Veterinarian

Pinnacle Animal Hospital; Royal Pines (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited personal time

Bonus incentives

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits (401(k))

CE and licensure reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Managing career path development

Employee Assistance Program

DVM Referral Program

Mental Health Resources

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Pinnacle Animal Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina is a full-service companion animal practice serving dogs, cats and other pets with compassionate care. We are a collaborative team committed to mentorship, ongoing learning, and professional growth, offering wellness care, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics and exotic pet care.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. Join a welcoming hospital where teamwork and meaningful patient relationships drive excellence and support for families who love

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution.
• Appropriate state licensure is required.
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional and courteous presentation with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift and assist patients and equipment up to 25 pounds (with/without assistance).

Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to diagnose disease or injury.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and interpret results.
• Advise owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medications as needed.
• Provide counseling on end-of-life care for pets.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure ethical compliance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Professional presentation

Physical stamina

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Job description

Practice

Pinnacle Animal Hospitalis afull-servicecompanion animal hospital serving Asheville, Arden, Fletcher, and the surrounding areas.

Founded in 2012 with the tag line "Compassionate Care for Pets and Their People", our hospital was designed so we wouldn't be looked at as just another "regular" animal hospital. We have proudly provided industry leading care to dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, reptiles, and other furry/scaly creatures for over a decade.

Position Purpose

Pinnacle Animal Hospital is looking to welcome an Associate Veterinarian to our compassionate, collaborative team! We are a full-service companion animal practice committed to providing high-quality, personalized care to pets and the families who love them.

Our team offers a welcoming, supportive environment where collaboration, continued learning, and professional growth are encouraged. We provide a variety of services, including wellness care, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, and care for select exotic pets.

New graduates are encouraged to apply! Whether you're beginning your veterinary career or bringing years of experience, we'd love to connect with you. Join a team that values mentorship, teamwork, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their people!

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available

Pay Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.