Part-Time Veterinarian

This position is supervised by: Chief Veterinarian

This position supervises/manages: None

Job Summary

Licensed veterinarian responsible for providing veterinary care for owned or sheltered animals. May be responsible for performing surgeries that include dentals, spay/neuter or other soft tissue surgeries.

Summary of Essential Responsibilities

• Performs all work in accordance with SPCA of Texas protocol.
• Humanely treat and care for all animals entrusted to the SPCA of Texas.
• Perform medical care to include, but not limited to, routine and sick examinations, preventative care, emergency triage and stabilization, heartworm treatment, dental procedures and soft tissue surgery.
• Administer and accurately monitor controlled substances.
• Maintain and complete patient records.
• Provide hands-on training, guidance, and mentorship to veterinary externs, fostering their clinical development and ensuring a supportive learning environment.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to both internal team members and external clients, consistently demonstrating kindness, compassion, and a commitment to positive communication.
• Serve as mentor to technical support staff.
• Be an ambassador for the SPCA of Texas, sharing the work and mission with your friends and family and be knowledgeable of the various ways to support our work.

Summary of Essential Job Tasks

• Must possess clear verbal and written communication skills to ensure accurate reporting of staff, animal health, or equipment concerns.
• Perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical procedures in a way that will deliver the highest quality care within the shelter while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.
• Maintain medical standards of care as set forth by SPCA of Texas protocol.
• Be able and willing to examine, diagnose, and treat disease and injuries of shelter animals that include, but not limited to, dogs, cats, livestock and exotics.
• Serve as a resource for the development of protocols regarding sanitary measures, feeding, disease prevention and population management.