Associate Veterinarian

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment; Forest (VA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision

401k

PTO

CE Allowance

Student Loan Assistance

Relocation assistance

Paid Professional Dues

Signing Bonus

Job summary

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Veterinarian for a well-established small animal hospital on the outskirts of Lynchburg, VA. The role offers a balanced mix of preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and internal medicine within a modern facility and a supportive team environment.

Open to both new graduates and experienced clinicians, with a focus on professional development, mentorship, and work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care across preventive medicine, dentistry, surgery and internal medicine.
• Work with advanced diagnostic and dental equipment in a collaborative, mentorship-oriented hospital.
• Open to new graduates and experienced clinicians seeking professional growth in a supportive setting.

Job description

Introduction

Our client is a well-established animal hospital located on the outskirts of Lynchburg, VA, seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinarian to join their friendly and experienced team. Nestled near the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, this full-service small animal practice offers a perfect balance of high-quality veterinary care and access to outdoor adventure. With a strong reputation in the community and a focus on collaboration and excellence, this is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinarian who values both professional growth and work-life balance.

Working Hours / Rota

The hospital is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and is closed on Sundays. This position offers flexibility for either full-time or part-time schedules, and there are no after-hours or on-call requirements, ensuring excellent work-life balance. The leadership team is supportive and focused on creating a schedule that accommodates individual preferences while maintaining a smooth hospital workflow.

Role Description and Responsibilities

As a Veterinarian you'll provide comprehensive care across a wide range of cases, from preventive medicine and dentistry to surgery and internal medicine. You'll have the opportunity to work with advanced diagnostic and dental equipment in a collaborative environment that encourages professional development and mentorship. This role is open to both new graduates and experienced clinicians, making it an ideal setting for veterinarians looking to grow their skills in a supportive and progressive hospital.

Practice Details

The hospital is a modern, full-service facility equipped with a state-of-the-art dental suite, surgical suite, and an in-house laboratory. A recently constructed separate kennel facility helps minimize stress and noise for hospitalized patients, ensuring a calm and efficient working environment. The hospital offers a full range of services, including wellness and preventative care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, laser therapy, and boarding. Recognized for their dedication to the community, the hospital was recently honored with the Lynchburg Living Bronze Award for excellence in veterinary care. The practice culture emphasizes teamwork, communication, and compassionate medicine-where both pets and people are treated like family.

Team

You’ll be joining a team of three full-time DVMs, supported by a skilled and dedicated group of technicians and client care professionals. The leadership team is passionate about mentorship, professional development, and collaboration, fostering an environment where every team member feels supported, valued, and encouraged to grow.

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

The Package

Salary up to $175,000 (Annual)

• Competitive Base Salary up to $175K + Production
• Signing Bonus
• Health/dental/vision
• 401k
• PTO
• CE Allowance
• Student Loan Assistance
• Relocation assistance (If required)
• Paid Professional Dues