Associate Veterinarian

About the role

We are a privately owned, relationship-centered small animal practice serving dogs, cats, pocket pets, and a variety of small exotics. This is a place where you can practice excellent medicine and have a full life outside the clinic.

What We Offer

• A consistent three-day workweek built around our 8 AM–8 PM schedule — no weekends, no on-call, and the work-life balance that comes from having four days off every week.
• A calm, drama-free team culture grounded in our CREATE Values — Compassion, Relationships, Exceptional Medicine, Atmosphere, and Teamwork.
• A spectrum-of-care approach that lets an Associate Veterinarian practice medicine that's both high-quality and realistic for real families.
• A supportive, highly skilled team that includes experienced assistants, cross-trained staff, and leadership that listens.
• A structured onboarding and mentorship program designed to help you feel confident, supported, and fully integrated — whether you're a new graduate or an experienced Associate Veterinarian looking for a healthier way to practice.
• True clinical collaboration, where you'll work alongside experienced veterinarians — and they'll work alongside you — sharing insight, discussing cases, and learning from one another in a supportive, growth-minded environment.
• Modern equipment and diagnostic tools that empower your clinical judgment without dictating it.
• Opportunities for professional growth, CE support, and long-term career development.
• A truly independent practice with leadership that cares about sustainability, not shareholder returns.
• A potential future buy-in or succession opportunity for the right long-term fit.

What You’ll Do

• Provide thoughtful, relationship-centered medical care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and a variety of small exotics.
• Practice spectrum-of-care medicine, offering clients clear options and partnering with them to make decisions that are both medically sound and financially realistic.
• Manage a balanced mix of appointments and procedures, with a schedule designed to support your clinical flow and reduce overwhelm.
• Collaborate with fellow veterinarians — and contribute your own insight — as you discuss cases, share ideas, and support one another's medical decision-making.
• Build trusting relationships with clients, helping them feel heard, supported, and confident in the care their pets receive.
• Work alongside a skilled, cross-trained support team that anticipates needs, communicates clearly, and helps you stay focused on medicine.
• Contribute to a calm, emotionally safe clinic atmosphere where pets feel at ease and people feel valued.
• Participate in ongoing learning and growth, with mentorship available and your professional development supported at every stage of your career.

Who You Are

• A Veterinarian who wants to practice medicine with purpose, clarity, and heart.
• Someone who values connection — with your team, with your clients, and with the pets who trust you.
• A person who believes in compassionate, relationship-centered care.
• A practitioner of spectrum-of-care medicine and clear client communication.
• A collaborator who enjoys working with other veterinarians and contributing your own insight.
• A communicator with kindness and clarity, even in emotionally charged moments.
• A person who appreciates a calm, emotionally safe workplace.
• A curious, growth-minded, and open-to-mentorship individual.
• A professional who takes pride in high-quality medicine that's also realistic and accessible.
• A person who wants a sustainable career with a schedule that supports your life outside the clinic.

Why Southern West Virginia?

• A beautiful, affordable, and heart-filled place where a Veterinarian can build a meaningful career and a life that feels like their own.
• A cost of living that makes homeownership and financial stability truly attainable.
• A strong sense of community where people genuinely appreciate their veterinarians.
• Infinite outdoor recreation, including hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, and the New River Gorge National Park.
• A slower, steadier pace of life without big-city pressure.
• A region on the rise, with revitalization and new investment.
• A place where your work matters — deeply.

Support Team + Equipment

• A highly trained, cross-functional support team, including a fully licensed RVT and another team member preparing for the VTNE, plus experienced assistants and client-care staff.
• A calm, emotionally safe clinic atmosphere designed to reduce stress for pets, clients, and the veterinary team.
• Experienced veterinarians who collaborate with you — and learn from you — in a supportive, growth-minded environment.
• A structured onboarding and mentorship program to support your confidence and success.
• Modern diagnostic and treatment tools, including digital radiography, in-house lab equipment, ultrasound, digital dental radiography, therapy laser, and up-to-date anesthesia monitoring — plus a fully equipped surgical suite and a dedicated dental surgical suite.
• Thoughtful workflow systems that minimize friction and support clear communication.
• A leadership team that listens and is committed to giving you what you need to thrive.

Compensation + Benefits

• Compensation: $95,000–$135,000 annually, depending on experience and skill set.
• A consistent three-day workweek with no weekends and no on-call.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Premium PTO Package: 15 days PTO for new graduates, 20 days PTO for experienced veterinarians, 5 CE days (separate), 5 paid sick days.
• Employee discounts on veterinary care and pet supplies.
• CE support and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive, drama-free team culture grounded in our CREATE Values.
• A potential future buy-in or succession opportunity for the right long-term fit.
• $750 New Graduate Transition Bonus to support early-career veterinarians.