We are hiring a full-time associate veterinarian looking to join our small animal veterinary hospital here in Spartanburg, SC!  

This is a great opportunity for those looking for mentorship or already have some experience and wish to further hone their skills within our practice! 

By joining our private practice, you will enjoy flexibility in your schedule, autonomy to provide care as you see fit, and have an actual say in how things are done; something often not found in corporate practices. 

You will gain experience working on a wide variety of surgical and medical cases, using the latest technology available so that you can do your best for your clients and their pets. This includes an in-house laboratory, pharmacy, digital x-ray, dual surgery suites with electrocautery and dental capability. We also have access to a top-notch radiologist when their input may be needed and trusted advanced care professionals to assist beyond our abilities. 

You will feel confident as you grow, with support, collaboration and learning from 3 doctors that bring a combined 70 years of experience to the field and a growing team of veterinary professionals working right beside you. We are also supported by two sister practices that provide resources and assistance when needed. 

Our practice is in the beautiful upstate of South Carolina! Spartanburg is known for its quality of life and as a great place to raise a family. It is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation for local businesses, the arts, entertainment, and recreation and is within easy driving distance of the mountains and ocean. We are big proponents of supporting local and encourage our employees to do the same. 

WHAT WE OFFER: 

We are focused on committing to you and the quality of work you will be bringing. That is why our compensation structure is based on favorable, negotiable terms: 

• Base Compensation
  • Signing bonus – up to $25,000, based on experience level and starting salary, allocated quarterly
  • Starting salary range of $120,000 – $200,000 (and up), based on experience level
  • Production bonuses – starting at 22%, capped at 25%, paid quarterly
  • Retirement plan – 401k with 4% employer match
• Relocation assistance
  • Up to $10,000 moving stipend
  • Housing (temporary and long-term) can be provided if needed
  • Assistance with spousal career placement can be provided if needed
• Healthcare – allowance provided, with your choice in your own insurance plan
• Schedule
  • Paid time off – 3 weeks of vacation and 52 hours of personal leave per year 
  • Parental leave – up to 6 weeks paid-time off, depending on PTO already taken for the year 
  • Very flexible work schedule – open to discussing shifts that benefit everyone  
• Professional Development
  • Student loan reimbursement 
  • Paid state licensing fees 
  • Paid AVMA and state professional dues 
  • Continuing education reimbursement 
• Generous pet care discounts 
• Opportunity for potential ownership for those doctors who are interested

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION: We are a full-service veterinary practice. You will be responsible for general small animal veterinary medicine. This includes performing small animal surgery, preventative health care, pet dental care, and vaccinations. There is an opportunity for orthopedic services if desired but not required. 

Our clinic is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. You will be expected to work four days a week with two of those being full days (10-hour shifts). We have NO weekend office hours and NO after-hours or on-call schedule. We want you to be able to spend the time you need to attend to your patient and form a solid relationship with their owners. 

We see about 100 – 120 clients per day. Some days can be steady, but fast-paced. Other days may be slower, but more time may be committed to each client and their needs. We do our best working as a team to keep things running smoothly, but you will need to be able to handle sudden changes as they come. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from a college of veterinary medicine
• Current DEA license held or obtained upon hire
• Active Veterinary State License held or obtained upon hire
• USDA Accreditation held or obtained upon hire – nice to have, but not required

We look forward to hearing from you!