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Associate Veterinarian
Job Location:
Job Location:
Wilkesboro, NC - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 130000 - 150000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
10 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Practice Exceptional Medicine. Build Lasting Relationships. Love Where You Work.
For more than 65 years Animal Hospital of Wilkes has been a trusted part of the Wilkesboro community caring for generations of pets and the families who love them. As a well-established five-doctor small animal practice weve built our reputation on compassionate care collaborative teamwork and a commitment to practicing high-quality medicine.
Were looking for an Associate Veterinarian who enjoys building meaningful client relationships values teamwork and wants the support and resources to practice medicine their way. Whether youre an experienced veterinarian or a recent graduate looking for strong mentorship wed love to meet you.
Interested in practice ownership Animal Hospital of Wilkes offers a unique opportunity for veterinarians who aspire to become practice owners. Qualified doctors have the opportunity to purchase equity in the hospital allowing you to build long-term wealth while maintaining the support and resources of Innovetive Petcare. Whether ownership is part of your immediate goals or something youd like to explore in the future were happy to have that conversation.
Interested in practice ownership Animal Hospital of Wilkes offers a unique opportunity for veterinarians who aspire to become practice owners. Qualified doctors have the opportunity to purchase equity in the hospital allowing you to build long-term wealth while maintaining the support and resources of Innovetive Petcare. Whether ownership is part of your immediate goals or something youd like to explore in the future were happy to have that conversation.
Why Youll Love Practicing Here
At Animal Hospital of Wilkes youll join an experienced supportive team that believes great medicine starts with great people.
Our hospital offers:
- Five-doctor collaborative team with experienced support staff
- Long-standing loyal clientele with deep community roots
- Full-service small animal practice serving dogs and cats
- Preventive and wellness care
- Soft tissue surgery
- Advanced orthopedic procedures
- Comprehensive dentistry
- Diagnostic services
- Daytime urgent and emergency care
- Boarding services
- Spacious recently refreshed standalone hospital
- A culture that encourages collaboration mentorship and continuous learning
- Opportunity to invest in the practice through an optional equity partnership
- Proud recipient of Best Veterinary Clinic by local community readers
What Youll Do
- Perform wellness and preventive care examinations
- Diagnose and treat medical conditions
- Perform routine surgeries and dentistry
- Develop individualized treatment plans
- Educate clients and build lasting relationships
- Collaborate with a talented team of veterinarians and technicians
- Practice high-quality compassionate medicine in a supportive environment
What Were Looking For
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Eligible for or currently licensed to practice veterinary medicine in North Carolina
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
- Collaborative mindset and positive attitude
- New graduates are encouraged to applymentorship is available
Benefits
As part of the Innovetive Petcare family youll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional growth and personal well-being.
Benefits include:
Benefits include:
- Competitive compensation range of $130000 - $150000 with ProSal options
- Sign-on bonus available
- Relocation assistance available
- Student Loan repayment
- Practice equity opportunity for veterinarians interested in ownership
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing Education allowance plus paid CE days
- Professional dues and licensure reimbursement
- AVMA VIN and PLIT membership assistance
- DEA and state license reimbursement
- Professional liability insurance
- Mentorship and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee pet care discounts
- Leadership development and advancement opportunities within Innovetive Petcare
Join a Hospital That Feels Like Home
At Animal Hospital of Wilkes youll find the rare combination of established clientele collaborative teammates quality medicine and genuine work-life balance. If youre looking for a hospital where your voice is valued your growth is supported and your patients become lifelong relationships wed love to hear from you.
About Wilkesboro North Carolina
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains Wilkesboro offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Enjoy hiking fishing wineries local festivals and a welcoming communityall while being within an hour of Winston-Salem and an easy drive to Boone and the North Carolina High Country. Whether youre looking for mountain weekends a lower cost of living or a place to put down roots Wilkesboro offers an exceptional quality of life.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
We handle the day-to-day business operations while you provide excellent medical care. Join a veterinary family that cares about your happiness and success.
