Shelter Veterinarian (Hiring Immediately)
Description Join Our Mission-Driven Veterinary Team - Shelter Veterinarian Are you a compassionate, skilled veterinarian ready to make a profound impact on animal lives every single day? At Marin Humane , we don't just care for animals-we transform lives through exceptional care, humane education, and advocacy. If you're passionate about shelter medicine, collaborative teamwork, and advancing animal welfare, we invite you to bring your expertise to our dedicated veterinary team. Why This Role Matters As our Shelter Veterinarian , you'll play a vital role in ensuring every animal in our care receives high-quality medical treatment and compassionate attention. From performing life-changing spay/neuter surgeries to guiding treatment plans and supporting staff, your work will directly improve animal health, wellbeing, and adoptability. What You'll Do Provide comprehensive medical care, diagnosis, and treatment for shelter animals Perform spay/neuter and other soft-tissue surgeries Support vaccination clinics and diagnostic testing (x-ray, blood work, cytology) Collaborate cross-departmentally to support animal health and welfare decisions Supervise and mentor Veterinary Assistants Participate in humane euthanasia decisions in accordance with policy and law Maintain accurate medical records and compliance standards Who Thrives Here You'll succeed in this role if you: Bring strong surgical skills (orthopedic experience a plus) Enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment Communicate clearly with staff, volunteers, and the public Value diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning Are adaptable, compassionate, and solutions-oriented Qualifications DVM or equivalent veterinary degree Eligible for California veterinary license + DEA license 2-3 years of private practice or shelter medicine experience preferred Compensation & Benefits Salary: $160,763 - $178,620 annually Medical, dental, and vision plans Life & long-term disability insurance 403(b) retirement plan Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and sabbatical opportunities Employee Assistance Program Our Culture We believe our strength comes from celebrating differences and fostering belonging. Our core values-Dedication to Animals, Collaborative Spirit, Courage with Compassion, Pursuit of Learning, and Celebrating Differences-guide everything we do. Ready to Make a Difference? If you want your veterinary career to have real purpose, join us in creating a more humane world for animals and people alike.