Veterinarian

Mission Pet Health; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Maternity leave

TeleDoc access

401k with company match

CE allowance

Job summary

Chesapeake Animal Hospital in Chesapeake, Virginia, now part of Mission Pet Health, is seeking a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) for a full-time role in a busy, small-animal practice with emergency coverage.

You'll join a collaborative team with access to internal specialty consultations, ongoing mentorship, and a clear path for clinical growth, backed by competitive base pay, monthly production bonus, a generous sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits through a nationwide veterinary

Qualifications

• Must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM).
• Valid state veterinary license in good standing to practice.
• Collaborative spirit and strong communication with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Build lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
• Practice the highest standard of medicine with diagnostic and treatment oversight.
• Educate and empower clients with clear findings and plans.
• Collaborate with paraprofessional team to support hospital culture.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Welcome to Chesapeake Animal Hospital, a cornerstone of veterinary excellence in Chesapeake, Virginia, serving the community since 1986. Our commitment is to comprehensive small animal care, including advanced surgical procedures, comprehensive testing, diagnostics, and urgent and emergency services. The local community recognizes this dedication, evidenced by our exceptional 4.9-star Google rating. When you join us, you are joining a dedicated team committed to providing complete and quality healthcare where we treat every pet like our own. This is an opportunity for you to do your best work alongside collaborative teammates in a highly trusted environment. While we foster a close-knit local culture, you benefit from the broader support of a leading veterinary network dedicated to your professional journey. We believe in investing in every teammate’s long-term success. Veterinarians have direct access to internal specialty consultations to support complex cases, and we have robust programs in place to help all teammates achieve their career goals, whether that involves pursuing leadership opportunities or becoming a credentialed technician. This focus on education and mentorship ensures you have the support and resources necessary to grow and feel deeply valued in your role. Providing the highest standard of care is our priority. As a full-service small animal practice, we handle everything from proactive pet wellness and prevention to complex advanced care. You will be utilizing your skills in areas such as advanced diagnostics, comprehensive surgical procedures, and urgent care management. This environment is designed for medical growth, ensuring you have the ability to continuously develop your clinical skillset and deliver trusted, quality treatment plans to every family who walks through our doors. Chesapeake Animal Hospital is situated in Chesapeake, Virginia, a vibrant part of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area. This area offers a unique blend of suburban comfort and easy access to coastal amenities, historical sites, and major cultural attractions. You will find yourself in a welcoming community known for its parks and waterways, providing ample opportunity for work-life balance and recreational activities. It is an ideal setting if you are looking for a location that pairs a rewarding professional career with a dynamic and family-friendly lifestyle.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual. We will offer a generous sign-on bonus for the right candidate!

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow

Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement

Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.