Associate Veterinarian
About The Position
Desert Veterinary Clinic is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join the team! Desert Vet Clinic has been serving the city of Yuma’s pets and service animals for over 30 years. They have become a staple in the community and with the growing pet population, the community needs more veterinarians. Here is your opportunity to make a real difference! The Clinic is a busy, AAHA accredited hospital. Our relationships with our clients are based on trust, compassion, stability, and communication. We have an excellent team of well-trained nurses and doctors, who are happy to mentor new grads or invite an established vet to the team. Desert Veterinary Clinic | Best Veterinary Care in Yuma, Ari... Clinic Snapshot Practice type: General Practice, Mixed, Exotics, Orthopedics Avg. daily patient volume: [16 /day] Support staff ratio: [3 : 1] Case mix: Wellness, surgery, dentistry, urgent care Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house labs, dental suite, surgical laser, CT machine Team culture: Collaborative, teaching-focused, highly skilled Building: 10,000sf, 6 exam rooms, dental suite, employee lounge Total Rewards & How We Invest in You We believe great doctors deserve great rewards. $150k - $200k annual salary + production bonus DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded Student Loan Programs ($100k) Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available 401k retirement savings plan with company match What Makes Us Different Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team. Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence. We believe thriving teams build thriving communities You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference You are a veterinarian who is: Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture Committed to continuous growth and excellence
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
Benefits
- $150k - $200k annual salary + production bonus DVM
- Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
- No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
- Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
- Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
- Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
- Student Loan Programs ($100k)
- Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
- Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources
- Generous paid time off and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
