Shelter Veterinarian

Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary

Job Description

VETERINARIAN

Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary is seeking a full‐time compassionate, experienced veterinarian to join our medical team. This position involves providing comprehensive medical care to the ~120 sanctuary residents and the ~400 dogs in our forever foster network.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for senior dogs, a strong skill set, confidence, and be a team player.

Responsibilities include:
• Examine, diagnose, and prescribe treatment of sanctuary dogs and dogs in forever foster network
• Act as a liaison for visiting doctors (internist, surgeon, acupuncturist, chiropractor)
• Conduct surgeries including spay/neuter, growth removal, enucleation, dental procedures
• Perform euthanasia when appropriate
• Formulate diet plans
• Provide training to new employees
• Knowledge of effectively and efficiently running a medical clinic
• Interest in ultrasounds, physical therapy, and rehabilitation a plus
• Participate in on‐site workshops for others interested in running a senior dog sanctuary (twice yearly)

Qualifications:
• 4 years of experience
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of TN
• Must be in good standing with state and federal agencies
• Ability to perform surgery independently and complete full medical work‐ups
• Willingness to work with all staff, including those in dog care and administrative

Benefits:
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Salary dependent on experience. We are willing to help relocate the right candidate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Old Friends Senior Dogs, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against
any individual based on race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age,
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other
factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

This is a full time job