Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Maine; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Supportive onboarding and mentorship

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital is seeking a Full-Time Small Animal Associate Veterinarian in Orland, Maine, to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for companion animals. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate or an experienced veterinarian looking for a supportive team environment with excellent mentorship.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $150,000 per year, along with a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Enjoy a balanced schedule with no on-call responsibilities and a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Active veterinary license in good standing in the state of Maine.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to companion animals.
• Collaborate and support new graduates through mentorship.

Skills

Veterinary care

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD

Active veterinary license in Maine

Job description

Veterinarian

Position Type: Full-Time Small Animal Associate Veterinarian
Salary: $100,000 – $150,000 per year
Sign-On Bonus: Available
Location: 11 Gross Point Road, Orland, ME 04472

Hours of Operation:

• Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

Bucksport Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Full-Time Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to companion animals. New graduates are encouraged to apply and will be supported through mentorship, collaboration, and a welcoming team environment.

Our mission is to deliver compassionate, community-focused veterinary care that pets and their families can trust—while supporting our doctors’ professional growth and personal well-being.

What to Expect

• A schedule that respects your time. Our last appointment of the day is at 4:40 PM. No on‑call responsibilities and no expectation to stay late.
  Strong team support.
  
• A 3-to-1 staff-to-doctor ratio with experienced technicians, assistants, and client‑care staff allows you to focus on practicing great medicine.
  
• Comprehensive benefits, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Supportive onboarding and mentorship for new graduates
• Collaborative learning environment. A culture that values curiosity, continuing education, and learning from one another every day.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited institution
• Active veterinary license in good standing in the state of Maine

A Word From Our Medical Director

“At Bucksport Veterinary Hospital, we believe great medicine starts with strong mentorship and mutual respect. My goal as Medical Director is to support each doctor’s growth—whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills—while fostering a collaborative, positive team culture. We value curiosity, continuing education, and learning from one another every day.”

About Bucksport Veterinary Hospital

Bucksport Veterinary Hospital is a welcoming, community-centered practice providing high-quality veterinary care for cats and dogs. We offer wellness care, diagnostics, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, and urgent care to families throughout Orland, Bucksport, Blue Hill, Castine, Deer Isle, and the surrounding Maine communities.

Our team is committed to treating every patient with compassion, respect, and kindness while building lasting relationships with the clients we serve.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.