RISE DVM / VMD Mentorship Program - Colonial Park Animal Clinic

PetVet Care Centers; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $100k–$125k

New grad sign-on bonus up to $35k

Relocation assistance

CE reimbursement

Paid PTO for CE

Job summary

Colonial Park Animal Clinic in Harrisburg, PA, part of PetVet Care Centers, is seeking a new graduate DVM/VMD to join its RISE mentorship program. You will receive hands-on guidance, a gradually increasing caseload, and support from both an on-site mentor and a national mentorship team.

The position is full-time with a competitive base salary, relocation assistance, a generous sign-on bonus for new grads, CE reimbursement, and paid PTO for CE.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Full-time employment with gradual caseload independence
• Dual mentorship model: on-site hospital mentor + national mentorship team
• Hands-on learning with real-time case support and guidance
• A nationwide cohort of peers for ongoing connection and support
• Flexible start dates

Education

DVM/VMD

Job description

New Graduate DVM/VMD, RISE Mentorship Program - Colonial Park Animal Clinic

At Colonial Park Animal Clinic, you'll join a team that values collaboration, quality medicine, and is there to support you at every stage of your career. Whether it's a team that celebrates its local autonomy, advanced equipment, or positive, team-first culture, this is a place where you can build confidence, ask questions, and grow as a practicing DVM/VMD. We have been providing families and their beloved pets compassionate veterinary care since 1990. We pride ourselves on our strong commitment to high quality veterinary medicine while offering a collaborative and positive environment. We have tenured staff who enjoy working together to provide the best patient care possible.

Start Your Career with RISE

RISE pairs new grad DVM/VMDs with experienced mentors in a collaborative, hands-on environment that promotes learning, confidence, and growth.

What You Can Expect

• Full-time employment with gradual caseload independence
• Dual mentorship model: on-site hospital mentor + national mentorship team
• Hands-on learning withreal-time case support and guidance
• A nationwide cohort of peers for ongoing connection and support
• Flexible start dates

Who We're Looking For

• New DVM/VMD graduates seeking strong mentorship and support
• Veterinarians interested in General Practice, Emergency, or Mixed Animal Practice (based on location)
• Candidates passionate about high-quality medicine, teamwork, and continuous learning

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary:$100,000 - $125,000
• All offers include quarterly no negative accrual for new graduates
• Up to $35,000 new grad sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package,including paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance available
• CE reimbursement plus paid PTO for CE
• Paid VIN, AVMA, and Plumb's memberships

Life in Harrisburg, PA

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, offers a compelling mix of affordability, convenience, and quality of life. The area provides more home for the money than many larger East Coast metros, while still offering a variety of restaurants, cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly communities. Its central location also makes it convenient to places like Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., and the surrounding suburbs offer a range of housing options, from established neighborhoods to quieter, more rural settings.

Why PetVet?

Our RISE program is designed to help early-career professionals take the first step in their veterinary journey—with opportunities to build hands-on experience, deepen their knowledge, and be part of a team that truly cares. Participants also gain exposure to our growing continuing education (CE) program, supporting long-term growth and development across clinical and leadership pathways.

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive. Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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