The Job Opportunity:
A long-established, AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join its collaborative, multi-DVM medical team.

This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys evidence-based medicine, clinical variety, advanced diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and meaningful client relationships. The hospital provides comprehensive care for dogs and cats while also treating a diverse exotic caseload that may include reptiles, birds, guinea pigs, and other small companion animals.

The practice offers an unusually flexible approach to scheduling, with traditional year-round and seasonal work models available. Regardless of the selected schedule, the position includes no routine on-call responsibilities or holiday shifts.

Doctors are supported by an approximately 2:1 staff-to-doctor ratio, including experienced credentialed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service professionals. The hospital is especially proud of its long-tenured team, reflecting a culture built around collaboration, respect, stability, and strong professional relationships.

The practice encourages veterinarians to continue developing their clinical skills through challenging cases, collaboration with specialists, continuing education, and access to advanced medical technology.

For veterinarians interested in long-term leadership and entrepreneurship, a potential partnership and practice ownership pathway may also be available.

Practice Information:
This full-service, AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, diagnostic, hospitalization, and preventive care within a modern clinical environment.  The hospital is equipped to support both preventive care and more complex medical cases.  AAHA accreditation reflects the hospital’s commitment to established standards for veterinary medicine, diagnostics, anesthesia, surgery, pain management, patient care, safety, and hospital operations.

The practice treats a diverse patient population that may include:

• Dogs
• Cats
• Birds
• Reptiles
• Guinea pigs
• Small mammals
• Other appropriate exotic companion animals

Clinical capabilities include:

• In-house laboratory diagnostics
• Access to comprehensive external reference laboratory testing
• Digital radiography
• Electrocardiography
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Dermatologic diagnostics
• Tonometry for glaucoma evaluation
• Abdominal ultrasound
• Cardiac ultrasound
• Echocardiography
• Endoscopy for gastrointestinal evaluation
• Ultrasound-guided biopsy capabilities
• Intravenous fluid therapy
• Hospitalization
• Chemotherapy
• Collaboration with a board-certified internal medicine specialist for advanced diagnostic procedures and complex cases
• Surgery & Dentistry

The hospital provides comprehensive surgical and dental care supported by advanced resources, including:

• General soft tissue surgery
• Abdominal surgery
• Foreign body procedures
• Mass removals
• Urinary surgery
• Board-certified surgical support for orthopedic and advanced procedures
• Recently developed dedicated oral surgery suite
• Full-mouth dental radiography
• Comprehensive dental staging
• Dental and oral surgical procedures

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based veterinary care
• Perform comprehensive wellness and preventive examinations
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Provide medical care for canine and feline patients
• Provide care for exotic patients based on experience and clinical interests
• Perform general soft tissue surgical procedures
• Provide comprehensive dental and oral health care
• Utilize full-mouth dental radiography and dental staging
• Utilize digital radiography and in-house laboratory diagnostics
• Utilize ultrasound and other advanced diagnostic resources based on training and clinical needs
• Interpret or appropriately utilize electrocardiography and blood pressure monitoring
• Manage hospitalized patients
• Participate in appropriate internal medicine workups
• Collaborate with board-certified specialists on complex cases
• Provide or assist with chemotherapy based on training and experience
• Utilize endoscopy and advanced imaging resources when appropriate
• Educate clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, preventive medicine, and long-term patient health
• Build meaningful and lasting relationships with clients and their pets
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians, credentialed veterinary technicians, assistants, and support professionals
• Participate in case discussions and shared clinical learning
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records
• Participate in continuing education and professional development
• Develop individual areas of clinical interest with support from the practice
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented hospital culture

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary institution
• Active state veterinary license in good standing, or eligibility to obtain appropriate licensure
• Prior clinical experience as a practicing veterinarian
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and high-quality patient care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach to veterinary medicine
• Confidence managing a varied general practice caseload
• Comfort providing routine medical, surgical, and dental care
• Commitment to compassionate client communication and education
• Interest in continuing education and professional development
• Desire to develop individual areas of clinical expertise
• Interest or experience in exotic animal medicine is welcomed
• Interest in internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, dentistry, surgery, or advanced diagnostics is welcomed
• Ability to work collaboratively with specialty providers on complex cases
• Desire to contribute positively to a supportive and inclusive hospital culture

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation
• Production-based earning opportunities with no negative accrual
• Signing and/or relocation assistance when applicable
• No routine on-call responsibilities
• No required holiday shifts
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays when applicable
• Paid continuing education days
• Continuing education allowance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Professional license and registration support
• Professional dues and membership support
• Professional liability coverage
• Uniform allowance
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• Employee pet care benefits
• Access to advanced medical and diagnostic technology
• Collaboration with board-certified specialists
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Support for developing individual clinical interests
• Leadership and long-term career development opportunities
• Potential partnership, buy-in, and practice ownership opportunities

—
Disclaimer: The information contained in this job posting is provided by the hiring organization and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associated with the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, qualifications, benefits, compensation, or working conditions Job details, including compensation, benefits, schedules, and position requirements, are subject to change at the discretion of the hiring organization and may be modified without notice. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we cannot guarantee the completeness or continued availability of any position listed. Submission of an application or inquiry does not guarantee an interview, employment, or placement.