Associate Veterinarian

Bon-Air-Animal-Hospital; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan repayment

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

CE allowance

Licensing reimbursement

EAP

Pet discounts

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Bon Air Animal Hospital in Richmond, Virginia is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our team of experienced clinicians. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality medicine, compassionate care, and strong client relationships in a welcoming community hospital setting.

We support mentorship for new graduates and value ongoing learning, collaboration, and professional growth. Our services span preventive care, internal medicine, surgery, dentistry, imaging, and more, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing high-quality patient care.
• Ability to build long-term client relationships.
• Values collaboration and teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to continue learning and growing professionally.
• Enjoys practicing both wellness and medical cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality preventive and medical care for patients.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and staff as part of a team.
• Perform soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries as needed.
• Conduct dentistry, radiography, ultrasonography, and in-house lab work.
• Advise clients on nutrition, care plans, and treatment options.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient histories.

Skills

Patient care

Client relationships

Collaboration

Communication

Lifelong learning

Wellness & medicine

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Compensation: $110,000 - $180,000 / year

Description

Bon Air Animal Hospital | Richmond, Virginia

At Bon Air Animal Hospital, we've spent more than 30 years building something special - a hospital where exceptional medicine, compassionate care, and genuine relationships come together every day. Located in the desirable Bon Air area of Richmond, Virginia, our full-service small animal hospital is looking for an Associate Veterinarian who wants to practice high-quality medicine alongside a collaborative, experienced team.

Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for your next long-term home or a newer graduate seeking mentorship, you'll find an environment where your voice is valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference.

Our hospital combines advanced medical capabilities with the warmth and feel of a community practice. We believe in practicing medicine thoughtfully, collaborating as a team, and treating every patient as if they were our own.

Our services include:

• Preventive and wellness care
• Internal medicine
• Soft tissue surgery
• Orthopedic surgery
• Dentistry
• Digital radiography
• Ultrasonography
• In-house laboratory
• Hospitalization
• Pain management
• Geriatric medicine
• Nutritional counseling
• Chemotherapy
• Care for dogs, cats, pet pigs, and backyard chickens
• In-house pharmacy and prescription diets

Our experienced doctors embrace a collaborative approach to patient care, allowing veterinarians to consult with one another, share ideas, and continually learn from each other. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent medicine while creating meaningful relationships with both clients and their pets.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a veterinarian who:

• Is passionate about providing high-quality patient care
• Enjoys building long-term client relationships
• Values collaboration and teamwork
• Has excellent communication skills
• Wants to continue learning and growing professionally
• Enjoys practicing both wellness and medical cases

Whether your interests lean toward surgery, internal medicine, preventative care, or developing a particular niche, we encourage and support your professional goals.

What We Offer

Compensation

• Base salary range of $110,000 - $180,000 based on experience
• Production-based earning opportunity
• No negative accrual
• Sign-on bonus available
• Relocation assistance available
• Student Loan Repayment

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance
• Annual CE allowance plus paid CE days
• Professional dues, licensing, DEA, and AVMA/VMA membership reimbursement
• Professional liability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Personal pet care discounts
• Career development and leadership opportunities within a growing veterinary network

Why Join Bon Air Animal Hospital?

At Bon Air Animal Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to practice exceptional medicine with an experienced, supportive team that truly enjoys working together. We believe great veterinary care begins with great people - and we're committed to creating an environment where veterinarians can thrive professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

If you're looking for a hospital where collaboration, compassion, and quality medicine are more than just buzzwords, we'd love to meet you.