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Up to $20,000 Sign On! | Veterinarian | Suburban Animal Clinic | Columbus, Ohio
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:
Suburban Animal Clinic has been a fixture within Columbus, OH since 1960. We offer the highest standard of care available. We strive to offer the widest array of small animal services possible including ultrasound imaging, laser therapy, chiropractics, and advanced orthopedic surgeries.
Our hospital utilizes ultrasound, comprehensive laboratories, digital dental and traditional x-ray units, and separate surgical / dental suites. Our support team consists of multiple RVTs who are trained to assist with rooms, anesthesia, dentals, and more.
Position Purpose:
Associate Veterinarian – Where Community, Medicine & Meaningful Work Meet
Suburban Animal Clinic
Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: $115,000 – $130,000 (commensurate with experience)
Up to $20,000 Signing Bonus
About Us
If you’re looking for a place where veterinary medicine still feels personal, where clients know your name, and where your work truly matters—you’ve just found it.
Suburban Animal Clinic has been a trusted part of the Columbus community since 1960, caring for generations of pets and the people who love them. We’re a full-service small animal hospital that blends deep-rooted community ties with modern medicine and progressive care.
Inside our walls, you’ll find a well-equipped, thoughtfully designed hospital featuring digital radiology (including dental), ultrasound, a full in-house lab, dedicated surgical and dental suites, and the tools you need to practice high-quality medicine your way.
But what really sets us apart?
It’s the people.
We’re a collaborative, supportive team that values communication, mentorship, and showing up for each other. Our technicians are skilled, engaged, and genuinely invested in patient care—so you can focus on being the doctor you trained to be.
Here, you won’t just work cases—you’ll build relationships, make an impact, and be part of something that’s been meaningful to this community for decades.
Position Overview
We’re looking for a compassionate, motivated Associate Veterinarian who wants to practice excellent medicine while being part of a team that truly enjoys working together.
This is a full-time opportunity with flexibility built in—because we believe great doctors do their best work when they have balance, support, and the ability to grow.
Whether you love surgery, dentistry, client education, or a little bit of everything, you’ll have the autonomy and resources to shape your ideal day.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive medical care to companion animals, including wellness exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions using in-house diagnostics and clinical expertise
• Perform surgical and dental procedures with a focus on patient safety and high-quality outcomes
• Partner with clients to educate and guide them through preventative care and treatment decisions
• Collaborate closely with a skilled support team to deliver seamless, compassionate care
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Support clients through all stages of their pet’s life, including end-of-life care with empathy and professionalism
• Uphold all veterinary standards, ethics, and regulatory requirements
Requirements/Qualifications:
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an AVMA-accredited institution
• Active (or eligible) veterinary license in the state of Ohio
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD licensure
• Strong clinical, surgical, and diagnostic skills (or a desire to continue developing them)
• Excellent communication skills and a client-first mindset
• A team-oriented approach with a positive, collaborative attitude
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently (and more with assistance)
Benefits Offered:
• Competitive compensation (negotiable based on experience)
• Unlimited Personal Time Away
• Generous signing bonus up to $20,000
• Bonus incentives
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) and Roth(k) with company match
• CE allowance and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Structured career path development and growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental health resources
• DVM referral program
• Relocation assistance available
Why You’ll Love It Here
This is the kind of practice where:
• You’re trusted as a doctor
• Your voice is heard
• Your team has your back
• And your work genuinely makes a difference
If you’re ready for a role where you can grow, feel supported, and reconnect with why you chose veterinary medicine in the first place—we’d love to meet you.
Pay Range:
USD $115,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /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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