Lead Veterinarian
Location
Burlingame, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 25, 2026
About the organization
A nonprofit organization dedicated to animal welfare and the protection of animals in the Peninsula area of the San Francisco Bay Area in California that offers various services and programs focused on animal care, adoption, education, and advocacy.
Position Overview
The role is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of veterinary and humane care for all animals, in line with the organization's policies, California Veterinary Medical Board standards, and state laws. This includes establishing and overseeing veterinary medical policies, performing services, and facilitating communication and education for staff, volunteers, and the public on veterinary issues such as zoonotic diseases. The primary focus is on the health and welfare of the animals under the veterinarian's care.
Responsibilities:
+ Recommend, develop and implement veterinary medical protocols and procedures for all departments and programs.
A nonprofit organization dedicated to animal welfare and the protection of animals in the Peninsula area of the San Francisco Bay Area in California that offers various services and programs focused on animal care, adoption, education, and advocacy.
Position Overview
The role is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of veterinary and humane care for all animals, in line with the organization's policies, California Veterinary Medical Board standards, and state laws. This includes establishing and overseeing veterinary medical policies, performing services, and facilitating communication and education for staff, volunteers, and the public on veterinary issues such as zoonotic diseases. The primary focus is on the health and welfare of the animals under the veterinarian's care.
Responsibilities:
+ Recommend, develop and implement veterinary medical protocols and procedures for all departments and programs.