Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian
$100,000 – $200,000 + benefits

The Hospital
Looking for a full-time Associate Veterinarian role in a well-established, community-focused small animal practice in Billings, Montana?
Global Veterinary Careers is currently supporting a long-standing companion animal hospital hiring a full-time Veterinarian to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to small animals.
What to Expect A schedule that respects your time. They offer flexible scheduling options tailored to your availability, and you can count on leaving on time with no on-call or late-night expectations!
With an excellent staff to doctor ratio, you’ll have the support and respect you need to be excellent for our patients. The hospital is proud to offer:

• Established general practice with a loyal, multi-generational client base
• Flexible scheduling designed to protect work–life balance
• Modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities
• Strong emphasis on preventive medicine and client education
• Supportive, collaborative team environment with high clinical autonomy
• Opportunity to manage urgent and same-day cases without ER-style burnout
• A culture that values humour, respect, and professional input

The Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $120,000 – $220,000 plus production bonus
• Sign-on bonus available
• Full-time position
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending and health savings account options
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Optional long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Staff pet care discounts

The Role
Full-Time Associate Veterinarian role including:

• Delivering high-quality small animal medical care
• Utilizing modern diagnostics and treatment planning tools
• Building strong, trust-based relationships with clients and patients
• Managing urgent and same-day cases as part of general practice
• Performing thorough case documentation using structured SOAP templates
• Promoting wellness through preventive care plans and long-term health strategies
• Participating in client education and community outreach initiatives

Location
Billings, Montana, nicknamed the “Magic City,” is the state’s largest city (pop. ~117,000) and a major economic hub for healthcare, retail, and agriculture in the region. Located in south-central Montana along the Yellowstone River, it is characterized by dramatic sandstone cliffs known as “the Rims” and serves as a premier gateway to Yellowstone National Park, offering access to numerous historic Western sites and outdoor recreation. Billings provides a blend of urban amenities—including many local restaurants—and close proximity to the outdoor, “Big Sky” lifestyle, serving as a hub for both agricultural workers and tourists exploring Montana and the nearby Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument.
To Be Considered for This Position, You Must Have:

• DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university
• Active California veterinary license in good standing
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Confidence in clinical decision-making and case management
• Commitment to compassionate, individualized patient care

This role is advertised by  Global Veterinary Careers , who operate as an employment business and recruitment agency. We work with independent practices and corporate groups worldwide across general practice, leadership, emergency, and specialist veterinary roles.