Associate Veterinarian

Introduction
Our client is a hospital seeking a Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to join their established general practice. This companion animal hospital provides comprehensive small animal care and is looking for a full-time DVM to become part of a collaborative three-doctor team. The practice focuses on long-term client relationships, thoughtful general medicine, and maintaining a steady, sustainable pace that supports both quality care and team wellbeing.

Working Hours / Rota
The hospital is open Monday from 8:00am to 6:00pm, Tuesday from 8:00am to 6:00pm, Wednesday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, Thursday from 8:00am to 6:00pm, Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, and Saturday from 8:00am to 12:00pm. The clinic is closed on Sundays. This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule designed to support work-life balance.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will practice general small animal medicine in a structured and supportive environment. Clinical responsibilities include wellness and vaccination appointments, puppy and kitten care, senior pet care, dentistry, spay and neuter procedures, soft tissue surgeries such as lumpectomies and tumor removals, wound repair, alternative therapies including laser therapy, diagnostics, and end-of-life care. The role also involves utilizing in-house and off-site laboratory services, digital radiography, and ultrasound to support diagnostic and treatment planning. The position is suited to a veterinarian who values collaboration, consistency, and high-quality general practice medicine within a positive and team-oriented culture.

Practice Details
This is a true general practice focused on solid, consistent small animal medicine. The hospital offers dental services, surgery including spays, neuters, lumpectomies, tumor removals, and soft tissue procedures, alternative therapies such as laser therapy, diagnostics, emergency services, end-of-life care, puppy and kitten care, senior pet care, wellness services, and vaccinations. Diagnostic capabilities include in-house and off-site laboratory services, digital radiography, and ultrasound. The culture is close-knit, communicative, and supportive, with a steady pace designed to promote sustainability and professional satisfaction. The practice is partnered with a veterinarian-founded network that provides operational support while preserving the hospital's unique identity and focus on long-term success and team wellbeing.

Team
The hospital team includes three DVMs supported by a skilled and supportive staff and an experienced practice manager. The environment is collaborative, communicative, and mentorship-focused, fostering professional growth while maintaining a positive and team-centered workplace culture.

Candidate Requirements

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

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Salary up to $90,000 (Annual)

• Base Salary $80-90k + 20% Production
• No Negative Accrual
• Sign-On Bonus
• Equity with Ownership Opportunities
• Generous Benefits Package: Health, Vision, and Dental • Insurance
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional Growth: Annual CE allowance of $2,000, 3 days CE-specific paid time off, and access to MentorVet Leap
• 401(k) + Matching: up to 6%
• Flexible PTO Package!