Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian
$120,000-$220,000 + benefits

The Hospital
Looking for a full-time Associate Veterinarian role in a well-established, community-focused small animal practice in Raleigh, North Carolina?
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
Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina and one of the fastest-growing cities in the southeastern U.S. It blends a laid-back Southern feel with a strong focus on education, tech, and innovation. Overall, Raleigh strikes a balance: it’s not as fast-paced as places like New York or Miami, but it’s much more dynamic than a typical small Southern city.
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.