Associate Veterinarian

AmeriVetMorehead City, NC
Onsite

About The Position

PetDocks Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited small animal practice that has served Morehead City and the surrounding coastal communities since 2000. Our collaborative team delivers thoughtful, individualized medicine in a modern hospital while maintaining strong, personal relationships with our clients and their pets. The practice is a small animal general practice with urgent care cases, seeing approximately 16 patients per doctor daily. The support staff ratio is approximately 2:1. The case mix includes wellness, diagnostics, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, and urgent care. Specialty support is available from visiting orthopedic and ultrasound specialists at least once per month. The team culture is fast-paced and collaborative, with doctors working together to manage a diverse caseload.

Requirements

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care.
  • Strong communication and client-education skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Strong diagnostic and advanced surgical skills.

Responsibilities

  • Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.
  • Manage a diverse caseload including wellness, diagnostics, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, and urgent care.
  • Collaborate with other veterinarians and the support staff to provide high-quality patient care.
  • Build strong, personal relationships with clients and educate them on their pets' care.
  • Contribute to a positive, supportive, and collaborative team culture.

Benefits

  • Annual base salary + 20% production
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
  • No negative accrual
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support
  • Generous CE allowance
  • Paid licenses and professional dues
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Strong work-life balance
  • Mentorship programs
  • Relocation assistance
  • Sign-on bonuses
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan support
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance
  • Mental health resources
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
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