Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

About Lillington Veterinary Hospital
Lillington Veterinary Hospital was established in 1985 by Dr. Sarah Brown. After being named North Carolina Veterinarian of the Year, Dr. Brown retired in June 2000. Her former associates, Dr. Jan Batker and Dr. Amy Allen-Graves, along with Dr. Erin Byrne, have continued to uphold the hospital's commitment to excellence in veterinary medicine. Located in Lillington, the seat of Harnett County, the hospital is a full-service small animal facility dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality healthcare for pets.

The Opportunity
Lillington Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced and compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join our team. We take pride in providing exceptional care to our patients and building strong relationships with their families. The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience, excellent communication skills, and a warm, team-oriented approach. For the right candidate, there are opportunities to grow into a medical leadership role. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine and eager to contribute to a positive, collaborative hospital environment, we'd love to meet you!

Why Join Us?

• Benefits: Enjoy fully paid maternity leave, a sign-on bonus, a relocation package, and competitive compensation—plus no negative accrual or non-compete agreements.
• A Healthy Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 4-day workweek with one rotating Saturday shift per month, all in a positive and supportive work environment.
• Culture: From team-building activities and book club to a collaborative, supportive environment, we foster a workplace where connection and creativity are part of everyday life.
• Impact: We support local non-profits and provide exceptional care to a diverse, urban community.

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About You
You're a licensed veterinarian in North Carolina, committed to high-quality, evidence-based medicine. You thrive in a collaborative environment, and value communication.
If you’re passionate about animal care and a positive workplace culture, consider joining Lillington Veterinary Hospital.

EverVet Community
Our hospital is a proud member of the EverVet family of hospitals. EverVet’s community is one of vision, energy, collaboration and support – we’re like-minded professionals who are driven by the desire to truly make a difference for pets and pet parents. We lift each other up and are not afraid to challenge convention and create a unique space in the veterinary acquisition market.

 
We recognize that the veterinary profession is changing rapidly, but our entrepreneur-guided ownership model and commitment to building healthy, thriving practices has led to industry leading DVM and support staff retention.

 
The Benefits Highlights:
EverVet covers:

• The majority of Medical for individual and dependents (exact percentages vary by tier of coverage chosen).
• 75% of premiums for Dental and Vision for individual and dependents.
• 100% of premiums for Short-Term Disability and Life/AD&D.
• $250 match towards any employee contributions into an accompanying HSA Plan if they select the High-Deductible plan.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan up to 4%.

The Benefits Breakdown:
Career:

• State License Reimbursement
• DEA License Reimbursement
• AVMA Membership
• State VMA Membership
• VIN Membership
• Competitive Pay
• Generous Annual Continuing Education Allowance
• Access to Zoetis Clinical & Professional Program and Events including Conquering Dentistry, Intro to Ultrasound, FRANK Training, Business Bootcamps, (subsidized up to $4,500)
• Access to a multitude of VMG resources including VMG national events & CE

Health & Family:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• Supplemental Life
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Pet Discount
• Maternity Leave
• Bereavement Leave

Financial:

• 401(k) with Generous Employer Match
• Competitive Sign-on Bonus
• Comprehensive PTO Program
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Health Savings Account
• Group Life and AD&D
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance

The Softer Stuff:

• Employee Assistant Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.