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Alliance Animal Health
Portsmouth, Ohio

Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

Compensation

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

Job Description

Company Description

At Shawnee Animal Clinic, we don’t just treat pets—we’re their heroes. As the top-rated mixed animal practice in Scioto County, we tackle everything from wagging tails to barnyard calls with expert care and a whole lot of heart. Our team delivers top-tier care with a commitment to high-quality medicine. With cutting-edge technology, an amazing team, and room to grow in your career, you’ll have everything you need to thrive.

Plus, with five consecutive wins for “Best Veterinarian” and “Best Boarding and Grooming Facility”, you’ll be joining a team that’s recognized for excellence. Find your home away from home at Shawnee Animal Clinic!

  • General Practice/Small Animal clinic with some exotics & mixed animal
  • 5 DVM practice with 2 dedicated RVTs and additional support staff
  • State of the art equipment - Ohio State University equipment

New Grad Mentorship – excellent mentorship opportunities, including extensive experience performing spay/neuter surgeries at nearby animal shelter

Incredible Benefits: SIGN-ON BONUS, RELOCATION ASSISTANCE, STUDENT LOAN ASSISTANCE, FUTURE OWNERSHIP OPTIONS, ETC!

  • We are proud to offer our clients comprehensive facilities and services for their pet’s care, including:
  • Three buildings housing Hospital Services, Boarding and Grooming, Dog Training, and On-site Cremation Services
  • In-House Diagnostics and Laboratory
  • Digital X-Ray, Ultrasound, Glaucoma Screening, Endoscopy and More
  • Laser and PRP Therapy Treatments
  • Learn More About Our Hospital!
  • Visit our website here!

Portsmouth, Ohio is perfect for exploring! Spend your weekends browsing downtown’s antique shops, strolling through the Main Street Farmer’s Market, or escaping to Shawnee State Forest for a scenic kayak trip—just 20 minutes away. Plus, with easy access to nearby cities like Cincinnati and Columbus, you get to enjoy peaceful living and the excitement of the city just a short drive away.

Job Description

  • Full Time, Part-Time or Relief Veterinarian
  • Proficient in general medicine, surgery and dentistry
  • Experience preferred but new graduates seeking mentorship are encouraged to apply!

We offer our veterinarians

Flexible Scheduling & Medical Autonomy

Comprehensive Benefits (paid vacation/sick time/holidays, health, dental, vision, liability, 401K, life & supplemental insurance, employee assistance program & personal pet care discounts)

  • Future Ownership Opportunities
  • Competitive Compensation
  • DVM Mentor Network
  • Paid CE Allowance & Professional Dues

#IND12

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
  • Active veterinary state license
  • Current DEA License preferred but not required
  • USDA Accreditation preferred but not required
  • Additional Information

We Are a DRUG-Free, Smoke-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive medical care, surgery, and dentistry for small, exotic, and mixed animal patients. Collaborate with a team of DVMs and RVTs to deliver high-quality medicine using state-of-the-art equipment.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Laser Therapy

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Alliance Animal Health ranks #2 of 10 employers hiring Veterinarian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Veterinarian Jobs

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Salary Distribution16 jobs

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$125k-150k
2
$170k
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$175k-200k
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$200k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks16 jobs

401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
81% this job
Sign-on bonus
75% this job
Relocation assistance
38% this job
Loan repayment
25% this job

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Work-life snapshot

2.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Portsmouth

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$110k
Median resident rent
$747/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Alliance Animal Health

Veterinary Services
Rye Brook, New York
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Student loan assistance
Future ownership options
Flexible scheduling & medical autonomy
Paid vacation/sick time/holidays
Health, dental, vision insurance
Liability insurance