Veterinarian - General Practice (Surgery)

Who we are: Have you ever wondered what happens to cats and dogs whose owners are unable to afford veterinary care? The ASPCA’s Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. CM helps pet owners overcome barriers to care, bringing quality services directly to the communities that need us most and partially or fully subsidizing the cost of basic and preventive care. CM treats people and pets with dignity and respect, assisting pet owners in making informed decisions about their pets’ health and wellbeing regardless of their financial circumstances. When you work at the ASPCA, you join a team of over 1,000 dedicated colleagues with deep knowledge, skills, and passion for the animals we serve.

Help animals in need. Our highly skilled veterinarians, along with support from licensed technicians and assistants, provide essential services to the pets and rescue animals that need us most. CM’s team of medical professionals sees over 100,000 animals every year and there are many more that need our help. You won’t worry about the cost of services to your clients, experience minimal paperwork, and can focus on patient care, with opportunities for mentorship and training in high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter. Positions are on-site primarily based at the South Los Angeles Stationary Clinic, the Carson Community Veterinary Clinic, or ASPCA Mobile Clinics throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area and require occasional flexibility in reporting location.

Medical (60%)

Provide compassionate, quality preventive and basic care to patients, overseeing all aspects of veterinary care during a clinic day including physical examinations, diagnostics, treatment recommendations and delivery, prescribing of medications and discharge information

Perform pre-surgery physical examinations on all surgical candidates

Perform 25-40 high quality, high volume spay/neuter surgical procedures per clinic day at stationary or mobile clinics

Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications

Perform and oversee all aspects of minor outpatient surgical procedures

Triage and refer cases outside CM’s parameters of care as appropriate

Perform humane euthanasia in accordance with ASPCA policy and CM protocols

Communicate with clients in a non-judgemental, effective and professional manner; discuss examination and test results to help owners make informed decisions

Counsel owners about end-of-life and other sensitive medical concerns

Administrative/Teamwork (10%)

Document exam findings, test results and treatment recommendations according to ASPCA guidelines

Participate in veterinary/medical training of CM staff, ASPCA staff and students

Assist in determining the needed scope of services and provide input into medical protocols

Support research and development to benefit animals by participating in studies

Participate in CM’s monthly virtual medical rounds and attend workshops or meetings as requested

Occasional deployments with the National Field Response team for large-scale disaster or cruelty cases, for those willing

Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals

Focus on impact, specifically making change for animals

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent)

Current California State veterinary license – new graduates welcome

Able to perform physical examinations, outpatient surgical procedures and diagnose/treat cats and dogs

Ability to work standing for 8+ hours and handle potentially aggressive animals in stressful conditions

Willingness to commute to different locations to support CM clinics in the LA area

Work Experience

Mentorship provided for new graduates

Experience in high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter preferred

Experience in general small animal practice or shelter medicine preferred

Language

English (Required)

Bilingual (Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, etc.) Education and Work Experience

Veterinary Medicine (Required)

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The ASPCA was founded in 1866 to protect animals and is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. We operate a nationwide network of programs and services to prevent cruelty, advance sheltering and veterinary care, and support communities in need. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture.

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