Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Introduction
Our client is a hospital seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join its companion animal practice. The practice welcomes both experienced veterinarians and new graduates, offering a supportive environment focused on collaboration, mentorship, and providing high-quality, personalized care. The hospital has a loyal, long-standing client base and is committed to building lasting relationships within the local community.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical care for companion animals, including wellness examinations, preventative care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and end-of-life care. Responsibilities include examining and diagnosing patients, collecting and interpreting diagnostic samples, performing surgical procedures, prescribing medications, advising clients on preventative healthcare and treatment options, maintaining accurate medical records, and ensuring compliance with veterinary ethics and professional standards. The role is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates, with structured mentorship and hands-on support available for those beginning their careers.

Practice Details
The hospital is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for telephone availability only, and offers varying Saturday hours. The practice is closed on Sundays. The hospital is equipped with modern diagnostic and surgical equipment, including digital radiography, diagnostic ultrasound, in-house diagnostic tools, and advanced surgical equipment to support high-quality patient care. Services include general wellness and preventative medicine, vaccinations, parasite prevention, diagnostic services, surgery, soft tissue surgery, spays and neuters, dentistry, senior pet care, pain management, end-of-life care, technician appointments, digital radiography, diagnostic ultrasound, pregnancy monitoring, and advanced imaging in collaboration with veterinary imaging specialists. The practice is committed to delivering personalized veterinary care in a collaborative, low-drama environment that values work-life balance, professional development, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with clients and their pets.

Team
The hospital is supported by an experienced and friendly team that emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, kindness, and exceptional patient care. The culture encourages professional growth while fostering a welcoming environment where veterinarians are supported throughout their careers.

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

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