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Hartfield, Virginia

Veterinarian - Hartfield, VA

Veterinarian 8.7 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

Who We Are

Hartfield Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate Veterinarian to join our multi-doctor, community-focused practice in Hartfield, Virginia. Established in 1990, we’re known for combining high-quality medicine with exceptional client service — all within a supportive, collaborative environment.

  • We practice progressive, whole-patient care in a well-equipped hospital featuring:
  • Digital radiology
  • Ultrasound
  • Digital dental radiology

Surgical Laser

We’re also proud supporters of Middlesex Pet Friends for Life, helping pets in our community find their forever homes.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Whether you’re an experienced DVM or a new graduate seeking mentorship, you’ll find a team that truly supports one another. Collaboration is part of our culture — second opinions are welcomed, and work should be both rewarding and enjoyable.

Work/Life Balance Is a Priority

  • Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm
  • No weekends
  • No after-hours or on-call
  • Flexible scheduling options available

What's in It for You

  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Competitive salary
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • CE allowance + CE PTO
  • Professional dues & liability coverage
  • Paid time off
  • EAP, mentorship & growth opportunities

Where We Are

Nestled in scenic Middlesex County, Hartfield offers relaxed coastal living surrounded by the Rappahannock River, Piankatank River, and the beautiful Chesapeake Bay. With 135 miles of shoreline, it’s a haven for boating, fishing, crabbing, kayaking, and waterfront sunsets.

Residents enjoy a peaceful, tight-knit community, abundant wildlife, and easy access to outdoor recreation — all while being within driving distance of the larger Virginia metro areas such as Richmond, Newport News, and Virginia Beach.

Key Responsibilities

Provide veterinary care as part of a multi-doctor, community-focused animal hospital. Deliver progressive, whole-patient care and contribute to a collaborative practice focused on high-quality medicine and exceptional client service.

Requirements

The posting welcomes both experienced veterinarians and new graduates seeking mentorship. No specific degree, license, or other formal requirements are stated.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 90% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Virginia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.7 / 10 · top 5% in veterinary medicineranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $135k (middle half $130k–$150k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingVirginia index 101.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Virginia105 active3,329 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 90% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusVirginia healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $60k) · 11% offer loan repayment168 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,266 in the last 30 days492 the 30 days before (+157%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,083 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Hartfield, VA at Vet Cor a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,083 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

13 jobs · 10 employers
2
<$120k
1
$120k
3
$130k
7
$150k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

10 jobs
401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
80% this job
Sign-on bonus
60% this job
Relocation assistance
40%
Loan repayment
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Veterinarian - Grass Valley, CA

Vet Cor · Grass Valley, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Veterinarian- Orange County CA

Vet Cor · Tustin, California

$120k-$150k
#3

Veterinarian - Kennewick, WA

$130k-$150k
#4

Associate Veterinarian – Central Virginia

$120k-$150k
+ 34 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 8.7
Among the best 10% of Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,083 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights
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Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus
Competitive salary
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
CE allowance
CE PTO

Living in Hartfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$385k
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026).

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