Community Wellness Veterinarian

Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region

Job Description

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 with multiple city and county contracts. We promote a positive culture that celebrates inclusion and collaboration. We employ over 250 staff members, all dedicated to caring for and supporting the people and pets in our communities. Join us in our impactful work!

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.

· Provide wellness services and client education to the owned animals in our community.

· Work out of our newly renovated Wellness Clinic in Colorado Springs or use your skills to help fulfill the need in our renovated Pueblo Wellness Clinic.

· See your impact immediately when doing low-cost vaccine clinics on our mobile unit, the Wellness Waggin’.

· Enjoy a busy, but supportive working environment with skilled medical staff aiding you in patient care and wellness.

· Work with a leadership team that is as committed to your wellbeing as we are to animal welfare.

Compensation and Schedule:

· Four-day work week; 8.5-hour shifts (approximately 35 hours per week). Off by 5:30pm daily.

· Salary: $91,000 - $109,200 dependent on experience

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, Annual Flex Bereavement Days, and Paid Holidays

· Three consecutive weeks of paid sabbatical time after every 5 years of employment

· 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

· Pet Perks including free preventatives, low-cost blood work, meds at cost, and Hills diets at cost

Education/Experience Necessary

· Graduated from an accredited veterinary medical college – DVM or equivalent.

· Licensed to practice in the State of Colorado.

· Experience in a high-volume vaccine or low-cost clinic a plus.

· Demonstrated aptitude in clinical medicine and surgery.

· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

· Proficiency in Spanish a plus.

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer comprehensive benefits to our full-time staff.

Benefits include:

Health Insurance ~~ 401K with employer matching up to 4% of salary ~~ Dental and vision Plans ~~ Supplemental Group Life Insurance ~~ Short and long term disability Insurance ~~ Paid time off ~~ Holidays ~~ Direct Deposit ~~ Personal Pet Perks ~~ Wellness Programs ~~ Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of employment

The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer. To learn more about this program, go to https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/.

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.