Summary:
The ASPCA is seeking Relief Veterinarians to pick up shifts at locations across New York City. Our Flex workforce plays an important role enabling the ASPCA to serve animals by rounding out schedules, providing surge capacity, covering leaves and other vacancies, and more. The work is flexible â you pick your shifts and locations. The work is meaningful â you get the opportunity to sharpen skillsets, engage in diverse work, and keep skills fresh that you may not use on a frequent basis, all while serving the most vulnerable animals in the country.
Who We Are
At the ASPCAÂŽ (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), weâre proud to work with a broad and talented team of professionals who help drive our mission to prevent animal cruelty and promote animal well-being across the country. Since 1866, weâve been at the forefront of animal welfare, and every member of our extended team contributes to our hands-on work, advocacy, and education efforts. By working with the ASPCA, youâre helping improve the lives of animals and the people who care about them.
What Youâll Do
As a Flex Veterinarian at the ASPCA, you will provide high-quality care for animals on an as-needed basis. Youâll have the opportunity to work in a variety of settings, from stationary veterinary facilities and mobile units, including public-facing, shelter, and spay/neuter clinic settings, and gain experience with different teams, caseloads, and culturesâall while maintaining schedule flexibility.
Where and When Youâll Work
Flex support is needed at all locations across NYC. When you join our Flex workforce, youâll have the opportunity to select the shifts you work, giving you control over your schedule. When there is a match of skill, interest, and need, you could pick up shifts with the following teams:
Additional Information about this Temporary Role
Responsibilities:
Flex work at the ASPCA is diverse, and the exact responsibilities vary by shift and location. Flex Veterinarians may have the opportunity to:
Perform wellness exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures (as applicable to the location shift).
Deliver high-quality medical care, including humane euthanasia, in accordance with ASPCA protocols and best practices.
Perform high-quality, high volume (25-38 surgeries a day), spay and neuter services.
Stabilize emergency and urgent care patients.
Provide education and compassionate communication to caregivers regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and preventative care.
Work in collaboration with veterinary technicians, support staff, and volunteers to ensure seamless, client-centered care.
Maintain accurate medical records using our electronic medical records system (ImproMed, Digitail, or PetPoint)
Uphold and promote the organizationâs mission, values, and commitment to accessible and high-quality veterinary care.
Education and Work Experience:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent and current NYS Licensure required
Two or more years clinical practice preferred Â
Fear FreeÂŽ Veterinary certification preferred
Qualifications:
Skills vary by program. See program descriptions above for an overview of each program.
Language:
English (Required)Education and Work Experience:
DVM
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