Emergency Care Veterinarian job

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.

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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