Associate Veterinarian

Animalgeneralct; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Sign-on bonus up to $75,000

Robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

Career advancement

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in the United States is seeking a compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join their team. In this role, you will provide top-tier veterinary care for dogs and cats, collaborate with skilled colleagues, and build relationships with clients. Qualifications include a veterinary degree and a current State Veterinary License. The position offers competitive compensation, a sign-on bonus, and opportunities for career advancement, including a potential Medical Director role.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Client communication skills to establish rapport with pet owners.
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Client communication skills with pet owners.
• Display confidence with stressed or painful pets.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary medicine and surgery to dogs and cats.
• Participate in diagnostics using in-house lab and imaging.
• Educate clients and build long-term relationships.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver seamless patient care.
• For Medical Director track: lead clinical protocols and mentor colleagues.
• Perform comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Prescribe medications and follow controlled substance protocols.
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency.
• Assist Hospital Manager with weekly priorities and expectations.
• Monitor protocols for daily hospital operations and rounds.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and clinical skills

Excellent surgical and dental skills

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Communication

Education

DVM or VMD from an accredited college or university

Current State Veterinary License

Tools

In-house lab equipment

Imaging equipment

Job description

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our clinical team, with the potential to step into a Medical Director role for the right candidate. You’ll deliver top-tier veterinary care in a diverse practice setting, collaborate with experienced colleagues, and contribute to our culture of integrity, service, and compassion. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary medicine and surgery to dogs and cats (routine exams, preventive care, dental, internal medicine, soft-tissue surgery).
• Participate in diagnostics using in-house lab and imaging.
• Educate clients and build long-term relationships.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver seamless patient care.
• For the Medical Director track: leadership in clinical protocols, mentoring colleagues, driving hospital initiatives and growth.
• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups.
• Client communication and education.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and surgery.
• Maintaining accurate medical records.
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications and following controlled substance protocols.
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency.
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations.
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge.
• Monitor cases and attend daily rounds when possible.
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university.
• Current State Veterinary License.
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained.
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Client communication skills, including the ability to elicit information, establish rapport, and offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges related to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients.
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
• Business Acumen: Understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
• Commitment to Continuing Education: Utilise available resources for continuing education and facilitate learning of others.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and full-time schedule with support.
• Sign-on bonus up to $75,000, dependent on experience.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid parental leave, team member pet discounts, emotional wellbeing support, CE stipends, and grant circle.
• Opportunity for career advancement, including leadership role as Medical Director.
• Work in a supportive, well-equipped hospital with a collaborative culture and established reputation for excellence.

EEO Statement

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