Shelter Veterinarian
Stryker Corporation, Hillsboro, OR, United States
$7,500 HIRING BONUS
Join Our Mission-Driven Veterinary Team — Shelter Veterinarian
Are you a compassionate, skilled veterinarian ready to make a profound impact on animal lives every single day? At Marin Humane, we don’t just care for animals—we transform lives through exceptional care, humane education, and advocacy. If you’re passionate about shelter medicine, collaborative teamwork, and advancing animal welfare, we invite you to bring your expertise to our dedicated veterinary team.
Why This Role Matters
As our Shelter Veterinarian, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every animal in our care receives high-quality medical treatment and compassionate attention. From performing life-changing spay
euter surgeries to guiding treatment plans and supporting staff, your work will directly improve animal health, wellbeing, and adoptability.
What You’ll Do
Provide comprehensive medical care, diagnosis, and treatment for shelter animals
Perform spay
euter and other soft-tissue surgeries
Support vaccination clinics and diagnostic testing (x-ray, blood work, cytology)
Collaborate cross-departmentally to support animal health and welfare decisions
Supervise and mentor Veterinary Assistants
Participate in humane euthanasia decisions in accordance with policy and law
Maintain accurate medical records and compliance standards
Who Thrives Here
You’ll succeed in this role if you:
Bring strong surgical skills (orthopedic experience a plus)
Enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
Communicate clearly with staff, volunteers, and the public
Value diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning
Are adaptable, compassionate, and solutions-oriented
Qualifications
DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
Eligible for California veterinary license + DEA license
2–3 years of private practice or shelter medicine experience preferred
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $160,763 – $178,620 annually - $7500 Hiring Bonus
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Life & long-term disability insurance
403(b) retirement plan
Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and sabbatical opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Hybrid option: four days at the shelter; one day work from home
Our Culture
We believe our strength comes from celebrating differences and fostering belonging. Our core values—Dedication to Animals, Collaborative Spirit, Courage with Compassion, Pursuit of Learning, and Celebrating Differences—guide everything we do.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you want your veterinary career to have real purpose, join us in creating a more humane world for animals and people alike.
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Join Our Mission-Driven Veterinary Team — Shelter Veterinarian
Are you a compassionate, skilled veterinarian ready to make a profound impact on animal lives every single day? At Marin Humane, we don’t just care for animals—we transform lives through exceptional care, humane education, and advocacy. If you’re passionate about shelter medicine, collaborative teamwork, and advancing animal welfare, we invite you to bring your expertise to our dedicated veterinary team.
Why This Role Matters
As our Shelter Veterinarian, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every animal in our care receives high-quality medical treatment and compassionate attention. From performing life-changing spay
euter surgeries to guiding treatment plans and supporting staff, your work will directly improve animal health, wellbeing, and adoptability.
What You’ll Do
Provide comprehensive medical care, diagnosis, and treatment for shelter animals
Perform spay
euter and other soft-tissue surgeries
Support vaccination clinics and diagnostic testing (x-ray, blood work, cytology)
Collaborate cross-departmentally to support animal health and welfare decisions
Supervise and mentor Veterinary Assistants
Participate in humane euthanasia decisions in accordance with policy and law
Maintain accurate medical records and compliance standards
Who Thrives Here
You’ll succeed in this role if you:
Bring strong surgical skills (orthopedic experience a plus)
Enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
Communicate clearly with staff, volunteers, and the public
Value diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning
Are adaptable, compassionate, and solutions-oriented
Qualifications
DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
Eligible for California veterinary license + DEA license
2–3 years of private practice or shelter medicine experience preferred
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $160,763 – $178,620 annually - $7500 Hiring Bonus
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Life & long-term disability insurance
403(b) retirement plan
Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and sabbatical opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Hybrid option: four days at the shelter; one day work from home
Our Culture
We believe our strength comes from celebrating differences and fostering belonging. Our core values—Dedication to Animals, Collaborative Spirit, Courage with Compassion, Pursuit of Learning, and Celebrating Differences—guide everything we do.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you want your veterinary career to have real purpose, join us in creating a more humane world for animals and people alike.
#J-18808-Ljbffr