The Associate Veterinarian is responsible for providing high-quality medical care to multiple species in collaboration with the Lead Veterinarian, Veterinary Technicians, caregivers and support staff. The Associate Veterinarian utilizes a multidisciplinary team focused on excellence in holistic animal care and providing environments conducive to positive welfare.
Requirements
- Active Veterinary State License (New York state)
- Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
- Commitment to approaching care from a holistic animal welfare perspective and providing the highest quality of care to animal residents
- Proven skills in conventional medicine, diagnostics, and healthcare record keeping standards
- Varied veterinary experience welcome. Large animal and avian experience required (specifically: cattle, goat, sheep, pig).
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while effectively managing multiple projects with creativity and flexibility
- Confidence and ability to work independently, while maintaining consistent communication with the support team
- Alignment with Farm Sanctuary's values of compassion, understanding, integrity, transformation, and freedom
- Familiarity, commitment to, and experience with the practice of equity, social justice, and the principles embedded in Farm Sanctuary's mission
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- 13 paid holidays
- Generous paid time off
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 403(b) plan
- Flexible spending accounts
- Long-term disability insurance
- Free access to the CALM meditation app
- Access to the Nivati wellness platform