Associate Veterinarian | Paid Relocation Available
Listed compensation
$110k-$130k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Company Description
- Benton Veterinary Hospital
- Associate Veterinarian | Benton, Arkansas | Mentorship | Medical Autonomy
You’re a veterinarian who wants to practice high-quality veterinary medicine with medical autonomy, meaningful mentorship, and a path toward future ownership.
At Benton Veterinary Hospital, you’ll join a collaborative two-doctor small animal practice with daily rounds and case collaboration, offering $110,000–$130,000 annually and a sign-on bonus up to $100,000.
This full-time opportunity requires a DVM degree or equivalent from an accredited university and an active Veterinary State License and current DEA License, or the ability to obtain both upon hire.
Who We Are
Benton Veterinary Hospital is an established, progressive small animal veterinary hospital serving Benton, Arkansas, for more than 65 years. Our practice has built lasting relationships with generations of pets and their families, providing comprehensive veterinary care that includes wellness and preventive care, surgery, urgent care, high-speed dentistry, and chronic disease management. Additional services include cryotherapy, therapeutic laser treatments, and acupuncture.
Our DVM team works closely together through daily rounds and regular case consultations. The partner doctor enjoys mentoring veterinarians and helping them develop their clinical skills, while technicians are encouraged to fully use their abilities. Leadership maintains an open-door approach and supports professional growth and team wellbeing. Dress-up days, holiday parties, and time together outside work contribute to a welcoming atmosphere with a sense of humor.
Recent renovations reflect continued investment in the hospital and its team. Our facilities include five exam rooms, a dedicated comfort room, ample kennel space, and a surgical suite with two surgery tables. An IDEXX in-house laboratory, digital radiology, cytology, and a therapeutic laser support diagnostic evaluation and patient care.
Job Description
As an Associate Veterinarian, you will:
- Practice a broad range of small animal veterinary medicine, including wellness, preventive care, urgent care, and chronic disease management.
- Perform surgery and dentistry.
- Develop diagnostic and treatment plans for your patients.
- Build long-term client relationships through clear communication and compassionate care.
- Collaborate with fellow DVMs and support staff through daily rounds and case consultations.
- Help deliver a positive experience for both patients and clients.
This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys clinical variety, values teamwork, and wants to continue developing their skills in a supportive veterinary hospital.
What We Offer Veterinarians
- Annual salary of $110,000–$130,000
- Sign-on bonus up to $100,000
- Relocation assistance and student loan assistance
- Mentorship from the partner doctor and access to a strong DVM mentor network
- Medical autonomy to practice high-quality veterinary medicine
- Leadership and career growth opportunities
- Future ownership opportunities through our Partner Track program
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Paid CE allowance and professional dues
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- 401(k) options
- Liability coverage
- Life and supplemental insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Personal Pet Care Discounts
- Access to veterinary equipment and diagnostics, including an IDEXX in-house laboratory and digital radiology
- Life in Benton, Arkansas
Benton offers a close-knit community with farmers markets, festivals, parades, and events in its historic downtown. Little Rock is a short drive away for dining, entertainment, shopping, and cultural attractions, while nearby Hot Springs adds opportunities to explore the region.
For those who enjoy the outdoors, the area offers hiking, biking, boating, camping, and access to lakes and trails. Our hospital is located at 1311 Military Rd, Benton, AR 72015.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university
- Active Veterinary State License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- Current DEA License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
Additional Information
At Benton Veterinary Hospital, we believe great veterinarians thrive in environments where they feel supported, trusted, and challenged in the right ways. If you are looking for an Associate Veterinarian role where you can continue growing while making a real impact, we would love to connect with you.
Apply today.
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Compensation: USD 110000 - USD 130000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will perform a broad range of small animal medical services, including surgery, dentistry, and chronic disease management. They will also collaborate with the DVM team through daily rounds and build long-term relationships with clients.
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 Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $138k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $110k–$130k | Veterinary Medicine median $143k (middle half $125k–$163k)450 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$138k in purchasing power | Arkansas index 86.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Arkansas | 39 active | 3,443 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 64% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $100k sign-on · loan repayment | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 40% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 10% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,282 in the last 30 days | 483 the 30 days before (+165%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +1.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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