Associate Veterinarian (Part-Time) – Louisa, Kentucky

Supreme Search Specialists; Louisa (KY); On-site; USD 119,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing and retention incentives up to

Part-time schedule

Production-based earnings

Continuing education stipend

401(k)

Employee veterinary care benefits

Mental health resources

Clinical autonomy

Job summary

Supreme Search Specialists in Louisa, Kentucky seeks a Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join a supportive small animal team. This role offers predictable hours, flexible scheduling, and clinical autonomy within a collaborative practice.

The position prorates a full-time equivalent salary range of $119,000–$152,000 per year for part-time work, with production-based earning potential and signing/retention incentives up to $50,000; schedule and compensation are tailored to experience.

Qualifications

• Must have DVM or VMD degree and Kentucky license.
• Ability to perform general medical and surgical care.
• Strong communication and compassionate client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical care to companion animals.
• Conduct examinations and medical work-ups.
• Provide preventive care and wellness services.
• Diagnose and manage conditions; develop treatment plans.
• Perform routine surgical and dental procedures as experience allows.
• Educate clients on preventive care and options.
• Maintain medical records and communicate with clients.

Skills

Diagnostics

Surgery

Client communication

Compassionate care

Education

DVM or VMD degree

Active Kentucky veterinary license

Job description

Part-Time Associate Veterinarian – Louisa, Kentucky

About the Role

An established small animal practice in Louisa, Kentucky is seeking a Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join its supportive clinical team.

This opportunity offers predictable hours and flexible scheduling, making it particularly attractive for veterinarians looking to maintain an active clinical career while achieving greater work-life balance.

The full-time equivalent salary range is $119,000–$152,000 per year, with compensation for the part-time position prorated according to experience and hours or shifts worked. Additional production-based earning potential is available, alongside signing and retention incentives of up to $50,000.

The role provides a consistent practice environment where veterinarians can build lasting relationships with clients and patients while benefiting from clinical autonomy and experienced veterinary support.

About the Practice

The practice provides comprehensive small animal veterinary care to clients throughout Louisa and Eastern Kentucky.

Veterinarians manage a varied general practice caseload encompassing preventative medicine, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and ongoing medical care, with access to modern treatment and therapeutic resources.

The clinical team places a strong emphasis on personalised patient care and developing long-term relationships with pet owners.

Veterinarians are supported by an experienced team that helps maintain efficient clinical workflows while allowing doctors to focus on patient care and client communication.

The practice offers a collaborative working environment with access to additional professional resources, continuing education, and career development support.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to companion animal patients

• Conduct comprehensive examinations and medical work-ups

• Provide preventative healthcare and routine wellness services

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions

• Develop individualised diagnostic and treatment plans

• Perform routine surgical and dental procedures according to experience

• Utilise diagnostic testing to support clinical decision-making

• Prescribe medications and follow appropriate controlled-substance protocols

• Educate clients regarding preventative healthcare and treatment options

• Communicate diagnoses, prognoses, and recommendations clearly and compassionately

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records

• Monitor patient progress from admission through discharge

• Collaborate effectively with veterinary technicians and support professionals

• Contribute to efficient clinical workflows and a positive team environment

• Participate in continuing education and professional development

Candidate Profile

Applicants should hold a DVM or VMD degree and hold, or be eligible to obtain, an active Kentucky veterinary licence. Candidates should also be able to obtain and maintain any additional registrations required for clinical practice.

The position is ideally suited to a veterinarian with at least one year of clinical experience who is confident managing a general small animal caseload.

Candidates should demonstrate strong diagnostic, surgical, and communication skills alongside a compassionate approach to patient and client care.

This opportunity may particularly appeal to veterinarians seeking part-time veterinary work, predictable hours, and greater scheduling flexibility without stepping away from clinical practice.

Compensation & Benefits

The position offers a flexible package designed specifically around a part-time schedule.

Benefits may include:

• Full-time equivalent salary range: $119,000–$152,000 per year

• Part-time compensation prorated based on experience and hours/shifts worked

• Production-based earning potential with no negative accrual option

• Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000

• Part-time schedule

• Predictable working hours

• Flexible scheduling

• Continuing education stipend

• Professional licensing and dues reimbursement

• 401(k) participation

• Employee veterinary care benefits

• Mental health and wellbeing resources

• Clinical autonomy

• Professional development and continuing education opportunities