Per Diem Veterinarian

Job Type Part-time, Temporary Description Do you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of animals? Are you interested in doing it in a way that offers a good work/life balance, with no weekends, holidays, or a long work week? Lollypop Farm is in search of per diem veterinarians to perform HQHVSN surgeries to increase our spay/neuter services to the community and shelter pets. This per diem position has minimal client contact, follows quality medical protocol, and comes with a trained and capable support team of surgical technicians. Veterinarians must be able to schedule shifts up to two months in advance to supplement our surgery capacity and to cover vacations. Veterinarians must have the ability and comfort to tackle cryptorchids (inguinal and abdominal), pyometra surgeries, pregnant spays, and pediatric surgeries. Convenient schedule: Day shift: 8-2, flexible Flexible days No evenings No weekends No Holidays No emergency call-ins Essential Job Duties: Perform pre- and post-operative examinations. Perform, on average, up to 20 spay/neuter surgeries per day once fully up to speed. Provide vaccinations and limited medical care as needed. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the company's policies and applicable state and federal laws. Observes all safety rules and regulations for self and others. Performs other duties as requested. Requirements Education/Experience/Skills: DVM, VMD or equivalent Doctoral Veterinary degree with license to practice in New York State. Skilled in performing a high volume of spay and neuter surgeries, including on pediatric patients. Ability to perform necessary surgeries and medical treatments in accordance with accepted professional standard. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to make consistent and sound decisions regarding an animal's health. Strong interpersonal skills working with a team. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain stationary during shift, move throughout the building and move weight up to 50 pounds. Frequently required to communicate with others. Occasionally required to move excessive weight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this position. Must Align with the Company Mission, Vision and Core Values:Mission: Together with our community, we better the lives of animals through justice, prevention, and life-saving care Vision: A just and compassionate world for all animals Core Values: We embrace and recognize that Lollypop Farm donors are the heroes of our work - voluntarily offering time or money, no matter the amount - to support our mission. Together, our core values unify and guide us to provide the best service to the animals, our community, our organization and ourselves Compassion: We show empathy and sympathy for what people and animals are experiencing through positive and constructive actions Communication: We exchange thoughts, feelings, and ideas in pursuit of mutually-accepted goals Flexibility: We are willing and comfortable adapting to new circumstances and conditions Commitment: We are steadfast in our efforts to achieve our mission Teamwork: We collaborate and communicate to achieve common goals, understanding that the organization thrives when unified Integrity: We act with honor, fairness, and respect for animals, individuals, the organization, and our community Respect: We are considerate and show professional regarding all aspects of our work Commitment to Diversity At Lollypop Farm, we believe that people are our greatest strength. We are united by our mission - Together with our community, we better the lives of animals through justice, prevention, and lifesaving care. Our values inspire us to promote and support a diverse and equitable environment of mutual respect where all staff, volunteers, and community members feel a sense of inclusion and belonging. EOE/ADA Salary Description $100-110/hr, commensurate based on experience

Created: 2026-03-04