Lead Veterinarian

SPCA Westchester and Cody’s Clinic is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lead Veterinarian to join our team. Our facility provides comprehensive care for shelter animals, as well as offering veterinary services to the public. The position serves as a key member of the Clinic and Rescue Center team and will foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal welfare, a strong work ethic, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, where every day provides new experiences and challenges.

Hours : Full-Time, this is typically a Monday – Friday, 8-hour schedule with flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled hours.

Key Responsibilities :

Veterinary Services :

• Responsible for general oversight of all medical and surgical functions.
• Manage ordering and on-site inventory of controlled substances, including oversight of controlled substances logbooks and monthly drug count.
• Perform surgical procedures including HQ / HV spay / neuter and dentistry.
• Provide outstanding veterinary care to owned, homeless, stray and TNR pets including surgeries, physical exams, diagnostics, dispensing medication, treatment plans, preventative medicine, case management, and humane euthanasia as needed.
• Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications.
• Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques.
• Knowledge of population and individual animal health management, disease prevention control, and epidemiology strongly desired.
• Proven decision-making and diagnostic skills and an interest in pursuing treatment options with limited resources.
• Practice incremental medicine, using critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Collaborate with Rescue Center staff to develop & implement care plans for shelter animals.
• Educate pet owners on preventive healthcare and general care practices.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with SPCA Westchester policies and regulations.
• On-call phone consultations for evenings, weekends and holidays, on a rotational basis.
• Participate in community outreach programs and events to promote shelter services.

Leadership :

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Benefits :

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Travis@spcawestchester.org.

SPCA Westchester is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

SPCA Westchester is a no-kill, 501(c)3 not-for-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to saving homeless, abused and abandoned animals and to protecting animals from cruelty and neglect through education and enforcement of humane laws.