Description
Save Lives Every Day. Practice Great Medicine. Enjoy the Work-Life Balance You Deserve.
Are you looking for a veterinary career where your skills have an immediate, lasting impact—and where you can enjoy evenings and weekends with family and friends?
At PetFix Northeast Ohio, every surgery prevents future suffering. Every patient helps reduce pet homelessness. Every day, you'll know your work truly matters.
Since opening our doors in 2006, we've performed more than 145,000 high-quality spay/neuter surgeries for family pets, shelter animals, rescue groups, and community cats throughout Northeast Ohio. Now, with the opening of a second clinic, we're expanding our lifesaving mission and looking for another outstanding veterinarian to join our team.
If you're passionate about surgery, believe every pet deserves access to affordable veterinary care, and want to work alongside a dedicated, mission-driven team, we'd love to hear from you.
Why You'll Love Working at PetFix
Make a lasting difference. Every day, you'll help prevent pet overpopulation, reduce shelter overcrowding, and keep pets with the families who love them. Your work will directly improve the lives of thousands of animals each year.
Enjoy an exceptional work-life balance. Veterinary medicine doesn't have to mean burnout.
At PetFix, you'll enjoy:
Monday-Friday, 8am-2pm
No evenings; No weekends
No emergency or on-call responsibilities
Predictable daytime hours
Limited client interaction
No pressure to sell services or discuss financial limitations
You'll spend your day practicing surgery—not navigating long appointments, production quotas, or after-hours emergencies.
Focus on What You Love
Our veterinarians spend their time performing surgery and delivering exceptional patient care. You'll be supported by an experienced team of Registered Veterinary Technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service staff who share your commitment to excellence.
Outstanding Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes:
$100,000+ annually, based on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid holidays
Generous paid time off
Significant discounts on care for your own pets
Bonus opportunities
Retirement savings plan
Professional licensing and dues assistance
Continuing education allowance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, you'll provide high-quality surgical care while helping ensure every patient receives compassionate, safe, and efficient treatment from admission through recovery. You'll work in a collaborative, high-quality, high-volume environment where patient safety and excellent outcomes are always the top priorities.
Your Responsibilities
Surgical Care
Perform high-quality canine and feline spay/neuter surgeries in accordance with PetFix protocols and accepted veterinary standards
Conduct thorough pre-operative examinations to determine surgical candidacy
Evaluate patients following surgery to ensure safe recovery before discharge
Perform post-operative rechecks and follow-up care when needed
Patient Care
Oversee anesthesia, pain management, surgical preparation, and recovery in partnership with the veterinary team
Respond promptly and appropriately to medical concerns or emergencies
Communicate with pet owners regarding medical findings or post-operative concerns when necessary
Medical Records & Compliance
Maintain complete and accurate medical records, including pre-operative examinations, surgical notes, discharge instructions, and follow-up recommendations
Ensure appropriate documentation and oversight of controlled substances
Support infection-control practices and maintain a safe, clean surgical environment
Team Collaboration
Work closely with veterinary technicians and assistants to deliver outstanding patient care
Provide guidance and support to the medical team throughout the surgical day
Help maintain a positive, collaborative, and mission-focused workplace culture
Why Northeast Ohio?
Northeast Ohio offers an exceptional quality of life with an affordable cost of living, vibrant neighborhoods, award-winning restaurants, professional sports, and nationally recognized arts and cultural attractions.
Enjoy weekends exploring Cuyahoga Valley National Park, relaxing along Lake Erie, visiting the Cleveland Museum of Art, or cheering on Cleveland's professional sports teams—all without the high cost of living found in many metropolitan areas.
Join a Team That's Changing Lives
At PetFix, you're not just performing surgeries—you're helping build a future where fewer animals enter shelters and more families can afford the care their pets deserve.
If you're ready to join a respected nonprofit organization where your work is valued, your schedule supports your life outside of work, and your impact is felt every single day, we'd love to hear from you.
Join PetFix Northeast Ohio and help create a future where every pet has the chance to live a healthier, happier life.
Requirements
We're Looking for Someone Who Has
Required Qualifications:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Active Ohio veterinary license (or ability to obtain licensure before employment)
Eligible to work in the United States
Professional liability insurance
DEA registration
Strong surgical skills and sound clinical judgment
A commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care
Experience in one or more of the following is highly desirable:
High-quality/high-volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN)
Shelter medicine
Community medicine
Nonprofit veterinary practice
Soft tissue surgery
Most importantly, we're looking for a veterinarian who is passionate about animal welfare and excited to make a meaningful difference in the community every day.
