Would you like to become part of one of New England’s most respected and effective animal welfare organizations?
We’re looking for passionate, skilled and people-friendly professionals to join the team that’s helped over 130,000 cats since our founding in 1992. Our goal is to make every interaction with our organization a positive experience for the cats and cat guardians who rely on us for spay/neuter, adoption, veterinary assistance and other services.We love what we do…and we think you’ll love working with us.
Current Opportunities
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for any of the positions listed below, please send a cover letter and resume to hr@mrfrs.org. No phone calls, please. In your cover letter, please describe your relevant experience and skills.
The part-time Veterinarian operates under the direction of the MRFRS Veterinary Practice Manager and Medical Director. As part of our team, you help ensure high-quality veterinary care reaches cats in need through the surgical and medical services offered to the patients of the Catmobile service.
What we are looking for:
We are looking for veterinarians with a passion for helping all communities access veterinary care for their feline companions. As we are a mobile service, we are looking for veterinarians all across Massachusetts. Our team of experienced support staff will transport the clinic to its daily location. You will arrive at the scheduled location and administer your skills and knowledge to our scheduled patients.
We service the greater Merrimack Valley and beyond:, Methuen, Billerica, Fitchburg, Brockton, Haverhill, Woburn, Holbrook, Quincy, Lowell, Salisbury, Leominster, Framingham, Tyngsboro, Salem, Topsfield, Hopkinton.
Our Catmobile Veterinarians perform spay/neuter surgeries, wellness exams, vaccinations, microchipping, and other preventive care services in a mobile setting. Collaborating with a dedicated team of technicians and assistants to ensure high-quality patient care and client education.
What we offer:
Enjoy the flexibility of a part-time position as you work with us to craft the perfect part-time schedule that suits your lifestyle. Our clinics operate Monday through Friday, with no nights or weekends required (although special community events held on Saturdays and Sundays are occasionally an option). You would be part of a team of doctors utilized to staff this mobile clinic.
Competitive Compensation:
In this role, you have the ability to help ensure all cats and families have access to routine veterinary care through our services, and know you have helped the most vulnerable and in-need cats and caretakers in their communities.
Role and Responsibilities
Oversee and facilitate high-quality medical and surgical care of the day’s patients in care of the Catmobile. During their shift, the veterinarian is responsible for overseeing all aspects of veterinary care, including exams and surgeries, calculation and delivery of medications, verifying completion of medical records daily, and patient discharge information.
Medical and Surgical Care
- Examine, medically treat, medicate, and perform surgical sterilization of patients (spay/neuter)
- Review and confirm medication and anesthetic drug calculations.
- Review all pre-op medical records, if applicable. Consulting with the patient's primary veterinarian, if applicable
- Provide for an efficient flow of patients through their medical procedures.
- Oversee documentation of all exam findings, treatments, vaccinations, and surgery in the medical record.
- Assist with patient discharge on an as-needed basis to address specific patient concerns.
Administrative
- Oversee the documentation of all findings, test results, and treatment recommendations in MRFRS’ medical record system.
- Maintain strict control of and adhere to all regulations related to the handling of controlled substances and drug logs.
- Provide direction to the Catmobile Medical Team during and in support of operations.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with current license to practice in Massachusetts.
- Current and active DEA license.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation
- Animal handling skills and experience.
- Maintain current MCSR
- Maintaining PLIT Insurance is highly recommended.
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
No phone calls please. In the cover letter, describe your relevant experience and skills. Position will remain open until filled.We are seeking an experienced, highly organized Lead Veterinary Technician to oversee medical operations on a mobile feline spay/neuter clinic. This role requires strong technical skills, excellent surgical support capabilities, and the ability to lead a small team in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The Lead Technician plays a critical role in ensuring efficient workflow, maintaining high standards of patient care, and supporting the veterinarian in performing high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter surgery. This is an ideal role for a technician who thrives in a structured but dynamic environment, enjoys process optimization, and is committed to improving access to veterinary care.
Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society’s (MRFRS) Catmobile program is based in Salisbury, Massachusetts, and operates out of our fully equipped mobile veterinary units. Our spay and neuter services offer high-quality veterinary care to all communities. Established in 2008, the Catmobile program plays a vital role in providing essential veterinary care to cats from communities across Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire. The Catmobile operates at multiple locations throughout Massachusetts year-round.
What we are looking for:
A Veterinary Technician with a passion for helping all communities access veterinary care for their feline companions. 5 years of clinical veterinary technician experience is required. Surgical / anesthesia experience, experience in high-volume spay/neuter or shelter setting, and experience in a leadership or senior technician roles are preferred along with strong communication and adaptability skills.
We service the greater Merrimack Valley and beyond:
Methuen, Billerica, Fitchburg, Brockton, Salem, Attleboro, Haverhill, Woburn, Holbrook, Quincy, Topsfield, Hopkinton, Lowell, Salisbury, Tyngsboro, Leominster, Danvers, & Framingham.
Our Catmobile Veterinarians perform spay/neuter surgeries, wellness exams, vaccinations, microchipping, and other preventive care services in a mobile setting. Collaborating with a dedicated team of technicians and assistants to ensure high-quality patient care and client education.
Flexible Schedule: Work with us to craft the perfect schedule that suits your lifestyle. Enjoy a four-day workweek for full-time positions, or craft the perfect part-time schedule that suits your lifestyle. Our clinics operate Monday through Friday, with no nights or weekends required (although special community events held on Saturdays and Sundays are occasionally an option).
Competitive Salary:
$35-$40/hour dependent on experience
By joining our team, you will have the ability to help ensure all cats and families have access to routine veterinary care through our services. Knowing that at the end of each day, you have helped reach the most vulnerable and in-need cats and caretakers in their communities. Please email your cover letter and resume to hr@mrfrs.org
