Associate Veterinarian

NCVMA; Salisbury (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital in Salisbury, Maryland is seeking an associate Veterinarian to diagnose, treat, and manage a variety of small animal cases. You will perform wellness exams and surgeries while maintaining excellent client communication and patient care.

Join a privately owned practice recognized for a fear-free approach and a collaborative team. New graduates welcome; Maryland licensure or eligibility is required, with ongoing opportunities for growth and education.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited school.
• Licensed or eligible for Maryland veterinary license.
• Familiar with fear-free practice and ongoing education.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain client relationships across cases.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage a variety of small animal cases.
• Perform general wellness exams and surgeries.
• Guide and utilize support staff; maintain teamwork and a positive environment.

Skills

Client Relationships

Small Animal Care

Wellness Exams

Surgical Procedures

Client Communication

Team Leadership

Education

Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Are you looking for a practice that values and encourages growth? Do you want to be part of a practice that continuously provides the gold standard of care?
Do you want a great culture and a reliable team? If you align with any of these questions, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are in Salisbury, Maryland, the heart of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, positioned between the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay. This is an ideal place to live and work if you like boating, fishing, birding or just relaxing at the beach. Salisbury is located near the local resort towns of Ocean City, Lewes and Rehoboth Beach. Also close by is Assateague Island which is well-known for its beauty and the wild ponies that roam freely. Salisbury is a busy college town and has several private school options, with many quality restaurants, outdoor activities, museums, historical sites, art and music festivals including the annual Maryland Folk Festival. We are also home to the Delmarva Shorebirds baseball team.

We have been serving the community for 20 years. We are a privately owned practice focusing on treating patients as a whole and use a combination of Eastern and Western medicine styles. We are equipped with digital X-rays, digital dental X-rays, Ultrasound, Digitherm scanning, MLS laser therapy, acupuncture, ozone therapy, and more! We treat our patients with a fear-free approach to prevent and alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress in pets.

We’re seeking an associate to:

• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage a variety of small animal cases
• Perform general wellness exams and surgeries
• Maintain a high level of client communication and patient care
• Guide and utilize exceptional support staff
• Maintain a positive work environment and promote teamwork

No On-Call and No Weekends

Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited school required
Licensed or able to become licensed in the state of Maryland
New Graduates are Welcome to Apply!
Familiar with fear-free practice (do not need to be certified)
Demonstrated commitment to continuous education and growth
Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt quickly and be flexible
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Must be open-minded and willing to learn new skills