Associate Veterinarian

Introduction Our client is a hospital seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their veterinary team providing care for dogs and cats, with the occasional chicken or duck. The hospital is a full-service small animal practice serving the Columbia, South Carolina community and focuses on delivering compassionate, high-quality veterinary care in a supportive team environment. This opportunity is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates, with structured mentorship available for those early in their careers. Working Hours / Rota The role offers full-time or part-time flexibility. Hospital hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the hospital closed on Saturdays and Sundays. The schedule includes a 4-day work week, a 2-hour lunch block, and the last appointment scheduled at 4:20 PM. Role Description and Responsibilities The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive veterinary care including medical, surgical, and dental services. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating illnesses, performing procedures such as spays, neuters, and general surgery, conducting wellness exams, and communicating clearly with clients regarding treatment and preventative care. The role also involves collaborating with the veterinary and support team to maintain high standards of patient care while supporting lifelong wellness through preventative medicine and diagnostics. This position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates. Practice Details The hospital is a full-service veterinary facility providing a wide range of services designed to support companion animals throughout their lives. Equipment includes a brand new ultrasound and in-house laboratory equipment, as well as digital radiology. Services offered include comprehensive blood work, cryotherapy, dental care and dental surgery, hospitalization, illness care, wellness and preventive medicine, microchip identification, nutritional counseling, parasite prevention, pharmacy services, spaying and neutering, surgery, vaccinations, veterinary specialty referrals, weekday drop-off services, boarding, artificial insemination, international health certificates, and extracapsular repair of cranial cruciate injuries. Team The hospital has 2 DVMs and a great tenured support team, creating a collaborative environment with strong clinical support and mentorship. 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 $130,000 (Annual) Competitive Base Salary up to $130k Sign On Bonus Relocation Assistance Student Loan Assistance Future Ownership Opportunities Flexible Scheduling Medical Autonomy Comprehensive Benefits (paid vacation/sick time/holidays, health, dental, vision, liability, 401K, life & supplemental insurance, employee assistance program & personal pet care discounts) Paid CE Allowance Professional Dues Hours: Full Time Employment Type: Full Time