Description
Are you a surgeon who loves flow?
Do you enjoy dialing in your technique, working with a skilled team, and completing 30+ efficient, high-quality procedures in a focused surgery block?
At the Humane Society of Sonoma County (HSSC), our High-Quality High-Volume Spay/Neuter (HQHVSN) surgeons practice prevention medicine at scale. Every surgery prevents future suffering and every day changes the trajectory of hundreds of animals.
If you want purposeful surgery without late-night emergencies, production pressure, or exam-room overload, keep reading!
What makes this role different
This is not chaotic high volume, it is optimized high-quality medicine.
At HSSC you’ll work with:
- Dedicated technicians
- Standardized surgical prep and instrument rotation systems
- Streamlined intake and recovery flow
- Fear-Free handling practices
- A team trained specifically for high-volume efficiency
- You focus on the surgeries, and our systems support you.
The Schedule
- Full-time or part-time considered
- Flexible schedule options
- Predictable surgery blocks
- Rarely on call or evenings
What You’ll Do
- Perform 30–35 high-quality spay/neuter procedures per day (case mix dependent)
- Manage complex cases including pregnant, pediatric, in-heat, and cryptorchid patients
- Apply efficient, safe anesthetic and analgesic protocols optimized for high-volume settings
- Collaborate with a highly skilled support team focused on patient safety and flow
- Contribute to regional population management and access-to-care strategies
Last year, our team completed thousands of surgeries that directly reduced shelter overcrowding and improved access to veterinary care across Sonoma County.
At HSSC your work has real, measurable impact.
Who Thrives Here
- DVM/VMD + CA license
- Experience in HVHQSN techniques
- Surgeons who love precision and efficiency
- Shelter or HQHVSN veterinarians who value systems and teamwork
High-volume experience very much preferred, and strong surgical candidates transitioning from general practice are welcome to apply.
If you are technically solid and motivated to refine your efficiency, we are open to the right fit.
Compensation & Benefits
- $150,000–$175,000 DOE
- Flexible scheduling with prorated salary options
- Vacation + Sick Leave + 11 paid holidays
- CE stipend + CE days
- Medical, dental, vision
- Retirement plan
- License + dues reimbursement
- Relocation assistance available!
Why HSSC?
Since 1931, the Humane Society of Sonoma County has been a community-supported resource hub for animals and the people who love them. We are committed to innovation, population management solutions, and expanding access to care.
We believe that shelter medicine is public health.
A Note About Sonoma County:
Santa Rosa offers access to the Pacific Coast, redwood forests, wine country, hiking trails, and proximity to San Francisco, all in one of Northern California’s most beautiful regions.
We encourage candidates to explore the area and ensure it aligns with their lifestyle goals
Ready to Make Surgical Impact at Scale?
We’d love to talk to you!
Please send your resume and a brief introduction to: jobs@humanesocietysoco.org
Job Type: Full-time / Flexible
Work Location: In person
Humane Society of Sonoma County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from veterinarians of all backgrounds and identities.
