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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Allegheny Veterinary Associates - Associate Veterinarian

Veterinarian 8.0 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian (DVM) – Allegheny Veterinary Associates | Pittsburgh, PA

Great Medicine. Great Team. Great Work-Life Balance.

Allegheny Veterinary Associates is seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our growing, multi-doctor small animal practice located just north of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We're a well-established hospital known for collaborative medicine, strong client relationships, and a supportive team culture.

We welcome veterinarians of all experience levels, including recent graduates, and provide the support and resources needed to help you succeed.

Why Join Allegheny Veterinary Associates?

  • Collaborative, team-oriented practice
  • Long-tenured support staff
  • Strong community reputation
  • Small animal-exclusive medicine
  • Modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities
  • Opportunity for continued professional growth

Interested in Orthopedics?

While orthopedic experience is not required, veterinarians with an interest in surgery will have the opportunity to gain exposure to advanced orthopedic procedures, including:

  • TPLO
  • Cruciate Ligament Repair
  • Fracture Repair
  • Core Competencies
  • Small Animal Medicine
  • Preventive & Wellness Care
  • Veterinary Diagnostics
  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Client Communication
  • Case Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Medical Record Documentation
  • Preventive Care
  • Professional Development

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent)
  • Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in Pennsylvania
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to high-quality patient care
  • Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
  • Passion for continued learning and professional growth

Schedule: Monday–Friday Only

  • 8- or 10-Hour Shifts
  • No Weekends
  • No On-Call Responsibilities
  • No Emergency Coverage

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Base Salary (DOE)
  • Quarterly Production with No Negative Accrual
  • Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • HSA Option
  • Generous PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • CE Allowance & Paid CE Days
  • Paid Licensing, Professional Dues & AVMA PLIT

Life Near Pittsburgh

Located just 12 miles north of downtown Pittsburgh, our hospital offers easy access to everything the city has to offer—from professional sports and award-winning restaurants to outdoor recreation, arts, and culture. Enjoy the benefits of a suburban community while remaining close to one of Pennsylvania's most vibrant cities.

Join Our Team

  • If you're looking for a veterinary career that offers a collaborative team, quality medicine, surgical learning opportunities, and exceptional work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.
  • Apply today to learn more about joining Allegheny Veterinary Associates.

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com.

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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Key Responsibilities

The associate veterinarian will provide high-quality medical, surgical, and preventive care to small animal patients. They are responsible for effective case management, clear client communication, and collaborative teamwork within the hospital.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 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, 80% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Pennsylvania?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.0 / 10 · top 25% in veterinary medicineranked against 3,072 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $140k (middle half $115k–$190k)23 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingPennsylvania index 97.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Pennsylvania129 active3,101 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 80% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusPennsylvania healthcare professional listings: 43% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 10% offer loan repayment224 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings962 in the last 30 days517 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+1.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,072 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Allegheny Veterinary Associates - Associate Veterinarian at Western Veterinary Partners a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,072 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

9 jobs · 6 employers
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<$80k
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$100k
4
$115k-150k
2
$180k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

25 jobs · 6 employers
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1-2
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Veterinarian

Pure Paws Veterinary Care · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#2

Veterinarian

Veterinary Practice Partners · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#3

Associate Veterinarian

$115k-$140k
#4

Associate Veterinarian – Western Pennsylvania

$100k-$130k
+ 23 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 8.0
Better work-life than 80% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,072 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Base Salary (DOE)
Quarterly Production with No Negative Accrual
Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
HSA Option
Generous PTO
Paid Parental Leave
CE Allowance & Paid CE Days

Living in Pittsburgh

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$229k
Typical market rent
$1,569/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Pittsburgh, PA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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