Veterinarian - Ballston Animal Hospital

Practice

At Ballston Animal Hospital our doctors and staff care deeply about the health and happiness of your pet. Our mission is to partner with our clients to provide the highest standard of care possible. We do this by delivering comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and wellness care in a friendly, professional, and caring environment. We are pleased that our community voted Ballston Animal Hospital "2022 Best Vet in Arlington, VA".

Position Purpose

Part-Time Associate Veterinarian (DVM) - Arlington, VA

Ballston Animal Hospital | Arlington, VA

Flexible opportunity for a DVM who prefers a medicine-only caseload

Compensation: $67,000-$70,000 annually plus production

Join an experienced, collaborative team that values quality medicine, mentorship, and work-life balance.

Ballston Animal Hospital is seeking a Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established small animal practice in the heart of Arlington, Virginia. Our hospital has been serving the community for decades and is known for providing compassionate, personalized care in a supportive, team-oriented environment. We are locally owned and committed to partnering with our clients to deliver exceptional medical, surgical, dental, and wellness care.

Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for greater flexibility or an early-career DVM seeking mentorship, you'll find a welcoming team dedicated to helping you succeed.

Why You'll Love Ballston Animal Hospital

• Join a stable, experienced veterinary team with long-tenured doctors and support staff.
• Collaborative culture where doctors work together on cases and treatment planning.
• Individualized mentorship tailored to your experience and career goals.
• No on-call or after-hours emergency responsibilities.
• Manageable appointment schedule averaging approximately 14 appointments per day.
• Thirty-minute wellness and sick appointments to allow quality time with patients and clients.
• Opportunity for long-term growth as the practice continues to expand.

Our Facility

Our hospital is equipped with the technology needed to practice high-quality medicine, including:

• Digital radiography
• Digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Therapy laser
• IDEXX Catalyst & ProCyte in-house laboratory
• Dedicated surgical suite

Schedule

We are looking for a veterinarian interested in a flexible part-time schedule. Hospital hours are:

• MondayThursday: 7:30 AM 7:30 PM
• Friday: 7:30 AM 5:30 PM
• Closed Saturdays and Sundays

What We're Looking For

We'd love to connect with veterinarians who:

• Enjoy practicing high-quality small animal medicine
• Appreciate collaboration and open communication
• Value strong client relationships and patient advocacy
• Thrive in a supportive, team-first environment
• Enjoy learning and mentoring alongside experienced colleagues

Learn More

Want to see if Ballston Animal Hospital is the right fit for you? We'd love to start with a conversation.

Visit us at ballstonanimalhospital.com to learn more about our hospital, team, and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients' medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

Benefits dependent on Part-Time or Full-Time Opportunity

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available

Pay Range

USD $67,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.

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