Veterinarian

Job Type: Veterinarian - General Practice

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Purpose-driven medicine. Genuine connection. A team that feels like home.

NOW OFFERING $40,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

At Hunter Animal Hospital, we’ve created a place where supportive teamwork, meaningful community impact, and modern medicine all come together. Our spacious, bright clinic is known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Serving one of Salt Lake City’s most culturally rich and diverse neighborhoods, we’re a practice that blends high-level medical capability with down-to-earth, relationship-centered care. As demand continues to grow, we’re adding another veterinarian who values autonomy, teamwork, and the chance to make a real difference.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a full-time Associate Veterinarian who wants to step into a well-organized, fast-growing practice with a genuinely positive team dynamic. This role includes serving as the lead doctor during your shifts — supported by a strong technical team and a Medical Director who trusts and empowers her doctors.

This role is a great fit for someone who:

• Wants to practice medicine that truly impacts an appreciative, underserved community
• Thrives in a collaborative, upbeat, family-style culture
• Enjoys autonomy and responsibility in a well-run, high-demand clinic
• Values consistency, connection, and a team that celebrates wins together

Our Clinic & Culture

• Bright, spacious hospital with intuitive flow and an inviting feel
• Full Heska in-house lab, digital radiography, and ultrasound
• ScribeNote AI-assisted charting to keep records efficient and manageable
• Advanced surgical services, including orthopedic and soft-tissue
• A cheerful, bonded team with high emotional intelligence
• Exceptional hospital manager who keeps schedules clear, communication easy, and team morale high

The Community

West Valley is Salt Lake City’s most vibrant, culturally diverse neighborhood — a place full of pride, history, and connection. Our clients deeply value accessible, high-quality veterinary care, and they appreciate the investment our doctors make in their pets.

The clinic sits minutes from major highways, making it easy to get downtown, into the mountains, or anywhere else you want to explore. It’s a fast-growing, affordable part of the valley with an energetic local spirit.

What You’ll Get

• $110,000- $120,000 starting base for new grads + monthly production
• $120,000- $175,000 starting base for experienced DVMs + monthly production
• $40,000 sign-on bonus
• 4-day workweek with predictable 3-day weekends
• Up to $5,000 CE allowance annually
• Medical, dental, vision, and free mental-health counseling
• Student loan assistance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Licensing, dues, DEA, and liability coverage
• Leadership opportunities, mentorship, and a pathway to future joint-venture ownership
• Access to NVA’s training center and professional development programs

If you’re looking for a place where purpose, community, and supportive culture align — and where you can practice great medicine with autonomy and heart — Hunter Animal Hospital might be the right fit.