The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society
Location
Pembroke, Ontario
Salary
CA$65 - CA$75 / HOUR
The clinical lead will provide wellness, surgical, and urgent care for both shelter animals and community pets via a mobile veterinary unit. They will also help develop clinical protocols and standards for the new program in Renfrew County.
Candidates must hold a DVM degree and be licensed or eligible for licensing with the College of Veterinarians of Ontario. Experience in small animal medicine and surgery is required, with shelter or community medicine experience preferred.
Are you looking for veterinary work that feels meaningful, community-focused, and genuinely impactful?
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is launching an innovative Veterinary Clinic in Renfrew County — and we’re looking for a passionate Veterinarian to help lead it.
This is more than a traditional clinic role. It’s an opportunity to help build a new model of accessible veterinary care for underserved rural communities while directly improving the lives of animals and the people who love them.
Working from a mobile veterinary unit connected to the Renfrew County Animal Centre, you’ll play a key role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care while helping shape a progressive and purpose-driven program from the ground up.
If you thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy meaningful community connection, and want your work to create measurable impact, we’d love to hear from you.
As the clinical lead within the mobile veterinary program, you will provide care for both Ontario SPCA animals and community-owned pets through a mix of wellness medicine, surgery, urgent care support, and end of life services.
Most importantly, this role offers the chance to combine excellent veterinary medicine with genuine community impact.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re excited by the opportunity to help shape a new approach to community veterinary care while making a real difference for animals and people alike, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the role to: Tracy McElman, Provincial Operations Manager
The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.
Our Commitment to a Human-Centered Hiring Process
Our organization complies with Ontario employment standards and privacy legislation. While we use technology to help manage applications efficiently, resumes are personally reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. From screening to interviews and final decisions, our process is led by experienced HR professionals who ensure fairness, transparency, and a personalized approach at every stage.