Description

Veterinarian – Make a Difference Every Day at Houston SPCA

For more than 100 years, Houston SPCA has been protecting animals from cruelty, neglect, and suffering. As Houston's first and largest animal protection organization, our mission is simple: promote commitment to and respect for all animals and free them from abuse, exploitation, and suffering.

Here, your impact extends far beyond the exam room.

Why Veterinarians Choose Houston SPCA

At Houston SPCA, you'll have the opportunity to practice veterinary medicine in its purest form. Every day presents new opportunities to heal, advocate, teach, and lead.

Our veterinarians care for an incredibly diverse caseload that includes:

-Companion animals
-Wildlife patients
-Farm animals
-Cruelty and neglect cases
-Occasional exotic species

Our modern campus includes:

-State-of-the-art Adoption Center
-Small Animal Hospital
-Wildlife Center
-Education Building
-Barn & Arena
-Advanced diagnostic capabilities including digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, dentistry suite and in-house laboratory services

Whether you're performing surgery in the morning, mentoring veterinary students in the afternoon, or helping rehabilitate a rescued red-tailed hawk, you'll never find yourself bored or limited in your professional growth.

 A Unique Opportunity: Wildlife Medicine

Few veterinary positions offer the chance to work alongside a dedicated wildlife rehabilitation team.

Houston SPCA's Wildlife Center cares for thousands of injured, orphaned, and displaced native Texas wildlife patients each year. Veterinarians have opportunities to diagnose, treat, and support the rehabilitation of a wide variety of species, providing a rare and rewarding extension to traditional companion animal practice.

If you've ever dreamed of adding wildlife medicine to your veterinary career while still maintaining a strong small-animal caseload, this position offers a truly unique opportunity.

Educator at Heart

You enjoy teaching, mentoring, and sharing knowledge with veterinary students, team members, and the community.

Mission-Driven

You find purpose in serving animals most in need and using your skills to create lasting change.

What You'll Do

-Provide compassionate medical care for animals in need
-Triage and stabilize emergency patients
-Diagnose and treat a variety of species
-Perform high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter surgeries
-Perform elective and non-elective surgical procedures
-Maintain accurate medical records
-Steward controlled substances
-Supervise and mentor Veterinary Technicians
-Teach and support Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine Shelter Medicine students
-Educate clients, staff, volunteers, and stakeholders
-Assist with animal cruelty investigations through medical evaluation, forensic documentation, and expert testimony
-Serve as an ambassador for Houston SPCA and its mission
 

 What We Offer

-Competitive salary
-A 4, 10 hour-day workweek
-Paid Time Off
-Continuing Education support
-Professional dues and licensing fees paid
-403(b) retirement plan
-Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
-Supportive leadership team
-Collaborative, mission-focused culture
-Unique wildlife medicine opportunities
-The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day

Out of State? Why Houston?

Houston is one of the most diverse and dynamic cities in the country, offering an exceptional quality of life for veterinary professionals and their families.

You'll find:

-Affordable cost of living compared to many major metropolitan areas
-World-class dining, arts, and cultural experiences
-Professional sports and year-round entertainment
-Access to beaches, state parks, and outdoor recreation
-A thriving veterinary and medical community
-No State income tax

Houston's welcoming atmosphere, career opportunities, and vibrant culture make it an ideal place to build both a meaningful career and a fulfilling life.

If you're looking for a veterinary career that challenges you, inspires you, and allows you to make a measurable impact, we invite you to join our team.

Requirements

Knowledge, skill and abilities needed to perform the essential functions of this position:

•         Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) required.
•         Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Texas.
•         Current DEA license for controlled substances.
•         USDA Accreditation.
•         Valid Texas Driver’s License and insurable under the Houston SPCA auto policy.
•         Ability to work hours necessary for the successful operation of the Houston SPCA and the animals in its care.
•         Ability to lift 50 lbs.