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Description & Requirements
Eastern Shore Animal Hospital, a general practice hospital on the VA Eastern Shore in Painter, Virginia, is actively seeking a Veterinarian to join our team.
**$100K-$130K Base Salary (varies based on qualifications/experience)
**Recently listed on Newsweek's "America's Best Animal Hospitals" repost
https://www.newsweek.com/rankings/americas-best-animal-hospitals-2025
**Would love to speak with any bilingual candidate that could best support our Spanish-speaking community!!
About Us: Eastern Shore Animal Hospital is a leading veterinary practice dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to pets and their families. Our mission is to enhance the well-being of animals through personalized care, collaborative medicine within our team, and a commitment to excellence. We pride ourselves on our supportive work environment, where every team member plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional veterinary services. Our team is filled with compassionate coworkers who are smart, funny, and eager to learn. We are open 8:00 - 5:00, Monday through Friday, and half a day on Saturdays. We are located in a rural area of coastal VA (think beaches, fishing, kayaking, long walks on wooded trails).
Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Veterinarian to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for veterinary medicine and client education, excellent diagnostic and clinical skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient and client care. As a Veterinarian at Eastern Shore Animal Hospital, you will work alongside a team of dedicated professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment with a great culture. We are looking for someone who will take an active role in staff empowerment, who communicates well with coworkers and clients, and who embraces Fear Free Handling of pets. We are 100% welcoming to a New Grad.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive veterinary care for both wellness services and urgent care including examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with pet owners.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients through effective communication and education.
- Stay current with advancements in veterinary medicine and integrate new knowledge into practice.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Contribute to a positive and collaborative team atmosphere.
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution.
- Valid state veterinary license or the ability to obtain one.
- Strong diagnostic and clinical skills with a commitment to high-quality patient care.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Experience in general practice is preferred, but recent graduates are welcome to apply.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and flexible scheduling.
- Continuing education opportunities and professional development.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Location in the heart of Virginia Beach, only 20 minutes from Sandbridge Beach!
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000
