Veterinarian - Kitty Hawk, NC
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Job Description
Who We Are
Coastal Animal Hospital is looking for a veterinarian to join our team in beautiful Kitty Hawk, North Carolina! Our established, four-doctor practice provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to pets in the Outer Banks.
With experienced colleagues, a dedicated support team, and opportunities to explore your clinical interests, you’ll find room to grow while enjoying life on the coast. Experienced veterinarians and new graduates are welcome, and part-time opportunities are available.
Our stand-alone hospital features a surgical suite, dedicated radiology and treatment areas, a specialized dental suite, and an in-house pharmacy. We continue to invest in our practice, with additional exam rooms under discussion and a transition toward a paper-lite workflow planned. Our equipment includes:
- Ultrasound with Doppler
- Digital X-ray
- Therapeutic laser
- IDEXX in-house blood and urine diagnostics, including ProCyte, SediVue, Catalyst Dx, and VetLab UA
- Exam lift table with an integrated scale
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Our patient population is approximately 95% small animal and 5% exotics. Our veterinarians perform surgeries ranging from routine spays to exploratory procedures, and a board-certified orthopedic surgeon visits monthly. Members of our team also offer exotic pet care, house calls, and same-day appointments.
Doctors typically see approximately 20 patients daily, with standard 20-minute appointments and drop-off options for patients needing longer visits. We’re a welcoming team with many long-standing staff members, two licensed veterinary technicians, and two team members pursuing licensure.
With approximately two technicians or assistants per doctor, we encourage collaboration, questions, and continued learning. Monthly team dinners and local outreach keep us connected to one another and our community. New graduates receive mentorship that includes:
- Case discussions and guidance from experienced veterinarians
- Hands-on surgical training
- Longer appointment times during mentorship
- Support building confidence and managing their own patients
Schedule Highlights
Four Weekdays per Week
Eventual Saturday rotation every fourth to fifth Saturday, 8 a. m.–2 p. m., with an additional day off those weeks
- No required after-hours or on-call duties
- Optional after-hours emergency work for additional income
- Part-time opportunities available
What's in It for You
We support our veterinarians with superior salary, benefits including health and dental, 401(k), CE days, vacation, EAP, and more. If you are passionate about providing quality care and want to be part of a practice that values growth, we invite you to reach out to learn more! Email kunger@vetcor.com.
Where We Are
Life in the Outer Banks means beaches, boating, kayaking, and coastal charm. From historic lighthouses and Jockey’s Ridge to Corolla’s wild horses, there’s plenty to explore beyond the hospital.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to small animals and exotic pets. Collaborate with a support team to manage patient diagnostics, perform procedures, and maintain high standards of clinical care.
Requirements
Candidates must be qualified veterinarians, with both experienced professionals and new graduates encouraged to apply. The role requires a commitment to quality patient care and the ability to work within a collaborative team environment.
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Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina 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, 70% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.9 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,422 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $130k (middle half $123k–$140k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | North Carolina index 94.3 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in North Carolina | 99 active | 3,384 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 90% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | North Carolina healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 32% state a sign-on bonus · 10% offer loan repayment156 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,429 in the last 30 days | 501 the 30 days before (+185%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +7.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Kitty Hawk, NC at Coastal Animal Hospital a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,422 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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