Shelter Veterinarian - Animal Shelter - Weld Campus

Job Title: Shelter Veterinarian
Department: Veterinary Services – 09
Job Classification: Full-Time, Salary, Exempt Position.
Job Relationships: Reports to the Chief Veterinarian. Works closely with the Veterinary Services Manager and Veterinary Service team, Animal Care, Behavior & Enrichment, Foster & Transfer, Client Services, and Animal Protection & Control.

We will begin reviewing applications October 25th, 2026. The job will remain open and posted until filled.

General Purpose
The Shelter Veterinarian provides high-quality veterinary medical and surgical care for animals in NOCO Humane's care through the practice of shelter medicine while supporting animal health, welfare, population health, and positive outcomes in accordance with the medical standards established by the Chief Veterinarian, organizational protocols, and shelter medicine practices. The position collaborates closely with Animal Care, Behavior & Enrichment, Client Services, Foster & Transfer, Operations, and other departments to provide veterinary expertise, exercise sound medical judgment, and support collaborative decision-making for individual animal care and shelter population management.

The regular work schedule is generally four or five days per week and includes a weekend day, evening, and participation in the veterinary department's on-call phone rotation. Additional hours and occasional on-site response may be required during emergency situations, events, or as operational needs require

NOCO Humane is an independent nonprofit animal shelter working to further the compassionate, safe, and responsible relationship between animals and people. NOCO Humane is a trusted, responsive community leader, providing programs and services essential to the high quality of life for animals and people in northern Colorado. Making our community great for pets and the people who love them.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Shelter Medicine & Surgery

• Performs spay/neuter surgeries, dental procedures, and other surgeries as appropriate for shelter and limited owned animals.
• Performs physical examinations, diagnostics, treatment planning, and ongoing medical management for animals in NOCO Humane's care in accordance with the medical standards established by the Chief Veterinarian, organizational protocols, and shelter medicine practices.
• Participates in medical rounds and collaborates with Animal Care, Behavior & Enrichment, Client Services, Foster & Transfer, Operations, and other departments regarding individual animal care, population health, medical concerns, animal movement, animal welfare, and case management.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and complete medical records within the organization's medical record system.
• Provides clinical direction and instruction to veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, students, interns, externs, and volunteers during examinations, treatments, anesthesia, surgery, and other patient care activities.
• Evaluates medical cases and exercises sound professional judgment when determining treatment plans, quality-of-life assessments, transfer recommendations, and euthanasia decisions.
• Performs humane euthanasia in accordance with organizational protocols, applicable laws, and accepted veterinary standards.
• Participates in community veterinary medicine programs, including vaccination clinics, spay/neuter clinics, and other community outreach initiatives, to improve access to veterinary care, support public health, and advance NOCO Humane's mission.

Professional Practice and Responsibilities

• Practices medicine in accordance with the medical standards, protocols, and clinical expectations established by the Chief Veterinarian.
• Assists the Chief Veterinarian in the development, review, and continuous improvement of medical protocols, treatment guidelines, disease prevention practices, and standards of care.
• Assists with staff and volunteer education related to shelter medicine, animal health, biosecurity, disease prevention, animal welfare, and safe animal handling practices.
• Provides medical consultation and guidance to internal departments regarding animal health, treatment plans, infectious disease management, and animal welfare concerns.
• Ensures veterinary medical practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including the Colorado Pet Animal Care Facilities Act (PACFA), DEA requirements, and organizational policies.
• Maintains current knowledge of shelter medicine best practices through continuing education and professional development.
• Supports veterinary medical services at other NOCO Humane campuses as operational needs require.
• Maintains professional licensure, professional liability insurance, and all required certifications.
• Follows all organizational safety policies, biosecurity protocols, and infection control procedures.

Other Duties

• Meets attendance, punctuality, and scheduling expectations.
• Adheres to NOCO Humane's Standards of Professional Conduct.
• Operates organizational vehicles when required.
• Participates in meetings, committees, organizational initiatives, and cross-functional projects as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

August 2026