Veterinarian

Veterinarian Position At Wilkinson Animal Hospital

Wilkinson Animal Hospital has been dedicated to providing comprehensive veterinary care to the Gastonia community since 1987. We believe in offering the highest quality of medicine in a loving manner, treating every pet like our own while helping them live longer, healthier lives. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our outstanding 4.7-star community rating, demonstrating the high level of trust we have earned. If you are passionate about small animal medicine and ready to do your best work alongside dedicated professionals, this is where your next career chapter begins. Joining Wilkinson Animal Hospital means becoming part of a supportive environment where every teammate is valued. We recognize that sustained professional growth requires robust education and support. As part of a larger organization dedicated to advancing veterinary medicine, we ensure that you have access to the educational resources and leadership programs necessary to succeed. Here, you will practice a high caliber of full-service small animal medicine focused on dogs and cats. Our facility supports comprehensive services including routine pet wellness, testing and diagnostics, and advanced care procedures. Teammates regularly manage complex surgical procedures and urgent care cases, ensuring you maintain a broad and challenging skillset. We prioritize high-quality patient care and provide the necessary tools and administrative support for you to deliver exceptional medical outcomes in our community. Gastonia, North Carolina, offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city accessibility, located right in the heart of the Charlotte Metropolitan Area. This prime location means you get the benefit of a welcoming, tight-knit community feel while having easy access to all the cultural, dining, and recreational opportunities that Charlotte provides. Settling here provides an ideal place to establish roots, offering a vibrant and affordable area where you can relax and recharge after a fulfilling day of work.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build lasting relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice your best medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.