Job ID: VA24843

Richmond, Virginia, US

Discipline

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary (Annual)

Competitive Salary

Hours

Full Time

Equipment Digital X-Ray Digital Dental X-Ray Ultrasound Cold Laser

Recruiter

Evie Godwin

+1 (434) 322-9900

Associate Veterinarian

The Package

Competitive Salary
  • Competitive Base Salary + Production
  • Signing Bonus
  • Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
  • 401k with company match
  • PTO
  • CE Allowance
  • Paid Parental, Vacation, and Sick Leave
  • 100% paid life insurance
  • 100% paid professional liability coverage
  • 100% paid short-term disability insurance 
  • Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
  • Relocation assistance (If required)

Job Description

Introduction
Our client is a hospital providing care for small animal patients and is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their team. This opportunity is available on either a full-time or part-time basis and offers the chance to practice high-quality medicine within an AAHA-accredited environment. The hospital is committed to delivering exceptional patient care through advanced technology, compassionate service, and a collaborative approach to veterinary medicine. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional development, this position is ideal for both experienced veterinarians and new graduates seeking mentorship and growth.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical care while building lasting relationships with clients and their pets. Responsibilities include performing wellness examinations, diagnosing and treating medical conditions, developing treatment plans, conducting surgical and dental procedures, educating clients, and collaborating closely with a skilled support team. Clinical exposure includes preventative medicine, internal medicine, dermatology, dentistry, anesthesia, pain management, geriatric medicine, hospitalization, soft tissue surgery, laser surgery, and routine surgical procedures. The role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse caseload while contributing to a culture focused on exceptional patient care and continuous professional development. This position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates.

Practice Details
The hospital is an AAHA-accredited full-service practice equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, laser surgery instruments, an in-house laboratory, an in-house pharmacy, and a dedicated surgical suite. Facilities include hospitalization areas and an isolation ward to support a wide range of patient care needs. Services offered include advanced care, dermatology, laser surgery, preventative care, dental care, euthanasia services, general surgery, geriatric medicine, internal medicine, pain management, periodontics, radiology, routine surgeries, and spay and neuter procedures. The practice is dedicated to providing top-tier veterinary care while fostering a supportive and enjoyable workplace built on collaboration and clinical excellence. Hospital hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and the practice is closed on weekends.

Team
The hospital is staffed by 3 DVMs and a great tenured support team. The environment is collaborative and supportive, bringing together dedicated veterinary professionals who value teamwork, mentorship, continuous learning, and exceptional patient care. New graduates are welcomed and supported through dedicated mentorship programs designed to encourage confidence and long-term professional success.

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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