Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Veterinarian | Kansas City Metro | No On-Call, No Overnight

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Want a general practice where you can focus on medicine without sacrificing your time outside the hospital? This opportunity offers a supportive team, an established client base, and a schedule designed with work-life balance in mind.

There are no overnight patients and no on-call shifts , so when you're off, you're truly off. You'll work alongside experienced support staff and other doctors who collaborate on cases and step in to support one another when needed. A nearby emergency and specialty hospital is available for cases requiring advanced care.

Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or a new graduate, you'll have room to grow. Mentorship is available, continuing education is encouraged, and doctors are welcome to develop services that align with their interests.

What You'll Find Here

• Established small animal general practice with a loyal client base

• No on-call shifts and no overnight patient care

• Experienced, tenured support team

• Collaborative doctors and accessible clinical mentorship

• Modern diagnostic and dental equipment, including ultrasound and digital imaging

• Opportunities for routine surgery, dentistry, and continued clinical development

Compensation + Schedule

• Base salary: $115,000–$130,000 annually

• Sign-on bonus package

• Flexible personal time

• No on-call shifts

• No overnight patient care

What You'll Do

Provide comprehensive general practice care for dogs and cats, including preventive medicine, diagnostics, dentistry, routine surgery, and medical case management. You'll work with an established client base, educate pet owners about treatment and preventive care, and collaborate with the veterinary and support team on patient care.

What You Bring

• DVM or VMD degree

• Eligible for veterinary licensure in Kansas

• Interest in companion animal general practice

• Strong communication and client relationship skills

• Collaborative, respectful approach to teamwork

• New graduates are welcome; mentorship is available

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) and Roth retirement options

• Continuing education allowance

• Professional liability coverage and license/dues reimbursement

• Life and disability insurance

• Paid short-term disability

• Mental health resources

• DVM referral program

Life in the Kansas City Metro

Enjoy the advantages of the Kansas City area, including a diverse dining scene, entertainment, professional sports, parks, and cultural attractions. The region offers a variety of communities and lifestyles while providing access to the amenities of a major metropolitan area.

Interested in learning more? We'd love to start a confidential conversation and share additional details about this opportunity.

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