What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinarian / Veterinary Surgeon position at Animal Friends of the Valleys?
Who we are:
Animal Friends of the Valleys (AFV) is the leading animal shelter for the cities of Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Canyon Lake and Wildomar, and small parts of Riverside County. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides top-quality animal welfare and animal control services for our client cities. If you are looking for a way to make a difference and not just a job, AFV is exactly what you’re looking for!
Who we’re looking for:
Veterinarian / Veterinary Surgeon
What you will be doing:
- Average of 25 - 45 spay/neuter surgeries per day (depending on the mix) that directly reduces pet overpopulation in 6 cities
- Shelter Medicine
- Some General Veterinary Practice
- Minor dental treatment
- Perform vaccinations, diagnostic treatment and physical examinations to determine proper sheltering / placement of animals
- Utilizing appropriate medical equipment, perform sterilization and other surgeries as needed on animals; administer anesthesia and/or other medications as required.
- Full job description available upon request
What you’ll need:
- Must have current California Driver’s License.
- Must have current California Veterinary License.
- Must have Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent.
- Must have background in small animal medicine and surgery; primarily dogs, cats and rabbits.
What can we offer you?
- $95 - $137 per hour (DOE)
- Directly contribute to the reduction of pet overpopulation in 6 cities
- Be part of an amazing team that loves and cares for the animals that need them.
- Work in the newly constructed Low-Cost Spay and Neuter Clinic
- Opportunities for additional training
- Opportunity to mentor and influence veterinary interns, externs and staff
- Uniform Allowance (scrubs)
- Professional Veterinary License renewal fee reimbursement
- Opportunity to be part of the first veterinary team in new Spay and Neuter Clinic
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance benefits available.
- Colonial Voluntary Insurance
- 403B Retirement Savings (Think 401K for non-profits.)
- Extensive Employee Discount Program to help you save money on a wide variety of products and services.
- Employee Assistance Program to help you through life’s challenges, including counseling and coaching services; assistance with legal, financial and career questions; and so much more!
Salary : $95 - $137
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