Colonial Animal Hospital - Associate Veterinarian

Colonial Animal Hospital - Springfield, VA•Springfield, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Colonial Animal Hospital, a trusted part of the Springfield, Virginia community for over 60 years, is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian for its established small animal practice. The hospital is known for its high-quality, compassionate care and strong client relationships. This role offers an excellent environment for mentorship, collaboration, and continued clinical growth, with a diverse small animal caseload and a strong surgical component. The Associate Veterinarian will advocate for pets, build long-term client relationships, and educate clients on pet health, partnering with the Practice Manager to foster a positive, high-performing culture aligned with VetEvolve's guiding principles.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent, with an active or eligible state license.
New graduates and experienced veterinarians welcome to apply
Strong medical, surgical, and diagnostic skills across companion animal practice.
Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring abilities.
Collaborates effectively in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
Commitment to maintaining professional ethics, safety, and high-quality patient care.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Responsibilities

Provide consistent high-quality care and exceptional service to pets and clients while maximizing efficiency, productivity and profitability.
Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws.
Ensure appropriate medical record documentation and maintain complete medical records that meet practice quality control guidelines.
Perform complete diagnostic workups, establish accurate histories and physical exams, develop thorough treatment plans, and deliver appropriate urgent, preventive, and ongoing care.
Prescribe and administer drugs, vaccines, and other therapies as appropriate; perform surgery, dental procedures, and other treatments using standard protocols, instruments, and equipment.
Effectively communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and home care instructions to clients and the veterinary medical team; address and resolve client concerns.
Promote the safety of pets, clients, and team members by ensuring safe restraint techniques, adherence to practice guidelines, and maintaining clean, organized, and sterile treatment, exam, and laboratory areas.
Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and gain their trust and compliance.
Attend department and team meetings, both in person and virtually, to stay informed, collaborate effectively, and support broader practice alignment.
Demonstrate integrity, ethics, and embody VetEvolve’s core values of Service, Evolve, and Trust.
Perform other duties as assigned.