Veterinarian - West Gardiner, ME
Compensation
Pay not listed
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the pay range, the work setting, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Who We Are
At Home Veterinary Care is seeking a compassionate and full-time dedicated veterinarian to join our thriving companion animal practice. Whether you're an experienced DVM or a new graduate looking for strong mentorship, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
We are committed to providing exceptional medical care while building lasting relationships with our clients. We take pride in educating pet owners and partnering with them to deliver the highest quality care for their beloved companions. Our loyal and engaged client base allows us to practice medicine the way it should be practiced—with time, trust, and collaboration.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Our modern, well-equipped facility offers comprehensive services, including:
- Wellness and preventive care
- Surgery
- Digital radiography
- In-house diagnostics
- House calls
And Much More
You'll be supported by a highly skilled and long-tenured team that is dedicated to making each day efficient, productive, and enjoyable. Our experienced technicians and assistants bring decades of expertise from shelter medicine, emergency and critical care, and general practice settings, allowing our veterinarians to focus on providing outstanding patient care.
Work-Life Balance Matters
- We believe that great veterinary medicine starts with a healthy and happy team.
- No on-call responsibilities
- No emergency hours
- Opportunity for a dedicated surgery day
- Opportunity to perform house calls
- Collaborative environment with experienced mentors and colleagues
Location
Enjoy the best of both worlds! Our practice is located just 15 minutes from Augusta, Maine's state capital, with easy access to Portland and Boston. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being just a short drive from both the mountains and the ocean, offering year-round recreational opportunities.
Benefits
- We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Competitive Salary
Generous Signing Bonus
- Medical Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement Plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development: CE allowance, dues, and liability coverage.
- Paid Time Off
Join Our Team
Our practice is built on a positive, wellbeing-focused culture where team members are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. We'd love the opportunity to tell you more about what makes At Home Veterinary Care such a special place to work.
Apply today and discover a veterinary career where you can thrive professionally while enjoying the lifestyle you deserve.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive medical care for companion animals, including wellness exams, surgery, and diagnostic services. Educate pet owners and collaborate with a skilled team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
Requirements
The position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates seeking mentorship. Candidates must be compassionate and dedicated to building strong client relationships.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Maine is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.0% of Maine clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 94% have no call, 90% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $140k (middle half $123k–$163k)442 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Maine index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Maine | 34 active | 3,329 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 94% no call · 90% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 36% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,266 in the last 30 days | 492 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 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - West Gardiner, ME at Vet Cor a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,083 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Top Veterinarian Jobs
35 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
7 jobs · 6 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
35 jobs · 6 employersHigher = better work-life balance
Veterinarian - Grass Valley, CA
Vet Cor · Grass Valley, California
Veterinarian- Orange County CA
Vet Cor · Tustin, California
Veterinarian - Kennewick, WA
$130k-$150kRidgewood Animal Hospital - Veterinarian
$130k-$130k