Associate Veterinarian

Desert View Animal Hospital; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 4% employer match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

PTO

CE allowance

Discounts

Disability insurance

Paid time off for CE training

DEA registration/licensure paid

Professional liability insurance

Job summary

Desert View Animal Hospital in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) for a private practice with a 4-day work week and no on-call responsibilities. Compensation ranges from $150,000–$200,000+ DOE, with the option of straight salary or ProSal and no negative accrual.

Privately owned and operated, the hospital emphasizes autonomy, evidence-based medicine, and a healthy work-life balance supported by experienced staff and modern diagnostic capabilities.

Job description

Associate Veterinarian (DVM) – Private Practice | $150K–$200K+ | 4-Day Work Week

Desert View Animal Hospital | Phoenix, Arizona
Full-Time Associate Veterinarian / Small Animal Veterinarian
Compensation: $150,000–$200,000+ DOE | Straight Salary or ProSal | No Negative Accrual

Are you a veterinarian looking for the freedom to practice high-quality medicine without corporate pressures, quotas, or unnecessary bureaucracy?

Desert View Animal Hospital is a privately owned, progressive small animal veterinary hospital in Phoenix, Arizona seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our experienced and collaborative team.

We combine evidence-based veterinary medicine, modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities, experienced support staff, and a strong commitment to doctor autonomy with something increasingly difficult to find in veterinary medicine: a genuinely sustainable work-life balance.

Our veterinarians enjoy an average 4-day work week, flexible scheduling, no on-call responsibilities, no emergency or after-hours shifts, and no major holiday requirements.

If you want to practice excellent medicine while still having time for your life outside the hospital, we would like to meet you.

Why Join Desert View Animal Hospital?

• $150,000–$200,000+ annual compensation, depending on experience
• Choice of competitive straight salary or ProSal compensation
• No negative accrual
• Privately owned and operated veterinary practice
• No corporate pressures
• Flexible scheduling
• Average 4-day work week
• No on-call requirements
• No emergency or after-hours shifts
• No major holiday requirements
• Experienced, well-trained and dedicated veterinary support staff
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance offered
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Annual continuing education (CE) allowance
• Paid time off for CE training
• AVMA and Arizona Veterinary Medical Association (AzVMA) membership dues paid
• DEA registration/licensure paid
• AVMA PLIT professional liability insurance with license defense coverage
• Employee discounts
• Costco membership
• Team-building events
• 4.8-star Google rating from our clients
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

Both experienced veterinarians and newer DVM graduates who share these values are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

• Full-time Associate Veterinarian
• Average 4-day work week
• Flexible scheduling
• No on-call
• No emergency or after-hours shifts
• No major holiday requirements

We believe veterinarians should be able to build rewarding careers without sacrificing their lives outside of veterinary medicine.

The Veterinarian We're Looking For

Our ideal Associate Veterinarian is interested in developing a long-term relationship with a well-established veterinary practice and becoming an important member of our hospital team.

We are looking for a veterinarian who values:

• High-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Compassionate patient and client care
• Professional integrity
• Clinical autonomy
• Collaboration with fellow veterinarians and support staff
• A positive and respectful workplace
• Long-term professional development
• A healthy work-life balance