Associate Veterinarian (Exotics)
$130kKersting Veterinary Hospital
Associate Exotics Veterinarian | Chesterfield, Missouri | $40K+ Sign-On Bonus | Exotic & Avian Veterinary Medicine | Partnership Opportunities
At Kersting Veterinary Hospital, we believe exceptional veterinary medicine starts with an exceptional veterinary team. For decades, our hospital has built a reputation for compassionate care, medical excellence, and a genuine commitment to the people and pets we serve. We are a thriving, fast-paced, multi-doctor veterinary practice proudly caring for small animals, avian patients, and exotic companions throughout Chesterfield, Missouri and beyond.
Our veterinary hospital is equipped to provide comprehensive, high-quality care, including advanced preventive medicine, surgery, in-house diagnostics, digital full-body and dental radiology, exotic and avian medicine, and luxury boarding services. Every Veterinarian is empowered to practice progressive medicine within a collaborative and supportive environment.
Located in beautiful Chesterfield, Missouri, our veterinary team enjoys the perfect balance of suburban comfort and big-city access. With top-rated Rockwood schools, vibrant local communities, incredible parks and trails, and convenient access to downtown St. Louis, Chesterfield offers an exceptional quality of life for any Veterinarian seeking balance, opportunity, and community.
Spend your weekends hiking and biking scenic trails, catching a Cardinals game at Busch Stadium, exploring world-class dining and entertainment, or enjoying family-friendly neighborhoods consistently ranked among the best places to live in Missouri.
This is more than a veterinary career; it is an opportunity to build long-term success, enjoy true work-life balance, and become part of a veterinary hospital that values your growth, goals, and future.
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Job DescriptionWe are seeking a passionate, experienced Associate Veterinarian with a strong interest in exotic veterinary medicine to join our growing team. Avian experience is strongly preferred.
The ideal Veterinarian is:
• A compassionate, relationship-driven, and highly collaborative team player who thrives in a positive culture
• A confident communicator committed to exceptional client service
• Proficient in general medicine and surgery
• Excited to continue growing in exotic and avian veterinary medicine
This is an incredible opportunity for a Veterinarian to join a hospital that offers the medicine, mentorship, technology, and support needed to practice exceptional veterinary medicine every day.
What We Offer Veterinarians
SIGN-ON BONUS STARTING AT $40,000
We are committed to investing in our Veterinarians through:
- Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
- Competitive compensation packages
- Medical autonomy with strong collaborative support
- Dedicated DVM Mentor Network
- Paid CE allowance and professional dues
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- 401(k) with company support
- Liability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Personal pet care discounts
Additional incentives include:
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Student loan assistance
- Future ownership opportunities
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent from an accredited university
- Active Veterinary State License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- Current DEA License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- USDA Accreditation (or ability to obtain upon hire)
Total compensation is individualized based on experience, schedule (full-time or part-time), location, and production. Compensation may include base salary, production incentives, sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and other applicable benefits and incentives. Total compensation package for the first year might range from $130,000-$180,000+.
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin
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