Veterinarian

Riverbark Veterinary Hospital of Spring Lake has a proud heritage stretching back to 1975, built on the commitment to treating every pet like our own. The community recognizes this dedication, reflected in our excellent 4.6-star Google rating. Crucially, we are an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited facility, meaning we regularly undergo rigorous evaluations to ensure our standards in surgery, patient care, and emergency services meet the highest global benchmarks. When you join our passionate, multi-doctor practice, you are stepping into a supportive environment where you can truly do your best work every day. Your current teammates include three dedicated DVMs, ensuring a balanced workload and abundant opportunities for professional collaboration within a well-established hospital structure. We value strong, trusting relationships not only with our clients but also within our team. Our consistent operating hours—Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and Saturdays until noon—provide predictable scheduling, helping you succeed while maintaining work-life balance. We believe in providing the necessary resources for every individual teammate to grow within the veterinary field. Quality of medicine is non-negotiable here. Our AAHA accreditation is proof of our commitment to clinical excellence across nearly every aspect of patient care, including diagnostic imaging, anesthesiology, and advanced surgical procedures. You will be utilizing state-of-the-art facilities designed to support comprehensive care, including Pet Wellness, Testing and Diagnostics, and critical Emergency Care. Our clinical focus ensures you have the tools and support required to deliver the highest standards in advanced medicine and surgical procedures. Located in Spring Lake, North Carolina, Riverbark Veterinary Hospital serves as a trusted full-service healthcare partner to a loyal, historic community. Situated conveniently in the heart of Spring Lake, this is a chance to integrate into a welcoming setting where you can build lasting client relationships and practice high-quality veterinary medicine in a pleasant North Carolina environment.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual . Our loyal client base, strong case load, and consistent demand for services create exceptional earning potential for doctors who want to be rewarded for the medicine they practice. A substantial sign-on  bonus is also available.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow through leadership tracks and structured mentorship in a hospital that offers strong long-term potential for future medical leadership.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #AVMA

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