Veterinarian | Stateline Animal Clinic

Stateline Animal Clinic; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 122,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO with rollover

Parental leave

PLIT coverage

Professional dues

Job summary

Stateline Animal Clinic in Southaven, Mississippi is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our established small animal practice. This role offers a voice in medical decision-making and opportunities to influence protocols while maintaining a collaborative team culture.

The hospital has 45+ years of service, offers continuing education support, competitive compensation up to $135,000 base plus production bonus, sign-on/relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Licensed Mississippi veterinarian or eligible for licensure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to high-quality veterinary medicine.
• Team-oriented with interest in hospital culture.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to medical decision-making and clinical protocols.
• Provide high-quality patient care in a busy small animal practice.
• Collaborate with team to improve hospital operations.

Skills

Small Animal Medicine

Companion Animal Care

Preventive Medicine

Veterinary Diagnostics

Soft Tissue Surgery

Veterinary Dentistry

Client Communication

Clinical Decision-Making

Medical Protocols

Mentorship

Workflow Optimization

Relationship Building

Medical Records

Leadership

Compassionate Care

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Associate Veterinarian (DVM) | Stateline Animal Clinic | Southaven, Mississippi

Experienced Veterinarian Opportunity | Leadership Influence | Flexible Scheduling

Stateline Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our established small animal veterinary practice in Southaven, Mississippi.

This is more than a traditional Associate Veterinarian role—it's an opportunity to help shape the future of a growing hospital, contribute to medical decision-making, and play an active role in fostering a positive, collaborative team culture. If you're passionate about practicing high-quality veterinary medicine while having a voice in how a hospital grows and evolves, we'd love to connect.

About Us

For more than 45 years, Stateline Animal Clinic has proudly served pets and families throughout northwest Mississippi and southwest Tennessee. Our team provides comprehensive companion animal care, including wellness services, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and urgent care.

We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining a culture built on teamwork, respect, communication, and professional growth.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a veterinarian who wants to:

• Make a meaningful impact on patients, clients, and team members
• Help influence medical standards and clinical protocols
• Contribute to the culture and continued growth of the hospital
• Share ideas that improve patient care and hospital operations
• Build lasting relationships within the community

Whether your interests include surgery, dentistry, client education, mentorship, or workflow improvement, you'll find opportunities to grow and contribute.

Core Competencies

• Small Animal Medicine
• Companion Animal Care
• Preventive Veterinary Medicine
• Veterinary Diagnostics
• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Veterinary Dentistry
• Client Communication & Education
• Clinical Decision-Making
• Medical Protocol Development
• Veterinary Mentorship
• Workflow Optimization
• Relationship Building
• Medical Record Documentation
• Leadership & Professional Development
• Compassionate Patient Care

What Sets Us Apart

Collaborative Environment

• Strong teamwork and case collaboration
• Open communication and supportive leadership
• Skilled and experienced support staff

Work-Life Balance

• Supportive culture that values personal and family priorities
• Focus on long-term career satisfaction

Professional Growth

• Continuing education support
• Access to a Medical Advisory Board
• Opportunities to contribute to hospital growth and development

What We're Looking For

• All experience and skill levels welcome
• Licensed veterinarian (or eligible for licensure) in Mississippi
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound medical judgment and clinical confidence
• Commitment to practicing high-quality veterinary medicine
• Team-oriented mindset with a desire to contribute to hospital culture

This role is ideal for a veterinarian who wants to continue growing clinically while also helping guide the future direction of a successful practice.

• Up to $135,000 Base Salary (varies based on qualifications/experience)
• Quarterly production bonus with no negative accrual.
• Generous sign-on or relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO with rollover
• Paid parental leave and bonding time
• Paid professional dues and PLIT coverage

Why Southaven?

Southaven combines the convenience of a growing metropolitan area with the warmth of a close-knit community. Located just minutes from Memphis, residents enjoy:

• Excellent dining and entertainment
• Family-friendly neighborhoods
• Parks, recreation, and outdoor activities
• Affordable cost of living
• Easy access to regional travel and amenities
• A strong sense of community

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a veterinary career where your expertise is valued, your ideas matter, and your impact extends beyond the exam room, we'd love to hear from you.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on the location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Stateline Animal Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify demographic information for compliance and reporting purposes. Completion of this form is entirely voluntary and refusal to provide this information will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

Any information provided will be kept confidential and maintained in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This information will not be used in making hiring decisions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.