Associate Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Production bonus

Medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation

Continuing education allowance

Training opportunities

Potential ownership buy-in

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital in Huntsville, Alabama, is seeking a Veterinary Associate to join their growing small animal practice, equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical tools. The ideal candidate can expect a collaborative environment that values continuous learning and advanced medical practices.

The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including medical and dental insurance, and extensive training opportunities. Flexible scheduling options allow for both part-time and full-time commitments.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or seasoned practitioner willing to be mentored.
• Demonstrated appreciation for advanced medicine.
• Willingness to build lasting client relationships.
• Flexibility to work various schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care to small animals using advanced tools.
• Assist in surgeries and perform client communication.
• Support everyday clinical operations.

Skills

Advanced medicine techniques

Surgical techniques

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

Digital radiography

Surgical equipment

Job description

Job Overview

Veterinary Associate wanted for a growing Small Animal Practice in Huntsville, Alabama. The practice spans over 10,000 square feet and is equipped with digital radiography, an Olympus endoscope with cameras and remote viewer, a rhinoscope, Heska and IDEXX chemistry analyzers, complete pinning and plating surgical equipment, cryosurgery, and a Tono pen.

Responsibilities

Provide veterinary care to small animals utilizing advanced diagnostic and surgical tools. Assist in surgeries, perform client communication, and support everyday clinical operations. Participate in a collaborative team that values cutting‑edge medicine and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or seasoned practitioner willing to be mentored by experienced veterinarians.
• Demonstrated appreciation for advanced medicine and surgical techniques.
• Willingness to build lasting client relationships.
• Flexibility to work part‑time or full‑time with a schedule that typically involves a four‑day week or less when fully staffed.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary: six‑figure for new graduates; $170,000+ for seasoned professionals.
• Production bonus paid quarterly.
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield medical and dental insurance.
• Paid vacation and continuing education allowance.
• Extensive training opportunities in selected specialty areas.
• Potential buy‑in for ownership for the right candidate.