Associate Veterinarian

Introduction Our client is a well-established animal hospital located on the outskirts of Lynchburg, VA, seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinarian to join their friendly and experienced team. Nestled near the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, this full-service small animal practice offers a perfect balance of high-quality veterinary care and access to outdoor adventure. With a strong reputation in the community and a focus on collaboration and excellence, this is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinarian who values both professional growth and work-life balance. Working Hours / Rota The hospital is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and is closed on Sundays. This position offers flexibility for either full-time or part-time schedules, and there are no after-hours or on-call requirements, ensuring excellent work-life balance. The leadership team is supportive and focused on creating a schedule that accommodates individual preferences while maintaining a smooth hospital workflow. Role Description and Responsibilities As a Veterinarian you'll provide comprehensive care across a wide range of cases, from preventive medicine and dentistry to surgery and internal medicine. You'll have the opportunity to work with advanced diagnostic and dental equipment in a collaborative environment that encourages professional development and mentorship. This role is open to both new graduates and experienced clinicians, making it an ideal setting for veterinarians looking to grow their skills in a supportive and progressive hospital. Practice Details The hospital is a modern, full-service facility equipped with a state-of-the-art dental suite, surgical suite, and an in-house laboratory. A recently constructed separate kennel facility helps minimize stress and noise for hospitalized patients, ensuring a calm and efficient working environment. The hospital offers a full range of services, including wellness and preventative care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, laser therapy, and boarding. Recognized for their dedication to the community, the hospital was recently honored with the Lynchburg Living Bronze Award for excellence in veterinary care. The practice culture emphasizes teamwork, communication, and compassionate medicine-where both pets and people are treated like family. Team You'll be joining a team of three full-time DVMs, supported by a skilled and dedicated group of technicians and client care professionals. The leadership team is passionate about mentorship, professional development, and collaboration, fostering an environment where every team member feels supported, valued, and encouraged to grow. 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. #IHTVRP The Package Salary up to $175,000 (Annual) Competitive Base Salary up to $175K + Production Signing Bonus Health/dental/vision 401k PTO CE Allowance Student Loan Assistance Relocation assistance (If required) Paid Professional Dues Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $175,000 Annual