Non-Profit Shelter | Minutes from Hartford, CT & Western MA
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in animal welfare while leading a compassionate, mission-driven team?
A highly respected nonprofit animal welfare organization just minutes from Hartford, CT and centrally located in Western Massachusetts is seeking a Medical Director & Shelter Veterinarian to lead its medical team and continue transforming lives — for animals and the people who love them.
Each year, we help over 20,000 animals — cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, and more — through comprehensive programs that span adoption, community services, and veterinary care.
What You’ll Do:
As our Medical Director / Adoption Center Veterinarian, you’ll:
- Lead a team of dedicated veterinarians and technicians
- Provide medical care to adoption center animals (including diagnostics, treatment, surgery, and follow-up)
- Ensure regulatory and protocol compliance
- Collaborate with leadership to support and grow impactful programs
- Help shape the future of animal welfare in your community
You’ll be supported by an experienced, well-trained medical and operations team that shares your commitment to excellence, compassion, and innovation.
What We’re Looking For:
- DVM or VMD from an accredited school
- Licensed (or eligible) to practice in Massachusetts
- Massachusetts controlled substance license & DEA license
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Full-time availability
Why Join Us?
- 30 days of PTO in your second year (35 in your third!)
- 5 paid holidays
- Health, dental, vision, and FSA
- 100% employer-paid life insurance
- EAP and mental wellness support
- 401(k) with paid advisor access
- Generous CE stipend + dedicated time off
- Annual reimbursement for licenses, liability insurance, and memberships
- Discounted pet care for your pets
- Support from internal experts in HR, Marketing, Operations & Finance
- Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Salary: $150,000
Ready to Lead With Purpose?
This is more than a job — it’s a calling. If you’re a compassionate, collaborative veterinarian with a desire to lead, grow, and serve a community in need, we’d love to talk.
