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The Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County, Wisconsin (HAWS) is excited to add a dedicated Part Time Veterinarian to join our Spay/Neuter Clinic.

As an open admission, no kill shelter, HAWS supports more than 11,000 animals and welcomes more than 35,000 human visitors to our shelter. HAWS accepts animals regardless of age, health, temperament or breed. Our full service humane society offers programs and services that promote responsible pet ownership, preventing animal abuse and neglect in our community and beyond.

We’re expanding! Join our dedicated Veterinarians and technical staff, working in a fast-paced and fun work environment. Enjoy a flexible schedule with no weekends at a collaborative, team-oriented Humane Society.

General Responsibilities: 

• Provide and perform quality spay and neuter surgeries for shelter, rescue and community animals working in accordance with shelter veterinary, high volume standards.
• Provide quality medical care to both individual shelter residents and to pets in foster care, rescue group animals and to the pets of within the HAWS community.
• Some contact with the public is required, but is minimal compared to private practice settings.

The right candidate will have strong surgical skills and interest in performing in a high volume spay/neuter surgical setting, with the option of having surgical variety by performing procedures based on ability such as orthopedics, dentistry, soft tissue and ophthalmic cases.

The ideal candidate seeks to make a difference in the community, has a positive and compassionate attitude, and is self-motivated to work alongside management, staff, and volunteers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Valid State License by Veterinary Exam Board / Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited university.
• Ability to work under pressure and under noisy conditions around animas
• Ability to lift and work on feet for long periods of time
• Knowledge and comfort in shelter/medical database
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Benefits: 

•  401k organizational match
•  No evenings or weekends
•  Medical care and services at a discounted rate for personal pets
• Discounts on HAWS programming
•  Comprehensive health, vision, dental and life insurance available for full time employees

 To apply, please submit resume and a brief statement about why you are interested in joining our team via email to Nichole Janny, Business Coordinator, at nichole@hawspets.org.

About Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) is an open-admission, no-kill shelter dedicated to strengthening the relationship between animals and humans through adoptions and education – making a more compassionate community possible. Our mission is to lead the community in animal welfare and assure sanctuary for animals in need. To that end, we envision a community where all animals are treated with compassion, dignity and respect. We invite the public to join us in our cause to spread humane sentiments throughout our community for the betterment of animals and people alike. Incorporated in 1965, HAWS has grown along with our community, evolving into a vibrant organization and a lively facility that is the #1 resource for pets and their people.

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