Associate Veterinarian
Listed compensation
$120k-$160k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Make more meaningful moments with us at Bernville Veterinary Clinic!
Associate Veterinarian | Meaningful Medicine. Lasting Relationships.
- Small Animal (Exotics Welcome) General Practice + Surgery
- Full Time Preferred but open to Part time and Relief
- $120-130k Base + Monthly Production Opportunity and No Negative Accrual
- Up to $60k Sign-On Bonus Available!
- Bernville, PA
Bernville Veterinary Clinic is looking for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys the variety of general practice, values meaningful relationships with clients, and believes great medicine starts with having the freedom to do what's best for each patient.
Serving the pets and families of Berks County since 1990, Bernville Veterinary Clinic is an established small-animal practice offering everything from preventive care to dentistry, surgery, and diagnostic imaging. We're looking for a confident, compassionate veterinarian who enjoys practicing independently, brings their own clinical strengths and interests to the table, and is excited to become part of the hospital's next chapter.
Why You'll Love Working at Bernville Veterinary Clinic
- Meaningful Medicine, Every Day: Enjoy the variety of small-animal general practice, from wellness to dentistry, surgery, and diagnostic cases.
- Clinical Independence: Bring your experience, judgment, and medical interests to a hospital that values individualized patient care.
- Established Client Relationships: Join a community practice that has been caring for local pets and families for decades.
- Tools to Do More: Digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory testing, and surgical capabilities support a broad range of medical services.
- An Opportunity to Make an Impact: Join Bernville during an important new chapter and contribute your ideas, experience, and perspective to the hospital's continued success.
- Professional Growth: Continue developing your clinical skills and interests with CE support and access to a broader community of veterinary professionals.
Life in Bernville, PA
Located in beautiful Berks County, Bernville offers the charm of small-town Pennsylvania living with convenient access to Reading and the surrounding region. Spend your days off exploring Blue Marsh Lake, hiking scenic trails, enjoying nearby parks, or discovering local shops and restaurants. With plenty of outdoor recreation and a quieter pace of life, Bernville offers an appealing balance between meaningful work and life outside the hospital.
The Bernville Veterinary Clinic + CVP Difference
We’re part of the Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) fam — a veterinarian-led community of hospitals that believe in medical autonomy, support, and growth. That means:
- Creative Compensation Packages: Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations and never include negative accrual.
- Expansive Network: Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 150+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision + 24/7 Mental Health Support – Because you deserve to be taken care of, too.
- Clinical Autonomy: Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team that has your back.
- Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship: Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement programs.
And through CVP’s shared values: Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand. We create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.
Other Benefits of Our Community
- Competitive compensation with $120,000–$130,000 base salary + Monthly Production Bonus Opportunity
- No Negative Accrual, Ever. Monthly Bonus and Reset.
- Up to $60,000 sign-on bonus + relocation assistance available
- Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
- Starting at $2,500 annual CE allowance + 3 paid CE days
- Paid licensing and fees (state license, DEA, AVMA PLIT, VIN & more)
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 24/7 mental health support options
- 401(k) with match + Equity Opportunities
- Pet care discounts + most IDEXX labs at no cost, because your own pets deserve the best care too
- Team Recognition and Incentive programs that celebrate all hospital support staff monthly
Want More Meaning in Your Career?
At Bernville Veterinary Clinic, you'll have the opportunity to practice comprehensive medicine, build lasting client relationships, and make a meaningful impact in a community that has trusted our hospital for decades.
If you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a place where your clinical experience is valued and your work makes a difference, I'd love to learn what matters most to you and explore whether Bernville could be the right next step in your veterinary journey.
CVP does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive small animal general practice care, including wellness exams, dentistry, and surgical procedures. Maintain high standards of medical care while building lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
Requirements
The candidate must be an experienced veterinarian capable of practicing independently in a general practice setting. A strong commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centered care is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $143k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $120k–$160k | Veterinary Medicine median $135k (middle half $115k–$200k)20 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$143k in purchasing power | Pennsylvania index 97.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Pennsylvania | 131 active | 3,112 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 72% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania healthcare professional listings: 42% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 11% offer loan repayment224 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +1.1% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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