Emergency Care Veterinarian job

Veterinarian
Reports to the Medical Director
Join the Team at Cincinnati Animal CARE
At Cincinnati Animal CARE (CAC), we do work that matters.
Every day, our team protects animals, supports our community, and helps save thousands of lives each year through compassionate care, advocacy, and education.
We are a team built for impact, made up of people who care deeply, work hard, support one another, and show up every day committed to making a difference.
If you are passionate about animals, thrive in a mission-driven environment, and want your work to have purpose, we’d love to have you join us.
We are looking for a Veterinarian to join our team and play an important role in supporting CAC’s mission.
Provide medical care to our shelter animals and perform spay and neuter and other common surgeries.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys meaningful work, takes pride in helping others, and wants to contribute to a growing organization making a real impact in the community.
Perform physical exams, vaccinations, and general surgery, including but not limited to spay/neuter and soft tissue surgery
Provide emergency and critical care to shelter animals
Lead a team of Vet Techs and Assistants responsible for monitoring the health of our shelter animals
Contribute to the establishment of shelter medicine best practice animal care and treatment and infectious disease prevention
Evaluate and make recommendations for the humane euthanasia of irremediably suffering animals in accordance with CACHS policies and protocol
Perform humane euthanasia for animals irremediably suffering (for medical reasons and behavioral reasons that impact public safety)
Perform necropsy exams for our Dog Warden Officers, as well as, provide comprehensive documentations, recommendations, and interpretations of findings
Prepare documentation and provide expertise to our Dog Warden Department on-site, in the field, and in court
Communicate with veterinarians in the community regarding the care and ongoing treatment of CACHS animals that have been transferred to their practice
Effectively communicate the medical condition and status of CACHS animals to the public and shelter partners as requested by shelter management
Maintain medical records in Animals First software
Work with the Medical Director to monitor and update shelter standards and protocol of animal care, handling, and sanitation.
Assist with the development of public-facing veterinary care for the HASS (Human Animal Support Services program for the purpose of pet retention and community support)
Stay current on shelter medicine best practice and follow shelter protocol
Perform any other shelter duties as directed by the Medical Director or Shelter Director
Is passionate about CAC’s mission and animal welfare
Must be 18 years or older
Must be a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Must have a veterinary license in the State of Ohio
Must receive continuous and ongoing training and education
Adherence to the applicable provisions of the Organization’s Policies & Procedures, the HR Policy Manual, and any other procedures, rules, regulations, and policies set forth by appropriate authorities
Must have personal integrity and remain free of felony convictions
Experience caring for animals in a safe, effective, and humane manner
Experience with a variety of animals including cats, dogs and small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, and other exotics with training provided.
Knowledge of shelter medicine best practice
Knowledge of and commitment to high levels of customer service
Knowledge of animal behavior patterns and disease symptoms
Training in high-volume spay/neuter surgery
Familiarity with large animals preferred but not required
Prior shelter or kennel experience preferred but not required
Growth and development opportunities
A workplace where your work directly impacts animals and the community
Retirement plan with employer match
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; Exposure and handling unvetted animals and their waste is frequent.

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