Chadwell Animal Hospital - Associate Veterinarian

VetEvolve; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

VetEvolve partners with Chadwell Animal Hospital to recruit an Associate Veterinarian for Abingdon, MD. The role focuses on providing compassionate veterinary care and building strong client relationships across dogs, cats, exotics, and wildlife.

The hospital offers in-house diagnostics and advanced surgical capabilities within a collaborative team. Qualified candidates will have a DVM/VMD and an active license, strong surgical and diagnostic skills, and a dedication to high-quality patient

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent with active or eligible state license.
• Strong medical, surgical, and diagnostic skills across companion animal practice.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
• Commitment to ethics, safety, and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care and exceptional client service.
• Follow state and federal guidelines for medical records and controlled substances.
• Perform diagnostics, histories, exams, and develop treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications, vaccines, and perform surgeries and dental work.

Skills

DVM/VMD

Surgical skills

Diagnostic skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Who is VetEvolve?

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Chadwell Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Associate Veterinarian to join our busy, progressive, and well-established practice in Abingdon, Maryland. Since 2003, our team has proudly served the Harford County community with a commitment to exceptional medicine, meaningful client relationships, and a supportive team culture.

At Chadwell Animal Hospital, you’ll experience a diverse and engaging caseload that includes dogs, cats, exotics, and even wildlife , offering a unique opportunity to expand your clinical skills and pursue special interests. Our hospital is equipped with in-house diagnostics, advanced surgical capabilities, dental services, and specialized exotic medicine , allowing our doctors to practice high-quality, comprehensive medicine every day.

We are proud of our collaborative, learning-focused environment where veterinarians are encouraged to grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. With a highly experienced team, strong technician support, and a culture grounded in respect and teamwork, Chadwell Animal Hospital offers an ideal setting for both experienced veterinarians and new graduates looking to further develop their skills.

What You’ll Love About Chadwell Animal Hospital

• Diverse caseload including small animal, exotics, and wildlife
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Two surgery suites with the opportunity to learn from a large, collaborative team of veterinarians across all experience levels
• Strong technician and support staff
• Advanced diagnostics and surgical capabilities
• Opportunities to pursue special interests
• Established, trusted practice serving the community for 20+ years

Position Summary:

The primary purpose and function of theAssociate Veterinarianis toprovidethe highest quality of veterinary careandexceptional client service. TheAssociate Veterinarianadvocates for pets and their quality of life; builds along termbonding relationship with clients; contributes to the development and maintenance of the human-pet bond; and educates clients on all aspects of pet health.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent high-quality care and exceptional service to pets and clients while maximizing efficiency,productivityand profitability.
• Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws.Ensure appropriate medical record documentation and maintain complete medical records that meet practice quality control guidelines.
• Perform complete diagnostic workups, establish accurate histories and physical exams, develop thorough treatment plans, and deliver appropriate urgent, preventive, and ongoing care.
• Prescribe and administer drugs, vaccines, and other therapies as appropriate; perform surgery, dental procedures, and other treatments using standard protocols, instruments, and equipment.
• Effectively communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and home care instructions to clients and the veterinary medical team; address and resolve client concerns.
• Promote the safety of pets, clients, and team members by ensuring safe restraint techniques, adherence to practice guidelines, and maintaining clean, organized, and sterile treatment, exam, and laboratory areas.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and gain their trust and compliance.
• Attend department and team meetings, both in person and virtually, to stay informed, collaborate effectively, and support broader practice alignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent, with an active or eligible state license.
• Strong medical, surgical, and diagnostic skills across companion animal practice.
• Collaborates effectively in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
• Commitment to maintaining professional ethics, safety, and high-quality patient care.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Why VetEvolve:

• Everything we do is about people, which is why our efforts focus on providing opportunity, stability, and development for our team members.
• Hear why our Veterinarians are “Happy Here” on our videos page
• We never loss sight of why our job is important — it empowers you and the team to deliver consistently high-quality care for pets and their owners.
• From ‘Lose the Stress’ weekly yoga to our partnerships with Not One More Vet and Headspace, we invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing. Our CEO, Chief People Officer and several additional team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.
• “They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can’t imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.” - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here.”
• Industry leading veterinarian and support staff retention rates

Compensation and Benefits:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible toparticipatein our401(k) retirementplan. Other benefits include paid time off, paidholidaysand access to employeeassistanceprogram.

Hours:

• Must be able toworka flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.