Veterinarian, Murray Campus

Position Title: Veterinarian, Murray Campus

Reporting To: Medical Director

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 annual DOE.

Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

The Humane Society of Utah seeks a veterinarian to support our surgery, shelter, and wellness clinic. For those interested in full-time employment, we can accommodate a four- or five-day work week. We are also happy to discuss part-time opportunities for those interested in a portion of these activities.

Full-time Benefits:

Paid time off
12 paid holidays
Four- or five-day work week, depending on your needs and lifestyle.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; Health Savings Account
403(b) with 3% employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid continuing education days with a stipend
Veterinary state license & liability insurance reimbursement
Eligible for federal and state student loan forgiveness programs

Responsibilities – Surgery (50%)

Pre-surgical physical examinations
HQHVSN on client-owned and shelter animals (cats, dogs, rabbits)
Dentals on shelter animals
Soft tissue and some orthopedic surgeries on shelter animals
Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications

Responsibilities – Wellness (25%)

Physical exams, with referral to full-service or emergency clinics where appropriate
Collaborate with clients to develop diagnostic/treatment plans that align with goals & patient quality of life.
Educate clients on nutrition, preventive health care, and general companion animal care.
Maintain up-to-date medical records.

Responsibilities – Shelter (25%)

Provide high-quality, compassionate, and cost-effective veterinary care, in accordance with shelter medicine principles, HSU protocols, and veterinary medicine best practices
Maintain current medical records for all shelter pets receiving veterinary care
Collaborate with shelter teams to provide high-quality care to animals on-site or in foster
Participate in daily meetings regarding the care of shelter animals
Ensure effective use of quarantine, isolation, and PPE to support herd health
Guide appropriate and timely decisions about euthanasia
Perform post-adoption veterinary exams on recently adopted animals
Provide emergency care for shelter animals on-site or on-call

Responsibilities – Other

Support the use of fear-free techniques across the building
Perform humane euthanasia as needed, in accordance with HSU protocols
Advocate for the humane treatment of animals
Mentor veterinary students rotating through the Humane Society of Utah
Other duties as assigned

Work Schedule

The Humane Society of Utah is open 7 days per week, 365 days per year. We can accommodate a four- or five-day work week for a full-time schedule. We are also happy to discuss part-time options for those interested in shelter-only, surgery-only, or wellness clinic-only positions.

Required Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (or equivalent degree) from an accredited veterinary school
Eligibility for licensure in Utah as a veterinarian; current licensure in Utah preferred.
Eligibility to obtain DEA licensure if requested.

Qualifications

English (required), Spanish (preferred)
1 year of clinical practice in small animal, exotic or shelter medicine preferred
Fear free certified within 60 days of hire.
Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all levels of staff, volunteers, and the general public
Ability to work standing for 8 or more hours
Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite, as well as experience with veterinary practice management systems (Cornerstone, Shepherd, ShelterLuv preferred)
Willingness to support the mission, vision, and philosophy of the Humane Society of Utah
Always striving to work with the five freedoms of animal welfare in mind.

How to Apply

Send a resume/CV to Dr. Tiffany Baird at [email protected].

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by management. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.

At the Utah Humane Society, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our animals, and our community. The Utah Humane Society of an equal opportunity employer. Employment at the Utah Humane Society is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. At the Utah Humane Society, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age (40 and over), genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy or relation condition (including childbirth and breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by state or federal law.

It is the Utah Humane Society’s policy to comply with all applicable national, state, and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. The organization’s EEO policy, as well as its affirmative action obligations, includes the full and complete support of the organization, including its Executive Director. Because it’s just the right thing to do. We hope you think so, too.