Veterinarian | Cape Charles, VA

NCVMA; Virginia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Weekends off

Mentorship program

Paid time off

Insurance (medical/dental/vision)

401(k) with match

Job summary

Cape Charles Animal Hospital, a CareVet partner, is seeking a full-time veterinarian to join our collaborative two-doctor small animal practice on Virginia's Eastern Shore. Our team emphasizes thoughtful medicine and work‑life balance in a coastal community minutes from the Chesapeake Bay.

Why you’ll love this role: closed weekends, a comfortable pace, strong technician support, mentoring for new grads, and the autonomy to manage cases with a collaborative team always available. Apply today.

Qualifications

• Licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in Virginia or eligible to be licensed
• Interest in mentorship for newer grads or autonomy for experienced vets
• Experience in small-animal veterinary practice preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care for small animals
• Collaborate with a 2-DVM team and support staff
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and treatment plans

Skills

Mentorship

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Education

DVM degree

Tools

Ultrasound

Tonometry

Digital radiography

Electronic medical records

Job description

Coastal Living. Closed Weekends. A $125K Signing Bonus.

Full-Time Veterinarian | Cape Charles Animal Hospital | Cape Charles, VA

A $125,000 signing bonus, every weekend off, and quality medicine at a thoughtful pace — all minutes from the Chesapeake Bay. Whether you're a new grad looking for mentorship or an experienced DVM who values autonomy and balance, this is a career you can actually enjoy.

Cape Charles Animal Hospital, a CareVet partner, is seeking a full-time veterinarian to join our collaborative two-doctor small animal practice on Virginia's Eastern Shore.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Closed weekends — your weekends are yours, always
• A comfortable pace — thoughtful appointments, never high-volume
• A collaborative 2-DVM team with strong technician and support staff
• All experience levels welcome — mentorship for newer grads, autonomy for experienced DVMs
• Live on the coast — minutes from beaches, boating, and Chesapeake Bay sunsets

What It's Like to Practice Here

Cape Charles Animal Hospital is a close-knit small animal practice where teamwork, communication, and strong client relationships are at the center of everything we do.

This isn't a high-volume, high-pressure environment. You'll have the time and support to work cases up thoughtfully, get to know your clients, and practice at a comfortable pace. And the role can grow with you — newer veterinarians get mentorship, case guidance, and an experienced team to help build confidence, while experienced doctors get the autonomy to manage their own cases with a collaborative team always available when another perspective helps.

We value:

• Thoughtful appointment pacing and high-quality, compassionate medicine
• Strong technician support and collaborative case management
• Clinical autonomy
• Predictable scheduling and work-life balance

And when the workweek is over, your weekends are yours.

Medical Capabilities & Equipment

You’ll have the tools and clinical support to practice confidently, including:

• Ultrasound
• Tonometry
• Digital radiography
• Electronic medical records
• Dedicated clinical support staff

Who We're Looking For

We’re open to veterinarians at different stages of their careers. This could be a great fit if you’re:

• A newer veterinarian looking for supportive mentorship
• An experienced DVM who values clinical autonomy
• A veterinarian who enjoys building long-term client relationships
• Looking for a collaborative rather than competitive environment
• Ready for a predictable schedule with no weekend shifts
• Interested in building a long‑term career in a close‑knit community

What You’ll Get

• Competitive six-figure base salary plus production
• No negative accrual
• 1:1 personalized career coaching
• Lucrative bonus packages
• Flexible scheduling
• "True" paid time off (base and production)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 100% paid life and disability insurance
• Generous pet care perks
• Access to a financial planning platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time and allowance for professional development
• Access to our doctor vacation program
• And more — check out our Ultimate CarePackage

Live Where Other People Vacation

Cape Charles offers something hard to find in a typical veterinary job: a coastal lifestyle, with your weekends free to actually enjoy it. Located on Virginia's Eastern Shore along the Chesapeake Bay, you’ll have easy access to:

• Beaches and waterfront sunsets
• Boating, fishing, and kayaking
• Local restaurants and shops
• Community events
• Outdoor recreation just minutes from home

It's a place where you can build a fulfilling career while keeping plenty of life outside the hospital.

About CareVet

CareVet is a network of best-in-class veterinary hospitals united by one mission: to provide the very best care for our pets and our team members. Our approach is built on five things we take seriously — practice legacy, team, veterinarians, patients, and community.