Associate Veterinarian

Introduction
Our client is a privately and family-owned veterinary hospital seeking a Full-Time or Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join its team. The practice provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs, cats, exotic pets, and selected farm animals, including pigs and chickens, offering an exceptionally varied clinical environment. Veterinarians wishing to focus exclusively on dogs and cats are equally welcome, while those interested in exotic or farm animal medicine have opportunities to develop their clinical interests, with mentorship available. The position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will be responsible for delivering high-quality medical, surgical, and preventative care while building strong relationships with clients through clear communication and education. Clinical responsibilities include performing comprehensive physical examinations, diagnosing and treating illnesses and injuries, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, interpreting diagnostic tests, and performing routine soft tissue surgeries and dentistry where applicable.
The veterinarian will also maintain accurate medical records, promote preventative healthcare, follow hospital protocols, and collaborate with the wider veterinary team to ensure a high standard of patient care while contributing to a positive, supportive, and team-oriented working environment.

Practice Details
The hospital operates Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 6:00pm and is closed on weekends and public holidays, providing a consistent weekday schedule.
Appointments are typically allocated 30 minutes, with additional time available for more complex medical cases or patients requiring further diagnostic investigations. Surgical patients are generally dropped off in the morning, allowing procedures and additional workups to be scheduled around consultations. The working day includes a midday break and time to catch up on clinical responsibilities, with afternoon appointments generally running from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.
This privately owned veterinary facility is equipped with a comprehensive range of modern diagnostic and surgical equipment, including digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, surgical lasers, and therapeutic laser equipment. The practice places particular emphasis on its laser capabilities, describing its laser surgery and laser therapy equipment as among the best in the area. Red light therapy is also available, particularly for geriatric patients and animals experiencing lameness or mobility difficulties.
The hospital uses a cloud-based medical records system with AI-assisted capabilities, supporting clinical documentation and efficient record management. Its facilities support general medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, exotic animal care, and urgent care, alongside dedicated equipment for laser surgery and therapeutic treatments.
Clinical services encompass general practice, preventative medicine, exotic animal medicine, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, urgent care, and additional therapeutic services. Routine care includes wellness examinations, vaccinations, parasite prevention, sick-patient consultations, diagnostic investigations, dental procedures, spaying and neutering, and general soft tissue surgery.
Orthopedic surgery is available through an external provider who attends the hospital to perform procedures on-site, allowing patients to receive certain advanced surgical treatments within a familiar environment. Additional services include house calls, providing veterinary care outside the hospital when appropriate, alongside life coaching as an additional service mentioned by the owner.
The practice promotes a Fear Free approach to veterinary care, emphasizing reduced stress, patient comfort, and positive veterinary experiences. Its clinical offering extends to traditional companion animals, exotic pets, and selected farm animals, although avian services may be restricted during periods of avian influenza concern.
The owners are receptive to introducing new clinical services based on an incoming veterinarian's experience, interests, and expertise. This provides opportunities for veterinarians who wish to develop a particular area of medicine or contribute to expanding the hospital's existing services.
The hospital is also preparing for future growth, with plans to relocate to larger premises within approximately 24 months. The proposed new location is around 10 minutes from the existing hospital, and the owner has additionally discussed the possibility of opening a third location. These plans provide potential opportunities for incoming veterinarians to contribute to the practice's longer-term development.

Team
The hospital currently operates with one primary veterinarian, alongside additional relief veterinarian coverage, and is supported by a substantial team of 18 employees, including 15 full-time and three part-time support staff members. The practice makes extensive use of its support team to assist with patient care and daily clinical responsibilities.
The hospital places a strong emphasis on maintaining a collaborative, family-oriented working environment where individualized patient care, transparency, and teamwork are valued. Its support structure allows veterinarians to work alongside an established team while managing a broad and varied clinical caseload.
The practice is seeking an Associate Veterinarian who demonstrates a positive mindset, a willingness to grow, and a genuine commitment to patient care. Experienced veterinarians are welcome, while new graduates will also be considered if they demonstrate the right attitude and potential. Mentorship is available to support clinical development and help veterinarians build confidence in their chosen areas of medicine.

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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The Package

Salary up to $180,000 (Annual)

• $140k-$180k base plus production
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a 5% employer match
• $5,000 continuing education allowance
• 10-15 days of PTO
• Professional license, dues and membership reimbursement
• Disability insurance
• 50% employee pet discounts
• Branded uniforms, including shirts and sweaters
• Paid parental leave
• Professional liability insurance
• Potential signing bonus

Hours: Full Time

Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 Annual