Washington
Job Description We’re seeking a passionate, dedicated Veterinarian to play a key role in our growing medical team at the Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA). This renown organization is committed to caring for animals in the nation’s capital, and at this pivotal time in animal welfare is dedicating resources towards treating animals in the community. Our new community programs aim to support pet owners by providing affordable, accessible veterinary care, working to keep pets and owners together and supporting our neighbors in this challenging economic climate. We are seeking a talented veterinarian to help develop our community programs and be a part of the growth of the organization into the community. We currently have a fully equipped hospital and surgery at our shelter in northwest DC, as well as a newly renovated clinic in southeast DC. This role will be a rotating role involving working in the shelter and the community. This is an exciting time for the organization and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a real impact in the community and see new programs develop from the ground up. This is a varied and fast-paced role, and we are looking for someone with the right attitude and abilities to excel in this position. Some previous veterinary and surgical experience are required; however surgical support is available. The confidence to occasionally work sole charge with the support of experienced technicians is a must. Schedule can be flexible for the right candidate, the most important thing is that you are a team player, have a positive can-do attitude and a passion for helping people and animals who really need us. Competitive salary, dependent on experience. We offer a generous CE allowance, excellent benefits package and assistance with student loan repayments. The Role: What You’ll Do In this rotating position, you’ll split your time between our animal shelter and community outreach programs, delivering vital services across both settings. Your responsibilities will include: General Veterinary Responsibilities: • Provide high quality veterinary care to animals under the care of the Humane Rescue Alliance, including animals in the shelter, on foster and in the community., • Communicate effectively with members of the medical team, other shelter staff and animal care givers including owners and foster carers., • Have a good understanding of shelter and community medicine and be able to provide high quality medical care to animals within the scope of service available., • Keep accurate clinical records., • Prescribe medications responsibly, including accurate recording of all controlled substances., • Provide training and mentorship to clinical support staff., • Work as a team and treat colleagues and external stakeholders with respect., • Perform spays, neuters, and a variety of medical/surgical procedures., • Provide medical care and diagnostics for shelter animals and those in foster care, • Participate in medical rounds, case discussions, and care planning to ensure a smooth path from intake to adoption., • Implement and uphold protocols for animal care and infectious disease control., • Collaborate cross-departmentally to ensure optimal animal outcomes and reduced length of stay., • Conduct wellness checks, low-cost spay/neuter, and vaccine clinics in our community medical center and at off-site events., • Support trap-neuter-return (TNR) efforts and neighborhood outreach initiatives., • Offer outpatient services including basic diagnostics, dentistry, and preventive care., • Participate in mobile/fieldwork, including house calls and pop-up clinics, as needed., • A degree in veterinary medicine from an accredited university., • License to practice veterinary medicine in Washington, DC (or eligibility to obtain a license)., • Prior experience in shelter medicine, HQHVSN, or community care preferred but not essential., • Comfortable working independently at times with strong technician support., • Confidence to perform surgery and medical treatment in a fast-paced and changing environment., • Passion for helping animals and people with limited access to care., • Excellent communication skills, empathy, and a strong desire to serve both animals and people., • Organized, flexible, and solutions-oriented under pressure, • Competitive Salary – Commensurate with experience, • Generous CE allowance – Up to $2,000/year, • Student Loan Support – Up to $5,000 annually, • Comprehensive Insurance – Health, dental, vision, life & disability, • Time Off – 4 weeks PTO + 10 paid holidays (including a floating holiday), • 401K with employer match, • Pet perks – Adoption fee waivers and discounts on training classes, • Transportation Benefit – For DC residents, • Licensing + Liability Coverage – We cover your DC license, DEA, and AVMA PLIT Where You’ll Work: • Oglethorpe Shelter Hospital – Fully equipped facility in NW DC, • Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic – Newly renovated site in SE DC Apply today and become part of a team where your compassion, skills, and commitment will directly save lives and strengthen communities. *The Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, vision, dental and select offerings for pets. Additional information may be provided upon request. *Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. A salary premium may be offered for multilingual candidates who demonstrate proficiency in written and oral testing. *HRA is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, citizenship status, or sexual orientation. Accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals requiring them.