Associate Veterinarian | Columbia, SC

Imagine youre being invited to join a team of trailblazers shaping the future of veterinary care. Picture a dynamic, fast-growing organization where innovation and compassion are at the core of everything we do. Thats Truss Vet.

In just a few short years, weve gone from an idea to a thriving veterinary urgent care platform, and were not stopping anytime soon. With three successful clinics and a fourth on the horizon, were redefining how pets and their people experience care. With our Columbia location set to launch in the fall/winter of 2025, this is your chance to grow with us and be part of something transformative.

At Truss Vet, were on a mission to elevate the human-animal bond by removing barriers to compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Our urgent care clinics are tailored to pets with non-life-threatening issues that dont belong in the ER but cant wait for a regular vet visit. Think of us as the sweet spot between general practice and emergency carea place where we deliver exceptional medical outcomes while ensuring a better quality of life for our team.

Heres where you come in: as a veterinarian at Truss Vet, youre more than a doctor. Youre a clinical and cultural leader who sets the tone for patient care, client experience, and team well-being. Youll:

• Practice the highest standards of medicine while embracing a growth mindset.

• Foster a collaborative, fun, work-hard/play-hard team environment.

• Exceed client expectations with empathy, professionalism, and a touch of humanity.

• Help shape the culture and care standards of a clinic thats quickly becoming a standout in the industry.

Were a young organization, which means theres tons of room to innovate, build, and leave your mark. Whether youre looking for the thrill of startup energy or the stability of a growing organization, Truss Vet offers both. Youll be joining a team thats passionate, supportive, and determined to make a differencefor pets, their people, and each other.

So, what do you think? Are you ready to be part of the next chapter of Truss Vets journey?

Youre a great fit if:

• Someone would describe you as proactive, detail-oriented, timely, organized, productive, analytical... and still a people person! Bonus points if you can move things with your mind!

• You have a growth mindset; you never stop learning, and youre constantly looking for ways to advance yourself, your career, and your team

• You want to work for a company that has a big vision and ambitious plans for growth, and you want to be a part of helping achieve that growth

• You want to make a difference in the world, have an impact on peoples lives, and change the future of animal healthcare for the better

• You love working in teams and find that youre able to relate to people of all types (yes, people are gross, but you didnt choose vet med because you love animals and hate people)

• Youre willing to get your hands dirty; no task is beneath you, youre entrepreneurial and a servant leader

• You provide energy to the people youre around because youre generally a happy, positive, optimistic person (after interacting with you, people feel energized vs. drained)

• You are licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in the state of SC

• You read our core values (below) and they overlap with your personal values

We believe in:

• Excellence in medicine and the highest reasonable standards of care

• Providing our teams the resources to be happy and successful

• That every pet deserves to live its best life (Except for that one chihuahua... jk)

• 3-day workweeks

• Going home on time

• No abusive noncompetes

• Building a supportive team that you want to hang out with even on your off days (but well never make you)

• Treating people like we want to be treated

• Compensation and benefits that help people live well

• Working hard and pursuing excellence while still having fun

A little bit about our clinic:

• For too long, veterinary hospitals have been off the beaten path, sequestered to old strip centers, or simply too hard to find. Pets have become family members, so why shouldn't veterinary clinics be located where family members shop, work, and dine? And why shouldn't veterinary teams get to work in beautiful, safe, and vibrant locations?

• Were outfitting the facility with brand new, industry-leading equipment (Idexx CBC/chemistry, automated fecal/UA, digital cytology, and on-site enzyme analysis), Idexx digital radiography, ultrasound, fully cloud-based and mobile technology solutions, and a modern aesthetic reflective of todays best healthcare environments

• Our Fear-Free clinic will include a command center, dedicated feline exam room, comfort room, respite/breastfeeding room, staff break room, radiology suite, and a spacious treatment area

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary, no negative accrual

• Health/vision/dental insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance

• 3 weeks PTO plus 5 holidays for full-time doctors

• A generous CE stipend with guaranteed coverage for 1 major conference per year

• Parental leave

• 401K match

• Payment of all professional dues/licenses/association memberships/VIN/PLIT

• Commitment to professional and personal development through mentorship

• Pet care discounts and uniform allowance

• No boarding, grooming, or on-call!

Our Values:

• Compassion:
  We treat every pet like its our own, every client like theyre our friend, and every team member like we would want to be treated.

• Accountability:
  Our team is the engine that changes lives; we are driven by a desire to succeed and hold each other accountable to that success.

• Conscientiousness:
  Our standards are reflected in every choice we make, and even the smallest actions may profoundly impact others; the details matter!

• Adaptability:
  Growth requires change so we value creativity, embrace new ideas, and welcome new challenges.

• Openheartedness: Directness, honesty, and empathy in communication; we care enough to have tough conversations, and we handle tough conversations with care.

• Positivity: Were endlessly optimistic, we encourage collaboration, we empower and elevate each other, and we have fun doing it!