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Absecon, New Jersey

Associate Veterinarian (GP or ER)- Absecon Veterinary Hospital

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$110k-$150k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available!

Are you a passionate veterinarian ready to make a lasting impact through preventative care? Join a team that truly values your expertise and empowers you to thrive both professionally and personally.

At Absecon Veterinary Hospital, we’re growing fast and looking for a full-time General Practice Veterinarian who wants to do more than just treat patients—you want to lead the charge in proactive pet wellness for dogs, cats, and exotic pets alike!

Why Join Us?

Modern, High-Tech Facility: Work in a state-of-the-art hospital fully equipped to support high-quality diagnostics, treatment, and innovation.

Team Culture You’ll Love: Collaborate with a skilled, diverse, and supportive veterinary team that believes in mentoring, growing together, and delivering excellence.

Focus on Preventative Medicine: Champion wellness strategies that help pets lead longer, healthier lives—and educate clients along the way.

Relocation Made Easy: Interested in moving to South Jersey? We’ve got you covered with relocation support to make the transition seamless.

Competitive Pay & Perks: Enjoy a highly competitive salary, generous sign-on bonus, and a benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k, CE support, and more.

Professional Growth: Access robust continuing education opportunities and hands-on learning across a wide range of species.

Prime Location: Just minutes from the beautiful Jersey Shore—enjoy the perfect blend of work-life balance with access to beaches, boardwalks, nightlife, and small-town charm.

What You’ll Do

  • Deliver compassionate, high-quality care in preventive medicine, routine surgery, and diagnostics.
  • Collaborate with technicians and fellow veterinarians to ensure exceptional patient and client experiences.
  • Contribute to a positive, solutions-focused team culture.
  • If interested, see exotic pet cases and broaden your skills even further.

What We’re Looking For

  • DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
  • NJ veterinary license (or ability to obtain).
  • DEA license (or eligibility).
  • A strong communicator and a collaborative, team-oriented spirit.
  • Experience is welcome—but new grads with a passion for learning are also encouraged to apply!

About Us

Absecon Veterinary Hospital is proud to be part of a privately owned network of hospitals including Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, Pennsauken Animal Hospital & Urgent Care, and others across NJ and PA. Our practices are consistently recognized as Top Workplaces for their culture, career opportunities, and dedication to both employees and clients.

Whether you're drawn to urban energy, suburban comfort, or coastal relaxation, Absecon Veterinary Hospital's location offers something for every lifestyle. And with our broad caseload—including exotic pets!—you’ll never stop growing.

Benefits

  • Base Salary: $110,000-$150,000
  • Sign on bonus
  • Relocations assistance
  • Extensive Benefit Package
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA & FSA Options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Mental Health & Financial Wellness Support
  • Pet Care Discounts
  • CE Allowance + Paid Time Off
  • Scrub Allowance

Key Responsibilities

The associate veterinarian will deliver high-quality preventative medicine, routine surgeries, and diagnostics for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. They will also collaborate with the veterinary team to ensure exceptional patient care and contribute to a positive, solutions-focused hospital culture.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited university and possess or be eligible for an NJ veterinary license and DEA license. Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented spirit are required for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Veterinary careClient educationExotic pet careTeam collaboration

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 73% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $119k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Absecon

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$363k
Median resident rent
$1,807/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
98.9
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
HSA & FSA Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
Mental Health & Financial Wellness Support
Pet Care Discounts
CE Allowance + Paid Time Off