Associate Veterinarian - Advanced Veterinary Care

Associate Veterinarian - Advanced Veterinary Care We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our team at Advanced Veterinary Care. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication and client‑relationship skills. Position Overview Advanced Veterinary Care has been proudly providing families and their beloved pets with friendly, compassionate veterinary care since 2013. Our full‑service animal hospital is fully equipped to practice high‑quality medicine and offers a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic services including an in‑house Idexx laboratory, digital radiography, surgical laser, ultrasound, and CT. Key Responsibilities Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups Client communication and education Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery Maintaining accurate medical records Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications and following controlled substance protocols Promote teamwork and staff efficiency Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations Evaluate and monitor protocols for daily hospital operations from intake to discharge Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to ensure highest standards are upheld Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels Perform other duties as assigned by management Qualifications (Required) Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university Current state veterinary license DEA registration must be obtained and maintained 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice Strong diagnostic and clinical skills Excellent surgical and dental skills Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills Commitment to providing compassionate and high‑quality veterinary care Effective communication with all members of the medical and hospital staff Client communication skills – ability to elicit information, establish rapport, and offer explanations to pet owners Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain Ability to perform some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling Ability to perform moderately physically demanding work periodically Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) Clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals across all systems (cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological, etc.) Problem‑solving skills – ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high‑quality veterinary hospital Effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients and internal staff Professionalism – ability to give and receive constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback Business acumen – understanding of management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice Knowledge of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients Commitment to continuing education – utilization of available resources and facilitation of learning for others Pay Range $140,000 — $150,000 USD Benefits & Work Schedule Base salary $140,000 – $150,000 plus production Up to $125,000 signing bonus and retention/relocation package 4‑day work week – no on‑call duties Clinical autonomy and state‑of‑the‑art veterinary facility AAHA accredited practice Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $125,000 Medical, dental, and vision insurance Competitive salary and production bonus – no negative accrual option available Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster) 401(k) with discretionary contribution Team member pet discounts Emotional wellbeing support – Calm app access and 24/7 EAP CE stipends and career development resources Grant Circle – relief fund for personal hardship Local hospital culture backed by national resources Equal Opportunity Employer PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr