Veterinarian

Southpoint Animal Hospital, LLC; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Maternity Leave

TeleDoc access

401k with company match

Disability insurance (Long/Short-Term)

CE allowance and mentorship

Job summary

Southpoint Animal Hospital, LLC in Durham, NC, seeks a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to lead patient care and client partnerships in a collaborative setting. The role offers growth pathways within Mission Pet Health, including leadership tracks and mentorship, with access to in-house specialty consultations.

Competitive base compensation with a monthly production bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a strong commitment to work-life balance and professional development for veterinary teams.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Build lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
• Practice medicine with high standards and clinical autonomy.
• Educate clients on findings and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with paraprofessional team and contribute to hospital culture.

Skills

DVM proficiency

Client communication

Team collaboration

Medical decision making

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Southpoint Animal Hospital in Durham, NC has a strong reputation, holding a 4.9-star Google rating and emphasizing compassionate, collaborative patient care. As part of a larger hospital network, it offers structured career development — including pathways to becoming a credentialed technician, moving into leadership, or pursuing advanced education — along with continuing education resources and systems that support efficient scheduling and workflow. The hospital also offers advanced clinical capabilities, including in-house specialty services like Cardiology and access to internal specialist consultations for complex cases. Beyond the clinic, Durham offers a strong lifestyle draw as the "City of Medicine," known for its historic charm, culinary scene, arts community, top educational institutions, and proximity to Research Triangle Park — making it an appealing location for both career growth and quality of life.

Job Description

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.

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

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.

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