Veterinarian

Job Description

Experienced Veterinarian Opportunity - Shandon-Wood Animal Clinic

Columbia, South Carolina

Shandon-Wood Animal Clinic, an AAHA-accredited small animal practice in Columbia, South Carolina, is seeking an experienced Veterinarian to join our collaborative team of nine doctors.

We are looking for a confident, client-focused clinician who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine, values teamwork, and is eager to contribute to a well-established hospital with a strong reputation in the community. This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian seeking a long-term professional home with the resources, support staff, and autonomy necessary to thrive.

Competitive Base Salary: $100,000-$135,000+ (commensurate with experience)
Significant earning potential through production
Leadership and mentorship opportunities available for experienced candidates

For almost 50 years, Shandon-Wood Animal Clinic has been committed to enhancing the human-animal bond by providing exceptional veterinary care with compassion, integrity, and convenience. Our loyal client base, experienced medical team, and commitment to progressive medicine have made us one of Columbia's most respected veterinary hospitals.

Why Experienced Veterinarians Choose Shandon-Wood

As part of our doctor team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Practice high-quality medicine with the support of a highly trained technical team
• Collaborate with a diverse group of experienced veterinarians on complex medical and surgical cases
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities
• Enjoy professional autonomy while practicing within a supportive and team-oriented culture
• Help shape the future of the practice through mentorship, leadership, and medical collaboration

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus production
• Choice of customized incentives including:
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Retention Bonus
• Sign-On Bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Health Insurance Reimbursement
• Vacation Allowance
• Charitable Donation Contribution
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, ancillary coverage, and 401(k)
• Generous PTO and a rotating schedule designed to support work-life balance
• No on-call responsibilities
• $2,000 Continuing Education allowance
• Paid licensing fees, DEA registration, professional dues, and memberships

Advanced Medical Resources

Our doctors are supported by modern equipment and a highly utilized technical team, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.

Hospital resources include:

• Digital radiography
• Digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Ligasure
• IDEXX in-house laboratory equipment
• Fully paperless medical records

About Columbia, South Carolina

Located in the heart of South Carolina, Columbia offers an outstanding quality of life with a warm climate, affordable cost of living, vibrant dining and entertainment options, and easy access to both the mountains and the coast. The city is home to the University of South Carolina, thriving arts and cultural districts, and numerous locally owned restaurants and shops.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited veterinary school
• South Carolina veterinary license (or ability to obtain licensure)
• Minimum of 3+ years of clinical experience preferred
• Strong diagnostic, surgical, and communication skills
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and exceptional client service
• Desire to collaborate with colleagues and contribute positively to hospital culture
• Interest in mentoring and supporting fellow team members is highly valued

If you are an experienced veterinarian looking for a practice where your medical expertise, leadership, and professional growth are genuinely valued, we invite you to learn more about Shandon-Wood Animal Clinic.

Visit our website: Shandon-Wood Animal Clinic

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.


Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next


One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.


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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.