Associate Veterinarian

West Tisbury, Martha's Vineyard, MA

Looking for a practice where you can truly practice high-quality medicine while enjoying an incredible quality of life? Animal Health Care Associates has been a trusted part of the Martha's Vineyard community for over 45 years, providing exceptional veterinary care in a collaborative, supportive, and well-established environment.

We're seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian who enjoys surgery, values strong client relationships, and is excited to practice comprehensive medicine with an experienced team.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Animal Health Care Associates, you'll find the unique combination of a close-knit, family-oriented team and the opportunity to practice advanced medicine. Our hospital is known throughout the island for its friendly, compassionate care and serves a diverse clientele that is highly invested in their pets' health.

We primarily care for dogs and cats (over 90% of our caseload), while also offering the opportunity to see occasional equine and other large animal patients for veterinarians with mixed-animal interests.

Our doctors are encouraged to practice medicine to the fullest extent of their training. We perform a wide range of surgical and medical procedures in-house and refer cases only when truly necessary.

Advanced Medicine & Services

Our hospital offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including:

• Orthopedic surgery
• Soft tissue surgery
• Dentistry with dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Internal medicine
• Therapeutic laser
• Acupuncture (with a licensed veterinary acupuncturist on staff)
• Thermography
• Stem cell therapy
• In-house diagnostics

We're also continually investing in the future of our practice, with plans for facility expansion and additional equipment upgrades as the hospital continues to grow.

Our practice also participates in a collaborative after-hours emergency rotation with other veterinary hospitals on Martha's Vineyard, helping provide overnight emergency coverage for the island community.

About Martha's Vineyard

Living on Martha's Vineyard offers an unmatched lifestyle. Enjoy beautiful beaches, charming coastal towns, outdoor recreation, incredible restaurants, and a welcoming year-round community. Whether you're boating after work, exploring scenic trails, or simply enjoying the slower pace of island life, you'll quickly understand why so many people choose to call the Vineyard home.

• Full Time, Part-Time, or Relief Veterinarian
• Proficient in general medicine, surgery, and dentistry (mentorship available for new grads)

We offer our veterinarians:

• Flexible Scheduling & Medical Autonomy
• Comprehensive Benefits (paid vacation/sick time/holidays, health, dental, vision, liability, 401K, life & supplemental insurance, employee assistance program, and personal pet care discounts)
• Competitive Compensation with Production Bonus
• Paid CE Allowance & Professional Dues
• Future Ownership Opportunities through our partner track
• Relocation Assistance & Sign-On Bonus

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Active veterinary state license (or ability to obtain one)
• DEA License and USDA Accreditation preferred but not required

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

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Base Salary Range: $125,000 - $150,000 based upon skillset, schedule and availability.