Associate Veterinarian

Carolina Forest Animal Clinic – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together

• Position: Associate Veterinarian
• Full Time
• Practice Type: Small Animal | General Practice
• Jacksonville, NC

At Carolina Forest Animal Clinic, we’re proud to be a cornerstone of the Jacksonville community. For 14 years, we’ve been dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while building lasting relationships with the pets and families we serve. Our team takes pride in delivering excellent medicine in a supportive, collaborative environment where every patient and every team member matters.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A trusted part of the Jacksonville community for 14 years, caring for generations of pets with warmth and expertise
• A dedicated, highly skilled support team that makes your day smoother, more rewarding, and enjoyable
• A modern, well-equipped facility that empowers you to practice your best medicine
• A culture built on respect, collaboration, and a shared love for animals—and the people who love them
• Strong community connections, from local shelter partnerships to events that bring pets and people together

Life in Jacksonville, NC

Jacksonville offers the best of both worlds—small-town warmth and access to coastal adventure. Whether you love relaxing on sandy beaches, exploring lush forests, or enjoying great local dining and shopping, Jacksonville has something for everyone. This growing North Carolina community blends natural beauty with modern conveniences, making it a fantastic place to live, work, and thrive.

Carolina Forest Animal Clinic is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners (CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and culture, we’re united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people—starting with the people on our teams. That means giving our doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.

Carolina Forest Animal Clinic + CVP Difference

• Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations.
• Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 148+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
• Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey, our platform for confidential support for you, your family, and friends.
• Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team.
• Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement programs.

And through CVP’s shared values — Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand — we create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.

Other Benefits of Our Community

• Sign-on Bonus and Relocation assistance available.
• No Negative Accrual EVER.
• Generous PTO + Paid Parental Leave – Because burnout is out and balance is in.
• Yearly CE Funds + Paid Time Off Just for CE – Learn, grow, and level up without burning your vacation days.
• We Cover the Fees – State licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT? Handled.
• 401(k) Match + Equity Opportunities – Real wealth-building, not just a paycheck.
• Pet care discounts so your own pets get the royal treatment they deserve.
• Team Recognition Programs – From shout-outs to bonus rewards, we love giving credit where it’s due. (We see you, tech and support staff)

Our doctors enjoy a competitive base salary with monthly production compensation and no negative accrual, meaning you will never owe money back if production fluctuates. This structure rewards growth, efficiency, and strong medicine – offering true unlimited earning potential.

Sound Like Your Kind of Place?

Let’s talk. You’ll do medicine that matters, with people you’ll actually want to hang out with, in a place that supports your growth. Whether it’s this practice or one of the other 150+ clinics in our community, I’d love to hear about what’s most important to you in your next role and see if we have a great fit!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.