Associate Veterinarian

AmeriVet • Morehead City, NC

14d • Onsite

About The Position

PetDocks Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited small animal practice serving Morehead City and surrounding coastal communities since 2000. The practice provides individualized care in a modern hospital and emphasizes close client relationships and a collaborative team culture. Its caseload includes wellness, diagnostics, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, and urgent care, averaging approximately 16 patients per doctor each day. Visiting orthopedic and ultrasound specialists are available at least once per month.

The Associate Veterinarian will provide patient care and practice advanced general medicine and surgery while building long-term client relationships. The role offers medical autonomy with support from skilled technicians, dedicated client service representatives, and a collaborative leadership team. Mentorship, professional development, and operational support are available.

The position offers an annual base salary of $130,000–$145,000 plus 20% production, with no negative accrual. A signing bonus of up to $10,000 may be available. Additional compensation and support include a DVM long-term incentive cash program, a generous continuing education allowance, paid licenses and professional dues, relocation assistance, a referral bonus program, and student loan support. The practice is located in Morehead City, North Carolina, a coastal community with access to beaches and outdoor recreation.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required).
• Compassionate, client-centered approach to care.
• Strong communication and client-education skills.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work in a supportive team culture.
• Passion for patient care and long-term client relationships.
• Comfort practicing advanced general medicine and surgery.

Nice To Haves

• Strong diagnostic and advanced surgical skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a small-animal general practice that also handles urgent care cases.
• Practice general medicine and surgery, including diagnostics, dentistry, and soft-tissue surgery.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through compassionate care and client education.
• Collaborate with other doctors, technicians, client service representatives, and leadership to manage a diverse caseload.
• Pursue continuous professional growth and excellence.

Benefits

• Annual base salary of $130,000–$145,000 plus 20% production.
• Signing bonus of up to $10,000 may be available.
• DVM Long-Term Incentive cash program with annual production-based bonuses.
• No negative accrual.
• Generous continuing education allowance.
• Paid licenses and professional dues.
• Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
• Mentorship programs and tailored development and career-pathing programs.
• Relocation assistance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support.
• Referral bonus program.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental health resources.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Performance bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree