FULL TIME ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN POSITION

Job Description

Job Description Associate Veterinarian Position Overview Seeking an experienced small animal veterinarian with a strong interest in internal medicine and advanced diagnostic imaging. This full-time role focuses on internal medicine workups, abdominal ultrasound, preventive care, and managing complex medical cases in a high-volume general practice with strong surgical support.

Practice Overview

High-volume, walk-in small animal practice

Medical-focused general practice with advanced diagnostic capabilities

Strong surgical team and collaborative work environment

High technician-to-doctor support ratio (7:1)

Modern facility with dedicated areas for cats, large dogs, ICU, surgical recovery, and isolation/quarantine

Structured systems that allow veterinarians to focus on patient care

Compensation & Benefits

Total annual compensation potential: $200,000–$300,000 , based on productivity

Long-term production incentive program

Four-day work week (approximately 33 hours)

Three weeks of paid vacation

Retirement savings plan with employer matching

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Continuing education and career development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Perform internal medicine evaluations and diagnostic workups

Conduct abdominal ultrasounds and, preferably, echocardiograms

Manage complex medical cases

Provide preventive and general medical care

Communicate effectively with clients and collaborate with the veterinary team

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care

Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree

Minimum of 5 years of small animal clinical experience

High proficiency in abdominal ultrasound; echocardiography experience preferred

Strong interest in internal medicine

Experience managing complex medical cases

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Location Fayetteville, North Carolina