Associate Veterinarian

Practice Exceptional Medicine. Build Lasting Relationships. Love Where You Work.

For more than 65 years, Animal Hospital of Wilkes has been a trusted part of the Wilkesboro community, caring for generations of pets and the families who love them. As a well-established, five-doctor small animal practice, we've built our reputation on compassionate care, collaborative teamwork, and a commitment to practicing high-quality medicine.

Associate Veterinarian

We're looking for an Associate Veterinarian who enjoys building meaningful client relationships, values teamwork, and wants the support and resources to practice medicine their way. From having input into your schedule and appointment workflow to enjoying an occasional exotic pet or small ruminant in your caseload, there's room to shape a role that fits your interests and professional goals. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or a recent graduate looking for strong mentorship, we'd love to meet you.

Interested in Practice Ownership?

Animal Hospital of Wilkes offers a unique opportunity for veterinarians who aspire to become practice owners. Qualified doctors have the opportunity to purchase equity in the hospital, allowing you to build long-term wealth while maintaining the support and resources of Innovetive Petcare. Whether ownership is part of your immediate goals or something you'd like to explore in the future, we're happy to have that conversation.

Why You'll Love Practicing Here

At Animal Hospital of Wilkes, you'll join an experienced, supportive team that believes great medicine starts with great people. Our hospital offers:

• Five-doctor collaborative team with experienced support staff
• Long-standing, loyal clientele with deep community roots
• A diverse caseload featuring primarily dogs and cats, with occasional exotic pets and small ruminants for doctors who enjoy variety in their day
• Preventive and wellness care
• Soft tissue surgery
• Advanced orthopedic procedures
• Comprehensive dentistry
• Diagnostic services
• Daytime urgent and emergency care
• Boarding services
• Spacious, recently refreshed standalone hospital
• A culture that encourages collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning
• Opportunity to invest in the practice through an optional equity partnership

Proud recipient of "Best Veterinary Clinic" by local community readers

Flexibility to Practice Your Way

We believe great veterinary medicine starts with a schedule and workflow that works for you. At Animal Hospital of Wilkes, we're open to giving our next veterinarian the flexibility to create a schedule that fits their needs and preferences, including the option to focus on scheduled appointments rather than walk-ins. We want you to have a voice in how you practice and the freedom to build a workflow that supports both your patients and your work-life balance.