Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$125K - $165K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Associate Veterinarian

Position Type: Full-Time Associate Veterinarian
Salary: $125,000 – $165,000 per year base + production bonus (negotiable based
on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: Available
Location: 487 State Route 94, Columbia, NJ 07832
Schedule: 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays; closed Sundays

Animal Mansion Veterinary Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to
provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to a variety of animal
patients. Our practice combines a supportive, collaborative team environment
with opportunities for career growth, continuing education, and potential
partnership.

Whether you are an experienced veterinarian or looking to expand your skills,
you’ll find mentorship, state-of-the-art resources, and a culture that
prioritizes both professional and personal well-being.

What to Expect

* Work-life balance: 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays; hospital closed
on Sundays.
* Strong support team: Experienced and tenured staff provide the assistance
needed to deliver excellent patient care.
* Comprehensive benefits, including:
* Health, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) plan
* Paid time off and paid CE days
* CE allowance
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Coverage of state licensing, AVMA PLIT, and professional dues
* Sign-on bonus and pet care discounts

* Partnership opportunities: Through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP), join a
network of 235+ partner veterinarians across 168 locations with operational,
marketing, and financial support to focus on medicine.

Requirements

* Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited
institution
* Active veterinary license in good standing in the state of New Jersey

About Animal Mansion Veterinary Hospital

Animal Mansion Veterinary Hospital is located in the historic Hainesburg
Mansion, built in 1828, blending Victorian charm with state-of-the-art
veterinary care. The hospital fosters a family-oriented atmosphere where pets
are treated like family and every visit is designed to be a comfortable,
compassionate experience.

Our highly skilled veterinary team is supported by experienced technicians and
staff, ensuring excellent patient care and a collaborative, supportive
workplace. The practice provides medical, surgical, and dental care with a
commitment to top-tier service, continuous learning, and professional growth.

We are dedicated to celebrating all forms of diversity and creating an inclusive
environment for our team and the community we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to a variety of animal patients. The role includes working with a knowledgeable support staff to ensure excellent patient care.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

SurgeryAnimal CareTeam CollaborationClient CommunicationTime Management

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 48 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 77% have no call, 65% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$145k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $133k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Veterinarian Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution12 jobs

4
<$165k
4
$165k-190k
1
$200k
1
$220k
2
$240k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs

CME allowance
92% this job
401k / retirement match
92% this job
Sign-on bonus
83% this job
Relocation assistance
58%
Loan repayment
17%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#4

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Work-life snapshot

2.8/ 10
Listing-based score
  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Columbia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$464k
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.0
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Animal Mansion Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary
COLUMBIA, New Jersey

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Paid CE Days
CE Allowance
Employee Assistance Program