Staff Veterinarian

Looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? Founded in 1949, the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is the largest animal welfare group in Southern Colorado. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that celebrates and prioritizes diversity and inclusion. We employ 250 staff members, all dedicated to caring for and supporting the people and pets in our communities. Join us in our impactful work!

The staff Veterinarian is responsible for ensuring high veterinary medical standards and quality of service across all our locations in shelter medicine, surgery, spay/neuter and wellness. Complies with all controlled substance laws and requirements. Ability to adapt to varying environments and patients, including shelter, foster, and publicly owned animals. We offer full-time, part-time and relief positions.

What you will gain from working at HSPPR:

• Become part of a team focused on impactful work, while prioritizing the human animal bond and access to veterinary care.
• Collaborate and work with our team of highly skilled veterinarians in areas of shelter medicine, HQHV spay/neuter, TNR, emergency procedures and dentals, or provide wellness services to the owned animals in our community.
• Work out of our newly renovated Surgery Center and/or Wellness Clinic in Colorado Springs or use your skills to help fulfill the need in our more rural Pueblo locations. Willingness to travel and work in our Pueblo Shelter and/or our Pueblo Wellness Clinic a plus.
• Enjoy a busy, but supportive working environment with skilled medical staff aiding you in surgery, patient care and wellness.
• Work with a leadership team that is as committed to your well-being as we are to animal welfare.

Benefits:

• HSPPR is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k) with employer matching up to 4% of salary
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Pet Bereavement, and Paid Holidays
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid CO veterinary licensure
• Paid PLIT
• Annual Memberships for AVMA and the Association of Shelter Veterinarians and VIN access
• Paid Continuing Education
• Employer-paid Basic Employee Life Insurance
• Annual scrub allowance

Schedule Requirements

Flexible schedule based on organizational needs and your availability. Eight-hour wellness shifts and ten-hour shelter/surgical shifts available depending on your skill level and interest. Positions available for full-time, part-time, and/or relief shifts at both our Colorado Springs and Pueblo locations.

Education/Experience Necessary

• Graduated from an accredited veterinary medical college - DVM or equivalent.
• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Colorado.
• Experience in high volume spay/neuter clinic and/or post-graduate surgical training a plus.
• Demonstrated aptitude in clinical medicine and surgery.
• Experience in animal welfare and shelter operations a plus.
• Demonstrated success in working with a diverse team of professionals, skilled in managing varied relationships and successful at facilitating collaboration and cooperation.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

* Position closes on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 *

The core values of the staff unite us and guide us to provide the best service to the animals in our care, our organization, and our community.

Core Values Statements-

• • Compassion: We believe that animals matter. We are committed to treating animals and people with kindness, respect, and compassion.

• • Stewardship: We are accountable and transparent in our actions and in the use of our resources to build trust in those we serve.

• • Integrity: We believe we can make the greatest impact by staying true to our mission, always doing what is best for the animals and people of our community, and by standing united in our decisions.

• • Excellence: We are passionate about our mission, and strive for excellence through continual learning, innovation, and the development of our board, staff and volunteers.

• • Collaboration: We seek strategic partnerships and alliances to advance the welfare and protection of animals and people.

• • Service: We exist to serve our communities and operate with this commitment to serve as front and center in all we do.