Associate Veterinarian

AmeriVet•Havelock, NC

10d•$130,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Emergency Pet Hospital of Craven–Carteret is a well-established emergency-only practice providing urgent medical and surgical care when regular clinics are closed, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The clinic emphasizes compassionate patient care, modern diagnostics and treatment plans, and coordination with referring veterinarians to support continuity of care. Its collaborative, fast-paced team treats small-animal emergency and surgical cases, with an average daily volume of 10–15 patients per doctor and a target doctor-to-technician ratio of 3:1. The Associate Veterinarian will provide emergency veterinary care and surgery while building long-term client relationships and working collaboratively with the clinic team. The position offers medical autonomy supported by the clinic’s medical systems, skilled technicians, dedicated client service representatives, and leadership. Early-career DVMs are welcome, with mentorship and development opportunities available. The clinic is located in Havelock, minutes from North Carolina’s Crystal Coast, with access to beaches, boating, fishing, nearby waterfront towns, and a lower cost of living than many coastal destinations.

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

Early-career veterinarians are welcome; no specific experience threshold is required.
Interest in collaborative practice, continuous growth, and excellence.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality urgent medical and surgical care to small-animal patients.
Deliver compassionate, client-centered care and build long-term client relationships.
Communicate with clients and educate them about their pets’ care.
Collaborate with the veterinary team and referring veterinarians to support continuity of care.
Participate in ongoing professional growth and clinical excellence.

Benefits

Up to $100,000 signing bonus with time commitment.
Annual salary of $130,000–$150,000 plus production bonus.
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) cash program with annual production-based bonuses.
No negative accrual.
Transparent production metrics and operational support.
Generous continuing education allowance and paid licenses and professional dues.
Referral bonus program.
Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
Mentorship programs.
Relocation assistance and signing 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, mentorship, and career pathing.