Position is open until filled.
First Review Deadline: 5 p.m. | Monday | December 30th, 2024

THE SENIOR VETERINARIAN WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

A compassionate and experienced Senior Veterinarian to lead animal care initiatives at the Brownsville Animal Shelter. This role is critical in ensuring the health and welfare of animals, providing expert medical care, and creating a more humane and efficient shelter operation. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, advanced veterinary skills, and a passion for making a meaningful impact on the community.

As Senior Veterinarian, you will oversee all aspects of medical care for shelter animals, from pre-adoption exams to administering vaccinations and implementing parasite control measures. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing and treating sick or injured animals, performing surgical procedures, and managing disease mitigation strategies to maintain a healthy shelter environment. You will also help establish and refine standard operating procedures, ensuring the shelter operates efficiently and effectively to meet its goals.

This position is an opportunity to mentor and supervise veterinary technicians and students, fostering a culture of growth and education. You will play a critical role in advancing the shelter’s mission by improving adoption rates, reducing shelter populations, and enhancing public safety through disease prevention and responsible pet ownership education. Regular interactions with the public and local stakeholders will allow you to build trust and engagement, furthering the shelter’s positive impact on the community.

With access to a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to live and work in one of Texas’s most dynamic communities, the Senior Veterinarian position provides the perfect blend of professional growth and meaningful contribution.

THE VETERINARIAN WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

An enthusiastic and dedicated Veterinarian to join our dynamic team, working between the Brownsville Animal Shelter and the Gladys Porter Zoo. This unique position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on animal welfare in a supportive community-focused environment. Whether you are a recent graduate looking to begin your career, an experienced veterinarian seeking new challenges, or a professional approaching retirement who wants to contribute in a rewarding role, this position is an ideal fit.

As Veterinarian, you will provide compassionate medical care to a wide variety of animals, ensuring their health and well-being through examinations, vaccinations, and routine surgical procedures such as spaying and neutering. Split between the animal shelter and zoo, you will play a vital role in improving animal welfare and public health while collaborating on innovative care programs. Additionally, you will have opportunities to engage with the public, promoting responsible pet ownership and education on animal health.

This role is supported by a strong team of veterinary technicians and animal care attendants, along with mentorship and collaboration opportunities to help you succeed. The city offers a welcoming work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible scheduling, robust health coverage, and retirement options, ensuring you feel valued both professionally and personally.

Whether you’re starting out or seeking a fulfilling final chapter in your career, the Veterinarian position in Brownsville offers the perfect blend of professional growth and meaningful contribution to the lives of animals and residents alike.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATES:

Both the Senior Veterinarian and Veterinarian positions will bring a blend of technical expertise, compassion for animals, and a commitment to community engagement. Each role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the health and welfare of animals while making a meaningful impact in Brownsville.

Senior Veterinarian

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: D.V.M. (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) or V.M.D. (Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris).
• Licensure: Licensed as a Veterinarian by the State of Texas and holds a DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate.
• Experience: At least five years of veterinary experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in shelter medicine, disease mitigation strategies, and public health initiatives.
• Leadership and mentoring experience, particularly in supervising veterinary technicians and students.
• Familiarity with creating or improving standard operating procedures for animal care operations.

Veterinarian

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: D.V.M. (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) or V.M.D. (Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris).
• Licensure: Licensed as a Veterinarian by the State of Texas and holds a DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in or familiarity with both shelter medicine and exotic animal care, with opportunities for training provided.
• Strong interpersonal skills for public education and collaboration with veterinary staff.
• A passion for community service and the ability to split time effectively between the animal shelter and zoo.

Both positions require individuals who are ethical, responsible, and committed to advancing animal welfare. Brownsville offers comprehensive training, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive environment for candidates at every career stage.

Please email your cover letter and resume in .pdf format to applybrownsville@clearcareerpro.com or APPLY HERE

Faxed and mailed submissions will not be considered.

For more information on this position contact:
Michael Boese, President
michael@clearcareerpro.com
(972) 837-0916

DEMOGRAPHICS

Median Property value

$280,000