Associate Veterinarian 
Location: Lancaster, PA
Salary: $180K-$220K + $50K Signing Bonus + 22% Production
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 4-5 wks PTO, Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, 401K
Job Type: Full-Time 
Hours: 36 hrs. per week – Flexible # of days; one Saturday/mth. (NO overnights, Sundays, or on-call)
Sponsorship: Not Available
Relocation Assistance: Available

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Associate Veterinarian Description

Our client in the veterinary services industry is seeking Associate Veterinarians to join their hospital in Lancaster, PA, with a focus on urgent care. There are no overnight shifts or Sunday hours. In this role, you will deliver a personalized client and patient experience while practicing high-quality medicine in a collaborative, ethics-driven environment. The ideal candidate is an animal advocate who communicates clearly, exercises strong clinical judgment, and builds lasting trust with pet owners. To be successful, you must be compassionate, team-oriented, and committed to continuous learning. This is a great opportunity to join a non-corporate practice where pets are prioritized over profit, with access to modern equipment and technology, structured mentorship, and strong support for ongoing clinical growth.

Surgical Mentorship Program Available: This position provides the opportunity to do an intensive one-on-one surgical mentorship.

Associate Veterinarian Responsibilities

•    Provide emergency medical care, diagnosis, and treatment for canine and feline patients
•    Perform physical examinations and develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans
•    Manage emergency and urgent medical cases including trauma, toxicities, and acute illnesses
•    Interpret diagnostic tests including laboratory results, radiographs, and other imaging
•    Monitor hospitalized patients and adjust treatment plans based on clinical response
•    Triage emergency cases and initiate stabilization and critical care protocols
•    Perform emergency and urgent surgical procedures as indicated
•    Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans clearly with pet owners
•    Collaborate with veterinary technicians and hospital staff to deliver high-quality patient care
•    Maintain accurate medical records while following hospital protocols and best practices

Associate Veterinarian Qualifications

•    DVM/VMD from an accredited program is required
•    Active veterinary license in good standing is required
•    3+ years of experience as a practicing veterinarian is required
•    Willingness to work one Saturday per month is required