Veterinarian

AmeriVet • Lima, OH

22d • Onsite

About The Position

Heidt Veterinary Hospital is a full-service small animal general practice in Lima, Ohio, that has served local pets and families for more than 60 years. The Associate Veterinarian will provide compassionate veterinary care in a collaborative, client-focused clinic with a varied caseload and modern medical resources. The practice handles approximately 15–18 appointments per DVM per day, with a support-staff ratio of two technicians per DVM. Casework includes wellness and preventive medicine, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, urgent care, laser therapy, and advanced surgical procedures.

The role offers medical autonomy, support from experienced veterinarians and staff, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth. Compensation includes an annual salary of $130,000 plus production bonus, a $50,000 signing bonus, and an annual-bonus cash incentive program based on production. The clinic reports no negative accrual and offers transparent production metrics and operational support. Flexible scheduling, relocation assistance, continuing-education support, paid licenses and professional dues, referral bonuses, and a 401(k) with company match are also described. The employer additionally lists benefits for full-time employees, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, mental health resources, paid time off, and holidays.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care across wellness and preventive medicine, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, urgent care, laser therapy, and advanced surgical procedures.
• Deliver compassionate care and contribute to outstanding patient care in a collaborative, client-focused team.
• Work with experienced veterinarians and dedicated support staff.

Benefits

• Annual salary of $130,000 plus production bonus.
• $50,000 signing bonus.
• DVM Long Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program with annual bonuses based on production.
• No negative accrual.
• Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings.
• Generous continuing-education allowance.
• Paid licenses and professional dues.
• Referral bonus program.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Student loan assistance.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Mental health resources.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Tailored development programs and career pathing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree