Associate Veterinarian

Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Collaborative work environment

VIN membership included

Supportive staff

Job summary

Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital in Billings, MT, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing, family-like team. You will care for dogs, cats, exotics, and birds, practicing high-quality medicine in a modern, 16,000 sq ft facility with two surgery suites and a dentistry suite.

We offer a flexible schedule, a supportive work environment, direct specialist consultation, and VIN membership included in benefits. Our friendly staff focuses on patient care and team wellbeing.

Qualifications

• A licensed veterinarian in good standing with the State of Montana (or license-eligible).
• Committed to practicing high-quality, evidence-based medicine and surgery.
• Lifelong learner with curiosity and openness to continued growth.
• Patient, compassionate, and positive in interactions with clients and team members.
• Enjoys a collaborative environment where colleagues learn from one another.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care for dogs, cats, exotics, and birds in a caring, professional manner.
• Balance high-quality medicine with a supportive, family-like work culture.
• Collaborate with a skilled team and utilize modern facilities and equipment.

Skills

Evidence-based medicine

Surgical skills

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Our family is growing, and Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital is seeking an additional Associate Veterinarian to join our team. We are confident that after learning more about our practice, you will see what a rewarding and supportive opportunity this role can be for your career.

• Join a highly experienced, ultra-collaborative clinical team led by:
  • Dr. Amber Herron, DVM (Kansas State University, 2006)
  • Dr. Erika Cantamessa, DVM (Washington State University, 2006)
• Independently owned and operated by Dr. Amber Herron, DVM, a highly respected member of the local veterinary community.
• Cloud-based practice management software (Shepherd), allowing:
  • Flexible record completion anytime, anywhere
  • AI-assisted exam documentation to reduce time spent on medical records
• New, state-of-the-art 16,000 sq. ft. hospital with a complete interior redesign completed in 2023, featuring:
  • Ample treatment space
  • Two dedicated surgery suites
  • A dedicated dentistry suite
  • Modern, well-maintained equipment
• In-house childcare for staff children (two-legged), projected opening in 2026.
• A positive, upbeat, drama-free, family-like culture — we genuinely enjoy coming to work and supporting one another.

We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian to care for our amazing clients and become part of our work family. This role is designed to be supportive, allowing you to practice high-quality medicine while maintaining balance as a whole, healthy person.

In addition to competitive compensation and standard benefits, we offer a flexible schedule, a collaborative work environment, and a strong, effective support staff that allows you to focus on patient care.

For more than forty years, Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital has served the needs of pet owners and their dogs, cats, exotics, and birds in Billings, Montana. In Spring 2024, we moved into our newly remodeled, state-of-the-art 16,000 sq. ft. facility.

Our hospital features ample treatment space, two dedicated surgery suites, a dedicated dentistry suite, and an impressive range of modern equipment. We continually invest in our clinical capabilities and are always open to expanding services when team members bring unique skills or interests.

From a workflow perspective, we operate on twenty-minute appointment blocks with a two-hour mid-day break to allow for lunch, catch-up time, and a more sustainable pace throughout the day.

We are committed to supporting veterinarians at every stage of their careers. In addition to in-house collaboration, we offer direct specialist consultation, and Veterinary Information Network (VIN) membership is included in the benefits package. Our exceptional technical staff has the knowledge, experience, and attitude to ensure patient care runs smoothly and efficiently.

• A licensed veterinarian in good standing with the State of Montana (or license-eligible)
• Committed to practicing high-quality, evidence-based medicine and surgery
• A lifelong learner with curiosity and openness to continued growth
• Patient, compassionate, and positive in interactions with clients and team members
• Enjoys a collaborative environment where colleagues learn from one another

Clinical experience level is flexible — we welcome both seasoned veterinarians and new graduates.

Our full-time team includes three veterinarians, one practice manager, seven technician/assistants, and three receptionists. Team members consistently praise the hardworking, supportive, and family-like atmosphere in the hospital. The high percentage of full-time staff ensures continuity, collaboration, and a level of support that few practices can offer.