Associate Veterinarian
About The Position
Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its small-animal general practice. The clinic has served its community for more than 30 years and describes its team as dedicated, supportive, collaborative, and bilingual. The practice sees an average of 12 or more appointments per day, with a caseload spanning wellness, sick visits, and surgery, and a support-staff-to-doctor ratio of 1–1.5:1. The clinic is equipped with digital X-ray, in-house labs, and dental and surgical suites. The position offers a balanced schedule consisting of two longer weekday shifts and Saturdays, along with flexible scheduling, mentorship, and work-life-balance support. The veterinarian will have medical autonomy and access to skilled technicians, dedicated client service representatives, leadership support, and medical systems. Compensation is listed as $135,000–$165,000 annually plus production bonus, with an available sign-on bonus of up to $25,000. Other listed offerings include a long-term incentive cash program based on production, no negative accrual, transparent production metrics, continuing education support, paid licenses and professional dues, referral bonuses, relocation assistance, and a company-matched 401(k).
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.
- Passion for patient care and long-term client relationships.
- Collaborative approach and ability to thrive in a positive, supportive culture.
- Commitment to continuous growth and excellence.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care and build long-term relationships with clients.
- Practice veterinary medicine and surgery with medical autonomy and support from the clinic’s medical systems and team.
- Collaborate with teammates in a positive, supportive practice culture.
- Pursue continuous professional growth and excellence.
- Communicate with clients and provide client education.
Benefits
- Annual salary of $135,000–$165,000 plus production bonus.
- Sign-on bonus of up to $25,000.
- DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program with annual bonuses based on production.
- No negative accrual.
- Transparent production metrics and operational support.
- Generous continuing education allowance.
- Paid licenses and professional dues.
- Referral bonus program.
- Flexible scheduling and work-life-balance support.
- Mentorship programs.
- Relocation assistance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Student loan assistance.
- Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance.
- Mental health resources.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Tailored development programs and career pathing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
