Veterinarian - Pennell Veterinary Clinic! $20k Sign on Bonus!

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Aston Township (PA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance

Career development

Job summary

Pennell Veterinary Clinic in Aston, PA is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a close-knit, one-doctor practice with strong community ties. You’ll treat companion animals, perform surgery, dentistry, preventive care, and use in-house lab, MLS laser therapy, ultrasound, and imaging tools to deliver high‑quality care.

We value voice, growth, and impact, offering flexible scheduling and no on‑call duties.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and diagnose disease.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventive care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medications as needed.
• Provide counseling on end‑of‑life care.
• Maintain medical records and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

DVM (AVMA)

Job description

Practice

Our team of skilled veterinarians and technicians at Pennell Veterinary Clinic is made up of remarkable people who are all passionate about caring for animals. We are one of Aston, PA's top-rated animal hospitals!

Our emphasis is on prevention and we aim to ensure a pet's long, healthy life through client education and a good health maintenance program.

Position Purpose

What if your next role wasn’t just another job—but a place where your voice matters, your growth is intentional, and your impact is felt every single day? At Pennell Veterinary Clinic, we’ve spent years building something special: a trusted, community-rooted practice where medicine meets heart. We’re looking for an Associate Veterinarian who’s excited to step into a meaningful role—and help shape what comes next. We’re a close-knit, one-doctor practice with deep community ties and a reputation built on compassion, consistency, and quality care. Our clients know us. They trust us. And they come back because they feel the difference.

Now, we’re ready to grow—and we want you to be part of that evolution.

We’ve Created a Culture That Feels Like Family—supportive, collaborative, and always striving to improve. Your days here will be anything but routine. You’ll have the opportunity to practice a wide range of medicine, including:

• Surgery
• Dentistry
• Cardiology
• Preventive care & acute cases

And you’ll have the tools to do it right, including digital radiology, a full in‑house lab, MLS laser therapy, digitherm scanners, and an ultrasound unit arriving soon.

Balance and Support

• Flexible scheduling
• No on‑call responsibilities
• A supportive environment that respects your time and energy

If you’re interested in leadership, mentorship, or the business side of veterinary medicine, this is a place where those interests won’t just be welcomed—they’ll be encouraged. As we look toward the future of the practice, your ideas and initiative will truly matter.

Who You Are

• A collaborative team player who values strong relationships
• Confident in your clinical skills (or eager to grow into that confidence—we welcome all experience levels!)
• Motivated, proactive, and excited to contribute beyond the exam room
• Surgery experience is a plus, but not required

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.
• Ensure compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies, and procedures.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD credentials.
• 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

• Competitive compensation—salary ranges are negotiable based on experience.
• Unlimited personal time.
• Bonus incentives.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth 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 $115,000.00 – USD $150,000.00 per year.