Associate Veterinarian | Wilmington, NC

Truss Vet•Wilmington, NC

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine you’re being invited to join a team of trailblazers shaping the future of veterinary care. Picture a dynamic, fast-growing organization where innovation and compassion are at the core of everything we do. That’s Truss Vet. In just a few short years, we’ve gone from an idea to a thriving veterinary urgent care platform, and we’re not stopping anytime soon. With four successful clinics and a fifth on the horizon, we’re redefining how pets and their people experience care. At Truss Vet, we’re on a mission to elevate the human-animal bond by removing barriers to compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Our urgent care clinics are tailored to pets with non-life-threatening issues that don’t belong in the ER but can’t wait for a regular vet visit. Think of us as the sweet spot between general practice and emergency care, a place where we deliver exceptional medical outcomes while ensuring a better quality of life for our team. Here’s where you come in: as a veterinarian at Truss Vet, you’re more than a doctor. You’re a clinical and cultural leader who sets the tone for patient care, client experience, and team well-being. You’ll: Practice the highest standards of medicine while embracing a growth mindset. Foster a collaborative, fun, work-hard/play-hard team environment. Exceed client expectations with empathy, professionalism, and a touch of humanity. Help shape the culture and care standards of a clinic that’s quickly becoming a standout in the industry. We’re a young organization, which means there’s tons of room to innovate, build, and leave your mark. Whether you’re looking for the thrill of startup energy or the stability of a growing organization, Truss Vet offers both. You’ll be joining a team that’s passionate, supportive, and determined to make a difference for pets, their people, and each other. So, what do you think? Are you ready to be part of the next chapter of Truss Vet’s journey? You’re a great fit if : Someone would describe you as proactive, detail-oriented, timely, organized, productive, analytical... and still a people person! Bonus points if you can move things with your mind! You have a growth mindset; you never stop learning, and you’re constantly looking for ways to advance yourself, your career, and your team You want to work for a company that has a big vision and ambitious plans for growth, and you want to be a part of helping achieve that growth You want to make a difference in the world, have an impact on people’s lives, and change the future of animal healthcare for the better You love working in teams and find that you’re able to relate to people of all types (yes, people are gross, but you didn’t choose vet med because you love animals and hate people) You’re willing to “get your hands dirty;” no task is beneath you, you’re entrepreneurial and a servant leader You provide energy to the people you’re around because you’re generally a happy, positive, optimistic person (after interacting with you, people feel energized vs. drained) You are licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in the state of North Carolina You have 5+ years in-practice experience (ER experienced preferred) You read our core values (below) and they overlap with your personal values We believe in : Excellence in medicine and the highest reasonable standards of care Providing our teams the resources to be happy and successful That every pet deserves to live its best life (Except for that one chihuahua... jk) 3-day workweeks Going home on time No abusive noncompetes Building a supportive team that you want to hang out with even on your off days (but we’ll never make you) Treating people like we want to be treated Compensation and benefits that help people live well Working hard and pursuing excellence while still having fun A little bit about our clinic : For too long, veterinary hospitals have been off the beaten path, sequestered to old strip centers, or simply too hard to find. Pets have become family members, so why shouldn't veterinary clinics be located where family members shop, work, and dine? And why shouldn't veterinary teams get to work in beautiful, safe, and vibrant locations? We’re outfitting the facility with brand new, industry-leading equipment (IDEXX CBC/chemistry, automated fecal/UA, digital cytology, and on-site enzyme analysis), IDEXX digital radiography, ultrasound, fully cloud-based and mobile technology solutions, and a modern aesthetic reflective of today’s best healthcare environments Our Fear-Free clinic will include a command center, dedicated feline exam room, comfort room, respite/breastfeeding room, staff break room, radiology suite, and a spacious treatment area

Requirements

Someone would describe you as proactive, detail-oriented, timely, organized, productive, analytical... and still a people person!
You have a growth mindset; you never stop learning, and you’re constantly looking for ways to advance yourself, your career, and your team
You want to work for a company that has a big vision and ambitious plans for growth, and you want to be a part of helping achieve that growth
You want to make a difference in the world, have an impact on people’s lives, and change the future of animal healthcare for the better
You love working in teams and find that you’re able to relate to people of all types (yes, people are gross, but you didn’t choose vet med because you love animals and hate people)
You’re willing to “get your hands dirty;” no task is beneath you, you’re entrepreneurial and a servant leader
You provide energy to the people you’re around because you’re generally a happy, positive, optimistic person (after interacting with you, people feel energized vs. drained)
You are licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in the state of North Carolina
You have 5+ years in-practice experience
You read our core values (below) and they overlap with your personal values

Nice To Haves

Bonus points if you can move things with your mind!
ER experienced preferred

Responsibilities

Practice the highest standards of medicine while embracing a growth mindset.
Foster a collaborative, fun, work-hard/play-hard team environment.
Exceed client expectations with empathy, professionalism, and a touch of humanity.
Help shape the culture and care standards of a clinic that’s quickly becoming a standout in the industry.