Associate Veterinarian

Overview Haywood Animal Hospital, located in Hendersonville, North Carolina, is seeking a compassionate and motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our family-oriented team. We are a well-established, full-service small animal hospital dedicated to practicing high-quality medicine and surgery while providing exceptional care to both our patients and their people. Our experienced and supportive staff creates a collaborative environment where doctors are able to focus on medicine and enjoy coming to work each day. We pride ourselves on being a family-friendly practice that truly understands the challenges of balancing a career with life outside of work. Our schedule is designed to support a healthy work-life balance—we close at 5:00 PM during the week, have no weekend hours, and no after-hours emergencies, thanks to three nearby emergency clinics that provide overnight care. Located in the mountains of Western North Carolina, our hospital is just minutes from Asheville and surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. Hendersonville offers a welcoming small-town community with easy access to hiking, waterfalls, outdoor adventures, local restaurants, and vibrant arts and culture. Haywood Animal Hospital is a growing practice with a loyal and diverse clientele who are deeply committed to their pets’ health and willing to pursue referral care when needed. While our primary focus is dogs and cats, we occasionally see exotic pets as well, so there is an opportunity for a doctor with an interest in exotics to develop that aspect of the practice if desired. However, experience with exotics is absolutely not required. What we offer Our hospital is well-equipped to support excellent patient care, including: IDEXX in-house laboratory (CBC, chemistry, and urinalysis analyzers) Computed radiography with rapid, high-quality imaging Digital dental radiography Brand-new high-speed dental equipment Ultrasound Heska IV pumps Fully computerized, cloud-based practice management system Compensation and benefits We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: Competitive salary Health insurance Flexible scheduling Retirement plan with 4% employer match Continuing education stipend VIN membership Professional liability insurance Paid state licensing and professional dues Full-time doctors enjoy a 4-day work week with a daily lunch break, allowing for a sustainable and enjoyable schedule. New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply, and we are happy to provide mentorship in a supportive learning environment. How to apply If you are looking to practice excellent medicine with a wonderful team in one of the most beautiful areas of the country, we would love to speak with you. To apply, please send your resume to our hospital manager, Erik Shoemake, at View email address on click.appcast.io. Learn more about us at: or visit our Facebook page to get a glimpse of our hospital culture and community. Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school Active North Carolina veterinary license (or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date) Commitment to practicing high-quality, compassionate veterinary medicine Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and team members Ability to work collaboratively in a supportive team environment Interest in continuing education and professional growth #J-18808-Ljbffr