Associate Veterinarian

Bigfork Animal Hospital; Brandermill (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

CE allowance

PTO

Dues/licensure fees covered

Mentorship for new grads

Job summary

Colony Animal Hospital in Newport News, VA seeks a dedicated veterinarian to join our AAHA-accredited practice. Provide medicine and surgery in a collaborative, supportive team and contribute to growth.

We care for small animals, exotics and pocket pets, with modern diagnostics and a strong community presence. We offer mentorship for new grads, a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision, a 401(k) with match, CE allowance, and PTO, plus signing/relocation options.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or eligible to practice in Virginia.
• Passionate about high-quality patient care and client communication.
• Interest in surgery, ultrasound, or exotics a plus.
• New graduates and experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medicine and surgery in a supportive environment
• Collaborate with support staff and colleagues on diverse cases
• Work with a wide variety of patients including exotics and pocket pets
• Contribute to practice growth and participate in leadership discussions

Education

DVM/VMD (or eligibility) in Virginia

Job description

Colony Animal Hospital has been providing compassionate, elevated veterinary care to our community for over 55 years. Located in the heart of Newport News, VA , just a short drive from beaches, mountains, and Washington D.C., our AAHA-accredited practice is ready to welcome a dedicated veterinarian to our collaborative, skilled team.

About Us

• Small animal practice with 53+ years of continuous AAHA accreditation
• Modern diagnostics: digital radiology, ultrasound, digital dental radiography, video otoscope, cold laser, full in-house lab
• Caseload includes small animals, pocket pets, and exotics
• Loyal, long-established clientele and strong community reputation

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with production bonus opportunities
• Signing bonus and/or relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, CE allowance, PTO, dues/licensure fees)
• Mentorship for new grads with weekly dedicated case review time

What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality medicine and surgery in a supportive environment
• Collaborate with skilled support staff and colleagues on diverse cases
• Work with a wide variety of patients including exotics and pocket pets
• Contribute to practice growth and participate in leadership discussions

Requirements

• DVM/VMD (or eligibility) in Virginia
• Passionate about high-quality patient care and client communication
• Interest in expanding skills in surgery, ultrasound, or exotics a plus
• New graduates and experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply

Benefits & Compensation

• Guaranteed base salary with opportunity to earn production
• Signing bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with shared premiums
• Practice-sponsored life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paid time-off for personal use and to attend continuing education
• Annual continuing education allowance
• Coverage in our AVMA PLIT policy
• Reimbursement of all licensure and DEA fees
• Reimbursement of professional membership dues (AVMA, AAHA & VVMA)