Associate Veterinarian (Equine)
About The Position
Equine Associate Veterinarian – Full-Time | Homestead Veterinary Hospital | Villa Ridge, MO Homestead Veterinary Hospital (HVH) is seeking an immediate, full-time, experienced Equine Associate Veterinarian to join our predominantly equine, multi-doctor practice in Villa Ridge, Missouri. We’re looking for a passionate, team-oriented veterinarian with strong communication skills and a desire to deliver exceptional client care. A special interest in sports medicine and lameness is highly desired, but all qualified applicants will be considered. About Us: HVH is a 6-doctor practice serving a diverse caseload of 70% equine, 25% small animal, and 5% small ruminant patients. Our practice supports all disciplines of equine sports - from backyard companions to elite sport horses. While primarily ambulatory, our 10,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art hospital features: Four stalls (including two mare/foal stalls and isolation) Indoor stocks On-site RVTs providing 24-hour care as needed We take pride in offering advanced diagnostics and treatments, including: Pre-purchase exams Lameness evaluations Regenerative medicine Ophthalmology Digital radiography & ultrasound Endoscopy Dentistry CO₂ & therapeutic laser Shockwave therapy Field surgery Reproduction services In-house lab Acupuncture 24/7/365 emergency care What We Offer: Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance Competitive compensation with sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan support Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, 401K, life & supplemental insurance, and more Paid CE & professional dues Medical autonomy in your practice A supportive, collaborative team and access to a nationwide DVM mentor network Why Villa Ridge, MO? HVH is located just west of the St. Louis suburbs in Villa Ridge, MO, nestled in a beautiful setting surrounded by rolling hills, a pond, and open fields - the perfect mix of peaceful countryside and easy city access. Just minutes away is the quaint, historic town of Washington, MO, known for its charming downtown filled with great dining, shopping, and close proximity to the region’s well-loved wineries along Hwy 94. The area offers endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, and horse trails. Downtown St. Louis is just about an hour east, making it easy to enjoy professional sports, concerts, dining, and entertainment, with the airport conveniently close for travel.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university
- Current DEA license or ability to obtain upon hire
- Active veterinary state license
- Experienced veterinarian in equine medicine, new graduate that has completed an internship, or a new graduate with a strong interest in pursuing a career in equine practice
- This role is primarily ambulatory - must be comfortable with travel
Nice To Haves
- A special interest in sports medicine and lameness is highly desired
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Competitive compensation with sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan support
- Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, 401K, life & supplemental insurance, and more
- Paid CE & professional dues
- Medical autonomy in your practice
- A supportive, collaborative team and access to a nationwide DVM mentor network
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
