to patients, overseeing all aspects of veterinary care during a clinic day including physical examination, diagnostics, treatment recommendations and delivery, prescribing of medications and discharge information. Perform pre‑surgery physical examinations on all surgical candidates. Perform 30–40 high‑quality, high‑volume spay/neuter surgical procedures per clinic day. Diagnose and treat post‑surgical complications. Perform and oversee all aspects of minor outpatient surgical procedures. Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals, staff, and clients using low‑stress handling techniques. Triage and refer cases that do not fall within CM’s parameters of care as appropriate. Perform humane euthanasia in accordance with ASPCA policy and CM protocols. Direct and oversee support staff in providing information and instructions to pet owners and dispensing medications. Document exam findings, test results and treatment recommendations according to ASPCA guidelines. Collaborate and foster good communication with ASPCA colleagues. Participate in CM’s monthly virtual medical rounds, attend workshops or staff meetings as requested. For those willing/interested in travel, occasional deployment with the ASPCA’s National Field Response team to assist with large‑scale disaster or cruelty cases. Mentoring & Training Assist with mentoring Community Medicine Veterinarians as needed. Provide peer training through coaching, discussion, and demonstration of skills necessary to be a successful CM PPC veterinarian and perform HQHVSN (High‑Quality, High‑Volume Spay Neuter). Lead team refresher trainings on emergency protocols. Participate in the training of Veterinary Residents, Interns and Externs. Assist in determining the effectiveness and efficiency of new medical protocols by piloting new protocols in the clinic environment and providing feedback. Support the ASPCA’s commitment to research that will benefit animals across the country by participating in studies designed to improve access to care. Client Service Communicate with all clients in a non‑judgemental, effective and professional manner; discuss physical examination and test results to allow pet owners to make informed decisions about their pet’s care. Counsel owners about end‑of‑life and other sensitive medical concerns. Qualifications Current New York State veterinary license or ability to obtain one before start. Proven ability to perform 30–40 high‑quality, high‑volume spay/neuter surgical procedures per clinic day. Ability to mentor and train veterinary professionals. Fear Free® Shelter certification required within 60 days of hire. Knowledge and ability to use low‑stress handling techniques. Ability to efficiently perform physical examinations, outpatient surgical procedures and diagnose and treat cats and dogs. Sound clinical judgement and resiliency. Displays care and concern for safety and well‑being of self, animals and others. Ability to work standing for 8 or more hours and bend, crouch, kneel and move freely to perform responsibilities that include handling potentially aggressive animals in stressful conditions. Demonstrate ASPCA core values and behavioral competencies. Education and Experience Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent) required. Minimum 3 years of HQHVSN experience required. Minimum 3 years shelter medicine or practice in an access‑to‑care clinic required. Language Requirements English required. Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr