Associate Veterinarian | Ownership Opportunities
About The Position
Southern Paws Animal Medical Center is hiring an Associate Veterinarian for its small-animal general practice in Florence, South Carolina. The practice has three DVMs and provides general care, surgery, dentistry, and emergency and critical care capabilities. The veterinarian will care for small-animal patients, perform surgery and dental care, use laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging to assess and treat patients, and provide individualized care for routine appointments and more complex medical cases. The role involves collaborating with fellow veterinarians and support staff and communicating clearly and compassionately with pet owners. This position may be full-time or part-time. The practice offers mentorship for new graduates and future ownership options. The hospital has an in-house lab, digital radiology, Butterfly ultrasound, a surgical suite for complex and orthopedic procedures, a dental suite, and therapeutic laser. The schedule includes rotating Saturdays, and the hospital is closed Sundays.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an AVMA-accredited university.
- Active veterinary state license.
- Current DEA License or ability to obtain one upon hire.
- USDA Accreditation or ability to obtain accreditation upon hire.
- Proficiency in general medicine and surgery.
- Compassion and appreciation for teamwork.
Nice To Haves
- Current DEA License is preferred but not required.
- USDA Accreditation is preferred but not required.
- New graduates are considered, with mentorship available.
- Future ownership opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Practice general veterinary medicine for small-animal patients.
- Perform surgery and provide dental care within the hospital’s clinical services.
- Use laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging to guide patient assessment and treatment.
- Provide individualized care across routine appointments and more complex medical cases.
- Collaborate with fellow DVMs and dedicated support staff.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners about their pets’ care.
Benefits
- $100K sign-on bonus.
- Relocation assistance.
- Student loan assistance.
- Future ownership options.
- Mentorship for new graduate veterinarians.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
