Associate Veterinarian

Introduction
A brand new veterinary hospital opening in Summer 2026 in Boise, Idaho is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its founding clinical team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of launching a modern practice from the ground up, helping shape the hospital's culture, clinical standards, and team environment. The hospital will focus on delivering high-quality general practice medicine while creating a supportive workplace where veterinarians can develop their interests and build long-term careers.

Working Hours / Rota
The schedule will be designed to support consistent patient access while maintaining a balanced and sustainable workload for the veterinary team. Flexible scheduling options will allow veterinarians to maintain a healthy work-life balance while practicing high-quality medicine.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive care for companion animals, including preventative medicine, diagnostics, medical case management, and routine surgical and dental procedures. Responsibilities include performing examinations, developing treatment plans, communicating clearly with pet owners, and working closely with technicians and support staff to deliver efficient and compassionate care. As part of a newly opening hospital, the veterinarian will also have the opportunity to contribute to establishing clinical protocols and shaping the workflow of the practice as it grows.

Practice Details
This new hospital will provide modern general practice veterinary services while emphasizing continued clinical development and innovation. Veterinarians will have access to hands-on advanced skills training labs designed to support ongoing learning and clinical progression. The organization strongly encourages skill development and supports veterinarians in exploring areas of medicine they are passionate about. The hospital's culture is a central focus, with a strong emphasis on mentorship, collaboration, and career growth. Veterinarians will have opportunities to participate in Medical Advisory meetings, collaborate with experienced clinicians across the network, and contribute to mentoring new graduates. For those interested in long-term leadership, pathways toward mentorship roles and potential equity partnership opportunities may also be available.

Team
The hospital will launch with a growing team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. Founding team members will play an important role in shaping the culture of the hospital while helping build a collaborative and supportive clinical environment.

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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• Guaranteed salary plus production
• No negative accrual
• Quarterly incentives
• Smart and flexible equity options
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401k fully gifted
• Generous CE allowance
• Unlimited PTO
• Life insurance
• Voluntary disability insurance
• License reimbursement
• Uniform reimbursement
• Veterinary services and discounts
• Wellness reimbursements

Hours: Full Time