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Associate Veterinarian | 3.5-Day Workweek | Delta Animal Hospital | Bay Minette, AL
Overview
As a veterinarian at Heartland Veterinary Partners, you will provide quality care to patients and empathetic service to clients. You will partner with other veterinarians, technicians, and client service representatives to operate as an efficient and productive team.
Success in this role takes a collaborative mindset while operating as an independent branch of Heartland. This is an opportunity to expand your skillset while using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills and passion for patient care to build a productive and rewarding career.
When you join us, you will make a real difference in the lives of our patients and clients. You will also become a valued member of our team and contribute to the success of our practice.
Job Details
Practice:
In 1996, Delta Animal Hospital was established to serve the animals and people of Baldwin County. Our mission is simple – provide outstanding veterinary care and excellent customer service.
Our veterinarians have established a consistent program of procedures and techniques proven to be the most effective in keeping pets healthy. In addition to providing preventive care with a full range of vaccines and parasite medication, Delta Animal Hospital has a state-of-the-art laboratory, radiology, and surgical equipment to diagnose and treat all our patients.
Position Purpose:
Great Medicine. A Supportive Team. Room to Grow.
Full-Time Associate Veterinarian (DVM)
Delta Animal Hospital | Bay Minette, Alabama
At Delta Animal Hospital, we believe a rewarding veterinary career should leave room for life outside of work. We’re looking for a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian 3.5 days per week who enjoys building client relationships, values teamwork, and wants to practice great medicine with clinical autonomy and an experienced team’s support.
Since 1996, we’ve served the pets and families of Baldwin County with compassionate, high-quality care. Our team is collaborative, welcoming, and committed to helping one another succeed.
Whether you’re an experienced veterinarian or a new graduate, you’ll find opportunities to grow your skills and make a difference. New graduates are welcome, with mentorship to help build confidence from day one.
Why You’ll Love Delta Animal Hospital
A full-time opportunity with work-life balance
A supportive team that enjoys working together
A loyal, established client base
Clinical autonomy with support when you need it
Mentorship for new graduates
Interesting medical and surgical cases
We offer competitive compensation based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package (see benefits below).
Looking for a practice where you can build your career, feel supported, and enjoy life outside of work? We’d love to connect!
Essential Responsibilities:
What You'll Do
- Provide high-quality medical care for companion animals
- Perform physical exams, diagnostics, surgery, and treatment plans
- Interpret diagnostic tests and develop appropriate care plans
- Educate clients on preventive care and treatment options
- Deliver compassionate guidance through all stages of a pet's life, including end-of-life care
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Practice in accordance with veterinary ethics and medical standards
Requirements/Qualifications:
What You'll Bring
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an AVMA-accredited program
- Active Alabama veterinary license or ability to obtain
- Strong communication and client relationship skills
- Collaborative, positive, and team-oriented approach to patient care
- Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate medicine
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and assist with larger patients or equipment as needed
Benefits Offered:
More of What Matters
- Compensation That Recognizes Your Experience — competitive, negotiable compensation plus production
- A Schedule With Flexibility — designed to support your career and life outside the hospital
- Time Away That’s Actually Yours — Flexible Personal Time Away
- Invest in Your Medicine — CE allowance plus paid licensure and professional dues
- Benefits for You & Your Family — medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Plan for What’s Next — 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
- Keep Growing — professional growth and development opportunities
- Support Beyond the Hospital — Employee Assistance Program and mental wellness resources
- Bring Great Doctors With You — DVM referral bonus program
Pay Range:
USD $100,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.Success Profile
We’re looking for passionate vets with the following traits:
- Adaptable
- Compassionate
- Communicator
- Critical Thinker
- Collaborative
- Empathetic
Culture
At Heartland Veterinary Partners, we believe that prioritizing care for veterinarians enables them to prioritize care for their patients. We offer several benefits and support programs to help veterinarians succeed, including:
Mentorship
We provide access to experienced mentors who can help our partners hone their craft and develop their skills, regardless of where they are in their career journey.
Choose Your Setting
We have practices in many states across the country with diverse settings and focuses, so our veterinarians can choose the environment that is best for them.
Work-Life Balance
We understand that our veterinarians have lives outside of the practice, and we are committed to helping them achieve balance.
Authentic Autonomy
Each practice is led locally, and we empower our teams to make all the clinical and inventory decisions to best meet the needs of the community they serve.
Support When it Matters Most
We support our veterinarians at every stage of their careers, from new graduates to experienced practitioners.
Career Path
New Graduate
This is your first veterinary role after school. You’re getting your feet wet and putting that education to work gaining the experience you need to become the vet you know you can be.
Clinically Confident
You’ve been here a while and have your feet under you. You still have plenty of learning and growing to do, but you’re well on your way.
Learning to Lead
Thanks to your experience and dedication, you’ve earned the trust and respect of your community and established yourself as an example for other vets to follow.
“I love working at a Heartland-owned practice. They let us be ourselves with the support of a corporation. My relationship with our regional director is genuine and supportive. It’s obvious anytime company leadership addresses the practices that they genuinely care about our wellbeing and make decisions with our best interests in mind. We are extremely lucky to work for a company this down to earth.”
- Dr. Alexandra Carter, Managing DVM
Rewards
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Generous Vacation Time
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Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits
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Flexible Scheduling
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401(k) and Roth(k) with match
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Continuing Education and Training Opportunities
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Relocation Assistance
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