Associate Veterinarian

Tally Oaks Veterinary Wellness Center; Purcellville (VA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 207,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid vacation

Retirement plan options

Pet care discounts

Continuing education opportunities

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Tally Oaks Veterinary Wellness Center in Purcellville, VA seeks an Associate Veterinarian for our small animal practice. We emphasize preventive care, individualized treatment, and a calm, low-stress client experience.

This part-time role includes daytime hours, approximately 2–3 days per week, with no regular evenings or weekends. We offer compensation of $100–$150 per hour based on experience, with opportunities to perform surgeries and dentistry as qualified.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree required.
• Minimum of two years veterinary experience preferred.
• Small animal clinical experience.
• Strong communication and client education skills.
• Compassionate approach to patient care.
• Strong clinical judgment, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.
• Genuine passion for improving the health and quality of life of animals.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats in a scheduled appointment setting.
• Develop individualized treatment and preventive care plans based on each patient's needs.
• Educate pet owners regarding diagnoses, treatment options, wellness, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Provide compassionate, low-stress patient care throughout examinations and treatment.
• Perform or assist with surgery and dentistry procedures when qualified and interested.
• Incorporate complementary therapies and wellness approaches when appropriate.
• Provide in-home euthanasia services when needed.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team while maintaining strong professional judgment and standards.

Skills

Communication

Client education

Compassionate care

Professional ethics

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Two years veterinary experience preferred

Small animal clinical experience

Job description

Tally Oaks Veterinary Wellness Center is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our small animal practice in the Purcellville, Virginia area. We are a patient-focused practice that emphasizes quality over volume, allowing our veterinary team to spend meaningful time with patients and their owners.

Our approach combines traditional veterinary medicine with complementary wellness options when appropriate. We focus on preventive care, individualized treatment plans, patient comfort, and creating a calm, low-stress experience for both pets and their owners.

COMPENSATION

$100 - $150 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

SCHEDULE

• Part-time, approximately 2-3 days per week
• Daytime schedule
• Approximately 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• No regular evening or weekend hours

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats in a scheduled appointment setting.
• Develop individualized treatment and preventive care plans based on each patient's needs.
• Educate pet owners regarding diagnoses, treatment options, wellness, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Provide compassionate, low-stress patient care throughout examinations and treatment.
• Perform or assist with surgery and dentistry procedures when qualified and interested.
• Incorporate complementary therapies and wellness approaches when appropriate.
• Provide in-home euthanasia services when needed.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team while maintaining strong professional judgment and standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree required.
• Minimum of two years of veterinary experience preferred.
• Small animal clinical experience.
• Strong communication and client education skills.
• Compassionate approach to patient care.
• Strong clinical judgment, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.
• Genuine passion for improving the health and quality of life of animals.

ABOUT TALLY OAKS VETERINARY WELLNESS CENTER

Tally Oaks Veterinary Wellness Center provides individualized veterinary care in a relaxed setting near Purcellville, Virginia. Our appointment structure allows adequate time between patients, helping minimize stress and giving our team the opportunity to focus on each patient and client.

We believe veterinary care should be centered on the individual needs of the animal rather than a high-volume approach. Our practice places particular emphasis on:

• Preventive and wellness-focused care
• Individualized treatment plans
• Compassionate, low-stress patient experiences
• Client education and long-term relationships
• A combination of traditional and complementary veterinary approaches
• Quality patient care rather than quantity
• A collaborative and supportive work environment

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Additional experience or interest in areas such as holistic veterinary medicine, surgery, dentistry, or ultrasonography is highly valued. Qualified veterinarians will have opportunities to expand their skills in areas that align with their interests and experience.

This position is currently part-time, with the potential to transition into a full-time opportunity. Partnership opportunities may also be available.

BENEFITS

Benefits for eligible full-time employees may include:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid vacation
• Retirement plan options
• Pet care discounts
• Continuing education opportunities
• Professional development assistance