Associate Veterinarian

Community Veterinary Partners; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Veterinary Partners is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their well-established LaVale Veterinary Hospital. You'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive, high-quality care environment with a commitment to mentorship. This position offers a full-time role in a collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary services.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with sign-on bonus

Generous PTO and paid parental leave

Continuing education allowance

401K with match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Best-in-class onboarding and mentorship programs

Qualifications

• DVM degree required.
• Compassionate and dedicated work ethic essential.
• Experience in general practice preferred but mentoring available for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care and medical services.
• Collaborate with a supportive DVM team on emergency shifts.
• Participate in ongoing mentorship and training programs.

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Job description

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Associate Veterinarian – LaVale Veterinary Hospital

LaVale, Maryland

LaVale Veterinary Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join our team!

We are an established, AAHA-accredited hybrid GP/ER practice located in beautiful LaVale, Maryland. For over 35 years, we’ve proudly served our community with a strong reputation for high-quality care and a commitment to mentorship and collaboration. Our 15,000+ square foot facility is fully equipped with Idexx in-house labs, digital and dental radiography, and ultrasound. With a remote location, we routinely perform advanced procedures, including soft tissue surgery, fracture repair, CCL repair, and GDV surgeries that would typically be referred elsewhere. We are the only hospital in the area with 24-hour staffing and have a total team of 40, including six credentialed RVTs and a total of eight DVMs. Our doctors cover emergency shifts one night per week and rotate weekends, with calls triaged by our experienced overnight team. We are proud of our excellent DVM-to-staff ratio and highly collaborative culture. Our veterinarians range from 1 to 31 years of experience, and all have remained with the practice since graduation. New graduates will thrive with our strong mentorship program, and we regularly host RVT and veterinary students for clinical rotations.

Why You’ll Love Working At LaVale Veterinary Hospital

• Established, AAHA-accredited hybrid GP/ER hospital with a 35+ year legacy and the only 24-hour staffed facility in the area.
• Supportive and collaborative 8-DVM team, offering strong mentorship for new grads and exposure to advanced procedures.
• Excellent DVM-to-staff ratio, with six credentialed RVTs and a dedicated team of 40.
• Opportunity to build ER skills, with one emergency shift per week on a rotating schedule, fully supported by overnight staff.
• Located in scenic LaVale, MD, just two hours from D.C. and Pittsburgh, with access to outdoor activities and a very low cost of living.
  
  

Why is LaVale, MD a great place to live and work?

LaVale, Maryland is a beautiful, welcoming community nestled in the mountains of Western Maryland, just two hours from Washington, D.C. and Pittsburgh. Surrounded by scenic landscapes and multiple state parks, the area offers year-round access to outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and skiing. Residents enjoy the perfect blend of natural beauty, a peaceful small-town atmosphere, and the convenience of nearby amenities in Cumberland—all with a very low cost of living and a strong sense of community. LaVale Veterinary Hospital is proud to be part of this vibrant area, and we remain fully focused on providing exceptional medical care by not offering boarding or grooming services.

Why Joining Our Community Is The Way To Go

At CVP, we’re a community of locally unique veterinary hospitals, and our mission is to support veterinarians in practicing medicine their way—without oversight. Every hospital is unique and we embrace that. We believe in giving you the flexibility, resources, and career pathways to build the veterinary career that’s right for you. With a 90% veterinarian retention rate, our culture speaks for itself. We invest in our people so they can thrive—both professionally and personally.

What are the benefits of the CVP Community?

• A growing network of 590+ doctors across 140+ hospitals in 18 states.
• Competitive Base Salary, Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available.
• No Negative Accrual with Monthly Bonus Payouts.
• Generous PTO Package, Paid Parental Leave and Paid Holidays.
• Continuing Education Allowance + Designated Paid Time Off for CE events.
• Paid State + DEA Licensing and fees + AVMA PLIT + VIN and more!
• Best-in-class onboarding, mentorship, and leadership development programs.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and 24/7 access to mental health support.
• 401K with match and option to participate in Company Equity Program
• Hospital incentive program recognizing team members at all levels.
  
  

Have more questions?

It’s hard to cram everything in a job listing and you might have more questions. Whether it’s this practice or one of the other 140+ clinics in our community, I’d love to hear about what’s most important to you in your next role and see if we have a great fit!

CVP does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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