Associate Veterinarian

United Veterinary Care; Amesbury (MA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No non-compete

Production-based pay

Flexible scheduling

Collaborative team

Mentorship and growth

Professional liability insurance

Pet care discounts

Continuing education support

Referral bonus

License fees reimbursed

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Merrimac Valley Animal Hospital – Amesbury, MA is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our team. Schedule: 2-4 days per week with full-time or part-time options.

Salary range $112,000–$144,000 per year, with production-based compensation and no negative accrual. We are a United Veterinary Care partner hospital committed to low-stress handling, mentorship, and a collaborative environment that values growth and exceptional patient care.

Job description

Description

Associate Veterinarian

Merrimac Valley Animal Hospital – Amesbury, MA

Schedule: 2-4 days/wk (full-time or part-time opportunity available)

Salary: $112,000–$144,000/yr

Who We Are

Since 1968, Merrimac Valley Animal Hospital has earned the trust of our community by combining progressive medicine with genuine compassion.

What truly sets us apart is our people. Our experienced doctors, technicians, and support staff work together as a team, creating a positive culture where knowledge is shared, growth is encouraged, and everyone contributes to delivering exceptional patient care.

We're proud to be the “Less Stress Vets” practice, utilizing low-stress handling techniques to create a better experience for pets, their families, and our team. Because great medicine and compassionate care go hand in hand.

What We Offer

• No non-compete agreements (we like freedom as much as you do)
• Robust compensation with production (no negative accrual!)
• Healthy work-life balance and flexible scheduling
• Collaborative, empowered team environment
• Mentorship and growth

Benefits Including

• Professional liability insurance (AVMA PLIT) provided
• Employee pet care discounts
• Continuing education support
• Referral bonus program
• State and DEA License fees 100% reimbursedPaid time off (full-time only)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options (full-time only)

About Amesbury, MA

Tucked just minutes from the New Hampshire border and the scenic New England coast, Amesbury is a gem of a town. You’ll find a charming downtown filled with cafés, breweries, and boutique shops — plus easy access to hiking trails, beaches, and riverside views. Whether you’re into antique hunting, kayaking, or simply grabbing a lobster roll by the water, Amesbury has all the small-town charm and outdoor living you could ask for — with Boston just a short drive away when city life calls.

If you’re looking for a role where you can practice great medicine with great people, we’d love to meet you. Come see what makes Merrimac Valley Animal Hospital such a special place, and why our team wouldn’t want to work anywhere else.

We are a proudUnited Veterinary Care partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the individuality of each partner hospital while empowering teams to do what they do best - provide exceptional patient care.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.