Associate Veterinarian with path to ownership if desired!

Dirigo Veterinary Care; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Generous PTO

401(k) with match

CE stipend

Ownership potential

Job summary

Dirigo Veterinary Care in Waterville, Maine, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its modern, growing hospital, established two years ago with a focus on high-quality medicine in a collaborative, supportive environment.

The successful candidate will have opportunities for mentorship, leadership, and potential ownership, with a schedule that avoids weekends and on-call duties, backed by strong technician support and a 1:4 doctor-to-tech ratio.

Qualifications

• Must be a DVM or equivalent, or currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary program.
• Mentorship and support available for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical care for small animals.
• Collaborate with owner and team to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Support and mentor staff as part of a team-oriented hospital.

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Dirigo Veterinary Care, a privately owned small animal practice in Waterville, Maine, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its modern, growing hospital. Established just two years ago, the practice was built from the ground up with a focus on providing high-quality medicine in a collaborative, supportive environment where both clients and team members feel valued.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing practice at an early stage and work alongside an experienced owner who is committed to building a thriving, team-oriented hospital. Whether you are an experienced veterinarian seeking a positive culture or a new graduate looking for mentorship and support, this opportunity offers the chance to build a rewarding long-term career while helping shape the future of the hospital. For veterinarians interested in leadership and long-term growth, there is also the opportunity to explore future partnership or ownership if desired.

Our Clinic:

• Modern, well-equipped hospital
• No weekends or on-call
• Strong technician support with a 1:4 doctor to tech ratio
• Work-life balance focused schedule
• Clinical autonomy
• Collaborative, supportive team culture

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with future production opportunity
• 100% employer-paid health insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Annual CE stipend
• Opportunity for future partnership or ownership, if desired

Why Waterville?

• Exceptional quality of life
• Easy access to lakes, hiking, skiing, and other outdoor recreation
• Lower cost of living than many metro areas
• A welcoming community with access to everything Maine has to offer

This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who wants to join a modern, growing practice where collaboration is encouraged, mentorship is genuine, and quality medicine remains the primary focus, with the option to pursue partnership or ownership as part of their long-term career path.

Must be a DVM or equivalent, or currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary program.