Veterinarian

NCVMA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $30,000

Relocation assistance

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401k with 3.5% employer match

Generous PTO

CE Allowance

Parental & Medical Leave

Pet Care Discounts

EAP

AVMA-PLIT fees covered

VIN Membership

Job summary

Independence Veterinary Clinic in Charlotte, NC is hiring an Experienced Associate Veterinarian with a focus on general practice and surgery. The role offers a base salary of $120,000–$140,000, four 10-hour days, and no weekend shifts.

Relocation assistance is available and a signing bonus of up to $30,000 with potential partnership options. You will join a collaborative team that performs surgery for dogs and cats, supported by in-house imaging, ultrasound, and on-site lab work.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid NC veterinary license.
• 2+ years of small animal clinical experience.
• Strong soft tissue surgical skills and a love of surgery.
• Collaborative spirit and commitment to patient care and client education.

Skills

Soft tissue surgery

Small animal clinical experience

Collaborative team player

Client education

Education

DVM or VMD

Job description

Experienced Associate Veterinarian – General Practice with Surgery Focus – Charlotte, North Carolina

Independence Veterinary Clinic | 2328 Crownpoint Executive Dr, Suite B, Charlotte, NC

Independence Veterinary Clinic is hiring an Experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, well-established team in Charlotte, NC. If you're an experienced veterinarian who loves surgery and wants a well-equipped, supportive team behind you, you'll find a practice that values your skills, your time, and your long-term growth.

What to Expect:

• Salary: base salary of $120,000–$140,000. Relocation assistance available
• Bonus: Up to $30,000 signing bonus, or partnership options
• Schedule: Full-time, 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts (clinic open Monday–Friday, closed weekends)

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• You're joining a team, not just a practice: Work alongside a team of doctors who enjoy collaborating, sharing cases, and supporting one another.
• Do the Surgery You Love: Surgery is a core part of our service for both dogs and cats, supported by in-house digital radiography, ultrasound, and laboratory so you can diagnose and treat under one roof.
• Skilled Technicians and Support Staff: Work with a full support team, so you can focus on practicing medicine.
• Full-Service Medicine: Wellness care, dentistry, urgent care, and laser therapy, plus on-site rehabilitation and hydrotherapy through HealingPups.
• A Schedule That Respects Your Time: Four 10-hour days, Monday through Friday hours, and no weekends.
• A Recognized Workplace: Independence was named to Newsweek's 2026 America's Greatest Workplaces in Health Care and America's Greatest Workplaces for Women lists.
• A Growing Charlotte Practice: Serving Charlotte, Matthews, Indian Trail, Mint Hill, Monroe, Weddington, and Waxhaw, with room to build your caseload and your career.

Benefits & Perks:

• Signing bonus of up to $30,000
• Relocation assistance available
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with 3.5% employer match
• Generous PTO so you can recharge
• CE Allowance to support your professional development
• Enhanced Parental & Medical Leave (Short-Term Disability)
• Pet Care Discounts for your own animals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Dues, License Fees & AVMA-PLIT covered in full
• VIN Membership and AI note-taking software covered
• Partnership / Ownership Pathway through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP) for those interested in long-term growth

About Us:

Independence Veterinary Clinic is a full-service dog and cat hospital in Charlotte, North Carolina, built on treating clients like family and their pets like our own. Our doctors provide wellness care, surgery, dentistry, urgent care, ultrasound, digital radiography, and laser therapy, with an in-house laboratory and pharmacy. Our family of services also includes HealingPups rehabilitation, SpaPups grooming, and Woofin' Workout fitness and weight management.

About the Area – Charlotte, NC:

Charlotte is a growing Southeast metro with a strong job market, a thriving food and craft beverage scene, and easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Carolina coast. Our team serves Charlotte and nearby communities including Matthews, Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Monroe, Weddington, and Waxhaw.

Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited institution
• Valid veterinary license in the state of NC
• 2+ years of small animal clinical experience (this role is for experienced veterinarians)
• Strong soft tissue surgical skills and a genuine love of surgery
• A collaborative spirit and genuine investment in patient care and client education

At Independence Veterinary Clinic, we are proud to foster an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming environment for our team, our clients, and our community.

Independence Veterinary Clinic | 2328 Crownpoint Executive Dr, Suite B, Charlotte, NC | [phone] | Website: independenceveterinaryclinic.com