Animal Care Center (Hardin, MT) - Associate Veterinarian
Animal Care Center in Hardin, Montana, is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our established mixed animal practice. We care for a diverse caseload including dogs, cats, horses, and cattle, offering a rewarding mix of companion and large animal medicine in a modern, well-equipped hospital.
About the role
As our next Associate Veterinarian, you’ll practice comprehensive veterinary medicine in a collaborative environment. Our team supports preventative care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, herd health, and emergency cases, with mentorship available for veterinarians at all career stages.
Responsibilities
- Provide preventative, medical, and surgical care for small and large animal patients
- Perform wellness exams, diagnostics, dentistry, and routine surgical procedures
- Develop lasting relationships with clients through education and compassionate communication
- Collaborate with experienced veterinarians on a wide variety of medical and surgical cases
- Grow your skills in orthopedic surgery, general surgery, internal medicine, herd health, and emergency/critical care
- Practice medicine with the support of an experienced, long-tenured veterinary team
Requirements
- DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure in Montana
- Interest in mixed animal medicine and surgery
- Collaborative attitude and commitment to exceptional patient care
- Strong communication skills and a desire to build lasting client relationships
Experienced veterinarians and new graduates are welcome. Structured mentorship is provided to help build confidence from day one.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary based on experience
- Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual
- Generous signing bonus and relocation assistance
- Weekend on-call compensation at 100% of collected fees
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA options
- Generous paid time off with rollover
- Paid parental leave and bonding time
- Annual continuing education allowance plus paid CE days
- Professional development support
- Paid licensing, professional memberships, and AVMA PLIT coverage
- Structured mentorship program
- 401(k) retirement plan options
- Employee pet care discounts
Life in Hardin, Montana
Hardin offers a relaxed pace of life with wide-open spaces, friendly neighbors, and endless outdoor recreation. Located in Big Horn County, it provides easy access to:
- Fly fishing on the Bighorn River
- Horseback riding, camping, and hiking
- Yellowstone National Park and the Bighorn Mountains
- Local history at the Big Horn County Museum and Pompeys Pillar National Monument
- Hunting, skiing, and other outdoor adventures