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Ameri Vet
Southfield, Michigan

Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130k-$140k

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Job Description

About Our Clinic

Luv-N-Care Animal Hospital is preparing for a carefully planned reopening with new leadership and a rebuilt team. This offers associate veterinarians a rare equity opportunity to join a practice from the beginning, rather than inheriting a full caseload or outdated systems.

Bring in new services and species! The possibilities are endless.

  • As an associate, you’ll be part of a clinic that is:
  • Intentionally staffed before reopening
  • A walk-in only clinic
  • Supported by strong technician coverage

Offering You Equity in Your Future

To support this relaunch, we are offering a base salary range of $130,000–$140,000, with production and additional incentives, plus a $30,000 sign-on bonus for the right Associate DVM who is excited to help build the clinic’s next chapter.

Check us out at: luvncarevet.net

  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • $130,000–$140,000 annual salary + production bonus
  • $30,000 sign-on bonus
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
  • Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Eager to grow in their field.

About the Area

Located in Southfield, Michigan the clinic offers suburban convenience with easy access to Detroit and the greater Metro Detroit area. The region is known for short commutes, affordable living, diverse dining and culture, and quick access to parks, lakes, and outdoor recreation—making it an ideal place to live and work.

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Stina Radinovic at cradinovic@amerivet.com

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The associate veterinarian will provide medical care to patients in a walk-in clinic setting and contribute to the growth of the newly reopened practice. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality veterinary services and collaborating with a strong technician team to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Clinical practicePatient careSurgeryDiagnosticsClient communicationTeam collaborationMedical record keepingPreventative careEmergency care

General Practice Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $140k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 43 active General Practice listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 72% have no call, 49% require no weekends.

General Practice pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 50% of Veterinary listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,436 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Southfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$256k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,584/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Ameri Vet

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Production Bonus
$30,000 Sign-On Bonus
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No Negative Accrual
Generous CE Allowance
Paid Licenses and Professional Dues
Referral Bonus Program
Flexible Scheduling