Associate Veterinarian

Introduction Our client is a hospital providing care for small animal patients and is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join their team in Durham, North Carolina. As an AAHA-accredited practice, the hospital is committed to delivering the highest standards of veterinary medicine and has earned a strong reputation within the community for compassionate care and clinical excellence. This opportunity is ideal for veterinarians seeking a supportive environment where professional growth, collaboration, and exceptional patient care are prioritized. Role Description and Responsibilities The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical care while building lasting relationships with clients and their pets. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating medical conditions, developing treatment plans, performing preventative and wellness care, educating clients on healthcare recommendations, and collaborating closely with a skilled support team to ensure excellent patient outcomes. Clinical exposure includes wellness and prevention, diagnostics, advanced care, behavior therapy, cardiology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, pain management, surgery, and dentistry. Surgical procedures include spay and neuter surgeries, soft tissue surgery, mass removals, orthopedic surgery, and dental surgery. This position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates. Practice Details The hospital is an AAHA-accredited small animal practice dedicated to providing high-quality veterinary care through wellness and prevention, testing and diagnostics, advanced care, and surgical services. Additional services include behavior therapy, cardiology, OFA certification evaluations, ophthalmology, orthopedics, pain management, anesthesia, spay and neuter procedures, soft tissue surgery, mass removals, orthopedic surgery, and dental surgery. The practice emphasizes evidence-based medicine and maintains patient care protocols that meet rigorous national accreditation standards. Through access to specialty consultations and educational resources, veterinarians are supported in managing complex cases while continuing to develop their clinical expertise. Hospital hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and the practice is closed on weekends. Team The hospital is staffed by 1 DVM and a great tenured support team. The culture is collaborative and growth-oriented, with a strong emphasis on mentorship, continuing education, teamwork, and delivering exceptional patient care to the Durham community. Candidate Requirements Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA) Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so About Tempus Recruitment This is a brief overview of the role, therefore we fully appreciate there are always more questions to be asked about the job, the company, and so on. We assure you that Tempus Recruitment are here to help and are more than happy to get those questions answered for you in advance of any potential interviews. We are here to make the recruitment process simple and stress free, working with our clients to ensure that you have all the information you need before formally making an application. Haven't Worked with a Recruiter Before? No Problem! All communication is 100% private and confidential Our service is completely FREE for candidates looking for a new job We have exclusive roles not being advertised publicly We tailor job searches to your specific needs, therefore you will only get sent roles that match your requirements What Happens Next Interested in this position or others that we can offer? Apply now or request a call back! One of our expert recruiters will reach out to you to gather all the relevant information regarding your search. This will then allow us to put together a tailored jobs list based on your requirements. #IHTVRB The Package Salary up to $150,000 (Annual) Competitive Annual Base Salary up to $150K Sign On Bonus Monthly Production Bonus with NO Negative Accrual Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Competitive Paid Time Off Company Paid Wellness Programs and Support Paid Continuing Education & Dedicated Days Off to Attend 401k with employer match Paid Parental leave Company Paid License Fees and Professional Dues Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance Personal Pet Discounts Hours: Full Time Employment Type: Full Time