Associate Veterinarian
Compensation
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Job Description
Step into you next role at a respected small animal clinic with over 40 years of service. Located near scenic Lake Guntersville, our 2-DVM practice offers a supportive team, advanced equipment, and a strong community reputation.
About Us
- Trusted small animal clinic serving the Rainbow City community for over 40 years
- Conveniently located just 60 miles from Birmingham and near Lake Guntersville
- Full-service, 2-DVM hospital offering laser surgery, chemotherapy, ultrasound & more
- Known for high-quality medicine, preventative care, and compassionate service
What You'll Do
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of small animal cases, including surgery and dentistry
- Build long-term relationships with clients based on trust, communication, and education
- Help grow and maintain a strong clinic culture and positive reputation in the community
Requirements
- Licensed DVM in Alabama with 2+ years of clinical experience
- Proficient in internal medicine, surgery, and dentistry
- Strong communicator with a collaborative and patient-first approach
- Ready to step into a leadership role in a well-established, supportive environment
Benefits & Compensation
- Pro-sal compensation structure with generous base and production
- Signing bonus and relocation assistance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with shared premiums
- 401(k) with employer match, PTO, CE allowance + dedicated CE time
Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and treat a wide range of small animal cases, including performing surgeries and dental procedures. Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients through effective communication and education.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
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Living in Rainbow City
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $255k
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 85.7
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026).
BEA 2024 · Gadsden, AL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.