Veterinarian - Experienced or New Grad
Compensation
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Job Description
Who We Are
Earlysville Animal Hospital in Earlysville, VA, is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our compassionate and collaborative team. We are primarily seeking an experienced veterinarian but may consider a motivated new graduate.
Mentorship opportunities include shadowing experienced doctors, extended appointment times, and one-on-one surgical training. Our full-time veterinarians typically work 3–4 days per week with rotating Saturdays and no after-hours or on-call requirements.
Experience and a strong interest in soft tissue surgery are highly preferred, as our practice is seeking a veterinarian who is confident performing surgical procedures and eager to further develop our surgical services.
Located just minutes from Charlottesville, our well-established, six-doctor small animal practice offers a supportive environment, excellent medical resources, and a team that genuinely cares about one another and the patients we serve.
About Our Practice
Our spacious, recently renovated hospital features six exam rooms, a dedicated surgical suite, and a large treatment area. We are equipped with:
- Digital radiography and dental radiography
- Ultrasound
- Therapeutic and surgical lasers
- Acupuncture services
- Four Licensed Veterinary Technicians and five veterinary assistants
Fear Free-trained Support Staff
Our team is passionate about providing exceptional veterinary care while maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment. We encourage continued learning through regular lunch-and-learns, team meetings, and opportunities for professional development.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and sign-on bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time
- Professional dues and licensing reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee pet care discounts
- Opportunities for professional growth
- We also prioritize work-life balance!
What's in It for You
If you're looking for a supportive team, a collaborative environment, and the opportunity to practice high-quality veterinary medicine, we'd love to hear from you!
Where We Are
Life in Earlysville, VA
Located in scenic Albemarle County, Earlysville offers small-town charm with convenient access to Charlottesville and the University of Virginia. Surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, the area is known for its wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and outdoor recreation. With Shenandoah National Park nearby and a vibrant dining and shopping scene in Charlottesville, it's a wonderful place to live, work, and explore!
Key Responsibilities
The associate veterinarian will provide high-quality medical and surgical care to small animal patients in a collaborative hospital environment. Responsibilities include performing soft tissue surgeries, conducting examinations, and participating in team-based patient management.
Requirements
The role is open to experienced veterinarians or motivated new graduates with a strong interest in soft tissue surgery. Candidates must be capable of performing surgical procedures and working effectively within a team-oriented practice.
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 82% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.9 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,130 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $140k (middle half $133k–$153k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Virginia index 101.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Virginia | 103 active | 3,168 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 82% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Virginia healthcare professional listings: 38% state a sign-on bonus (median $60k) · 14% offer loan repayment167 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 996 in the last 30 days | 523 the 30 days before (+90%)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 - Experienced or New Grad at Earlysville Animal Hospital a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,130 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
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