Veterinarian

Calling all compassionate healers and animal advocates! The Humane Society of Huron Valley is seeking a passionate veterinarian to join our team and make a difference in the lives of countless furry friends. Step into a world where your expertise becomes the voice of hope for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Join a community of dedicated professionals and experience the great things that await you: the opportunity to provide top-notch medical care to animals in need, the joy of witnessing second chances unfold, the fulfillment of knowing that your skills and compassion will shape the lives of animals and their forever families, and the opportunity to continually increase your skill set and grow your capabilities.

Embrace a career that merges heart and science, where each wagging tail or gentle purr becomes a testament to your healing touch.

Unlock your potential, be the champion for those with no voice, and embark on a journey with the Humane Society of Huron Valley as a veterinarian, where every day brings the promise of transforming lives, one paw at a time.

The Humane Society of Huron Valley is looking for a full-time veterinarian. We are looking for an applicant with excellent communication skills and who is comfortable with routine surgeries. Benefits include a $10,000 hiring bonus, comprehensive health insurance, professional dues, paid vacation, and CE allowance. Salary dependent on experience.

What does it mean to work at a nonprofit veterinary clinic?

In addition to the amazing benefit of being eligible for the federal loan forgiveness program [https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service], below are some of the unique benefits of working at HSHV’s not-for-profit clinic:

Being a not-for-profit organization means we put mission ahead of profit.  Like any business, we have to pay the bills, but our top goal is to help keep our community of pets healthy and happy with the best possible care, and to keep that care as accessible as possible so that no pet family in need is denied services.  In addition to accessibility, we are also deeply committed to high-quality, innovative, fear-free, and compassionate services.

For our veterinarians, this means there are no quotas, no upselling, and no turning sick or injured animals away just because their humans lack financial means. For those struggling, we offer payment plans, discounted services, free services, and regular low-cost vaccine clinics.

To reduce pet overpopulation, we have a robust TNR program and offer low-cost spay/neuter services.

HSHV also has a newer program called Friends for Life [https://www.hshv.org/hshv-launches-free-services-to-keep-more-people-and-pets-together/] that helps seniors and other vulnerable families care for their furry family members.

Our Clinic is tied to an award-winning no-kill shelter, so people who truly can’t care for their pets have humane options.  And, our organization offers an array of other important, proactive, and educational services to help create a better world for all animals.

We know that being a veterinarian is a difficult and stressful job.  Working at HSHV means you will be doing meaningful work and be a crucial part of our critical mission, but you won’t be exhausting yourself to make a profit for someone else.  In fact, any profit made by our Clinic goes back into helping low-income clients and the care and protection of homeless and abused animals.

Our Vice President of Veterinary Medicine is an outstanding and compassionate leader and mentor with 25 years of experience in private practice and shelter medicine.

HSHV cares about both people and animals and is dedicated to being a family-friendly organization that allows a flexible schedule, a good work/life balance, and a great benefits package to help keep you and your family healthy.

When you work at HSHV you aren’t just treating animals, you are making a real difference in our community!

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be licensed in the State of Michigan and have a Federal Drug license. Requires the ability to multi-task and work in a diverse environment. Good oral and written communication skills are necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Display outstanding customer service to all clients, regardless of ability to pay, while ensuring efficient and cost-effective use of all HSHV resources according to SOPs in place for special programs through the veterinary clinic.

2. Perform duties as outlined, which may include outpatient appointments as scheduled, surgery, dentistry, house calls, or other duties.

3. Perform high quality veterinary medicine while contributing to budgetary goals and ensuring appointment times are met.

4. Work cooperatively with coworkers and volunteers to ensure a smooth flow of clinic operations, while providing leadership to Veterinary Assistants and Receptionists.

5. Maintain compliance with federal, state and county regulatory agencies as it relates to professional medical and animal sheltering services.

6. Maintain working knowledge of current advances in the veterinary field and pursue growth in best practices, bringing any suggestions to management for policy changes due to advances or conflicts with current processes.

7. Perform or coordinate any necessary treatments, surgery, and health evaluations for disposition of animals when deemed necessary for shelter animals.

8. Treat or otherwise assist in the disposition of wildlife received by HSHV as needed.

9. Assist with cruelty investigations, including court appearances as necessary.

10. Assist in the educational growth of co-workers, externs, and others seeking to learn from HSHV

11. Perform all other duties expected of a veterinarian and as assigned.

12. Report any concerns or department needs to your supervisor.

Physical Demands

While performing this job, you will have extended periods of standing and lifting. You must be able to lift up to 40 pounds regularly in order to transport animals, equipment and more.

Use of your hands and digits is required to operate equipment, and normal hearing and talking is required to communicate with surgeons and others encountered during the course of work. You will be exposed to the surgery and euthanasia setting as well as the occasional kennel/shelter setting.

You will be exposed to disinfectant solutions while cleaning. You will be consistently exposed to animals and animal allergens. You may also be subject to potential danger including parasites and infectious diseases, animal bites and scratches.

Mental Demands

While performing this job, you will be regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; observe and interpret situations; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information and skills; perform repetitive work on multiple, concurrent tasks; fulfill intensive deadlines; and interact with staff, the public, volunteers and others encountered in the course of work.