Veterinarian

Job overview

The Veterinarian role is onsite in Ridgewood, NY, with work described across Queens and Manhattan shelter locations. Compensation is $130,000–$140,000 per year. The role supports Animal Care Centers of NYC’s mission to end animal homelessness and its veterinary team’s patient-care work. The veterinarian provides medical and surgical care for shelter animals and uses clinical judgment to address a varied, fast-paced caseload. Collaboration with colleagues and input into organizational development support positive outcomes for animals and the shelter’s lifesaving work.

What you'll do

• Maintain and advance standards of patient care
• use medical and surgical skills to address shelter animals’ needs
• anticipate clinical challenges and develop solutions
• collaborate with the veterinary team and colleagues
• contribute input to strategic development as the organization evolves.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinarian

shelter medicine

animal health

surgery

diagnostics

animal welfare

queens and manhattan

ridgewood ny

animal care centers of nyc

dvm or vmd

$130k–$140k/year

public service loan forgiveness

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off including vacation, birthdays, personal days, and sick pay
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) and pension
• life insurance
• on-the-job and staff training
• potential Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.

Why this role

The posting describes an open-admission shelter with a 90% placement rate and notes potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness for nonprofit employees.

About the employer

Animal Care Center of NYC is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.