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Fayetteville, North Carolina

Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$200k-$300k

The week · per this posting4-day week

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian (5+ Years' Experience)

Highland Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced small animal veterinarian with 5+ years of clinical experience, strong diagnostic skills, and high proficiency in ultrasound to join our established, high-volume hospital.

This is a medical-forward GP role within a walk-in practice environment. Our hospital already has strong surgical depth, and we are specifically looking for a veterinarian who enjoys internal medicine workups, abdominal ultrasound, preventative medicine, and practicing thorough, high-level medicine in a well-supported setting.

Highland operates as a busy walk-in practice, offering a dynamic caseload and the opportunity to see a wide variety of medical cases. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys problem-solving, diagnostics, and practicing high-quality medicine in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

  • 4-day work week (~33 hours per week)
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • True 7:1 FTE staff-to-doctor ratio
  • High case volume with strong support infrastructure
  • Salaried position with a long-term cash incentive structure that rewards production performance
  • Opportunity to practice high-level medicine that remains accessible to the community

This opportunity is best suited for an experienced clinician who values autonomy, strong support, and the ability to practice at a high level while remaining accessible to the community.

Compensation

$200,000–$300,000 total annual compensation potential based on productivity plus a long-term cash incentive tied to production

Top-performing associates in our model have the potential to earn up to $300,000 annually, depending on productivity

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Minimum 5 years of small animal clinical experience
  • Highly skilled and efficient in abdominal ultrasound; echocardiogram experience preferred
  • Strong interest in internal medicine
  • Comfortable managing complex cases
  • Excellent communicator who builds strong relationships with coworkers and clients
  • High-performing, production-minded clinician

About the Practice

Highland Animal Hospital was established in 1956 and has built a strong regional reputation for excellence. Our state-of-the-art 9,000 sq. ft. facility, opened in May 2019, is fully equipped with specialized spaces for cats, large dogs, ICU, surgical recovery, shelter quarantine, respiratory quarantine, and parvo quarantine.

We operate with a high support staff ratio and structured systems designed to allow doctors to focus on medicine rather than logistics. Our hospital supports both advanced medical diagnostics and strong surgical capabilities within a collaborative team environment.

This is not a churn-and-burn environment. It is a performance-oriented practice built for experienced veterinarians who want professional autonomy, excellent support, and meaningful income growth.

If you are an experienced GP who values strong technician support, diagnostic depth, and performance-based earning potential, we welcome a conversation!

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and reach out directly: Macy Walker, macy.walker@amerivet.com

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The associate veterinarian will perform medical workups, abdominal ultrasounds, and preventative care in a high-volume, walk-in practice environment. They are responsible for managing complex medical cases and providing high-level clinical care while maintaining strong client relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of small animal clinical experience and high proficiency in abdominal ultrasound. Strong interest in internal medicine and excellent communication skills are required for this role.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Small animal medicineClinical problem-solvingClient communicationHigh-volume practice management

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$250k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $265k in an average-cost state. 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, 74% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in North Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.7 / 10 · above average in veterinaryranked against 4,483 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$265k in purchasing powerNorth Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in North Carolina95 active3,088 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 90% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusNorth Carolina healthcare professional listings: 38% state a sign-on bonus · 13% offer loan repayment166 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings990 in the last 30 days495 the 30 days before (+100%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,483 Veterinary listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-Life Balance Distribution

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 5.7
Better work-life than 50% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Ameri Vet

Veterinary Services
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

4-day work week (~33 hours)
3 weeks paid vacation
7:1 staff-to-doctor ratio
Long-term cash incentive tied to production
401(k) with company match
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Student loan assistance

Living in Fayetteville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$204k≈ 1.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,362/mo≈ 8% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.0
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Fayetteville, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.