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Chattyvets in Fairbanks, Alaska is seeking a highly skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our AAHA-accredited small animal hospital. The role offers a high base salary with a transparent production bonus structure and strong mentorship to help you grow clinically.
You will manage wellness exams, diagnostics, and internal medicine with a collaborative team, while building long-term relationships with clients and patients and enjoying outstanding outdoor lifestyle in Alaska.
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska
Salary: $130,000–$180,000 + Monthly Production Bonus (No Negative Accrual)
Looking for a veterinary role that combines high-quality medicine with an incredible lifestyle?
Join a respected AAHA-accredited small animal hospital in Fairbanks, Alaska, where you'll enjoy clinical autonomy, excellent support, and the opportunity to build your career while living in one of the most unique locations in the United States.
What's on offer:
$130,000–$180,000 base salary
Monthly production bonus with no negative accrual
AAHA-accredited hospital
Structured mentorship and leadership development
Access to specialist consultation across a large veterinary network
Comprehensive benefits package
Outstanding outdoor lifestyle in Alaska
This established small animal hospital has earned an excellent reputation within the local community for delivering exceptional patient care and maintaining high clinical standards.
You'll be joining a collaborative veterinary team committed to practising evidence-based medicine while providing compassionate care for every patient.
The practice offers:
AAHA-accredited facility
Modern diagnostic equipment and treatment capabilities
Small animal general practice with urgent care
Access to internal specialist consultations
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Loyal and established client base
Strong emphasis on professional development
This full-time Associate Veterinarian position offers a varied and rewarding companion animal caseload, including:
Wellness examinations and preventative medicine
Medical consultations and diagnostics
Internal medicine
Client education and preventative healthcare
Collaborative case management
Building long-term relationships with clients and patients
You'll be supported by an experienced veterinary and nursing team, allowing you to focus on delivering outstanding patient care while continuing to develop your clinical skills.
This opportunity would suit:
Experienced Associate Veterinarians
Team-oriented clinicians
Veterinarians passionate about high-quality small animal medicine
Candidates looking for mentorship and long-term career development
$130,000–$180,000 base salary
Monthly production bonus with no negative accrual
Health, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid parental leave
Annual CE allowance
Paid CE days
Professional liability insurance
Long & short-term disability insurance
24/7 TeleDoc access
Leadership development programmes
Structured mentorship
Access to a nationwide network of over 20,000 veterinary professionals
Fairbanks offers an incredible lifestyle unlike anywhere else in the United States. Famous for the spectacular Northern Lights, endless outdoor recreation and breathtaking scenery, it's the perfect destination for veterinarians who enjoy adventure outside of work.
Whether you're into hiking, skiing, fishing, wildlife or simply want to experience life in Alaska, Fairbanks provides an exceptional quality of life while remaining a welcoming and close-knit community.
DVM / VMD (or equivalent)
Eligible to work in the United States
Passion for high-quality small animal medicine
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited university (or equivalent)
NAVLE certification
ECFVG or PAVE (for graduates of non-AVMA accredited programmes)
DEA, State and USDA licences (or ability to obtain upon hire)