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Ameri Vet
Wells, Maine

Associate Veterinarian

Veterinarian 9.3 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

About Our Clinic

Wells Dog & Cat Hospital is a well-established small animal general practice in coastal Wells, Maine, providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats. Our established team creates a positive, collaborative environment focused on quality patient care and excellent client service. We also work closely with a local feline rescue, extending our care to cats awaiting homes.

Check us out at: Wells Dog & Cat Hospital

Clinic Snapshot

  • Practice type: Small animal general practice
  • Avg. daily patient volume: Approximately 12/day, with 30-minute appointments
  • Support staff ratio: 2.5 technicians: 1 doctor
  • Case mix: Wellness, preventative care, medical appointments, surgery, dentistry, and diagnostics
  • Technology & equipment: Digital radiography and digital dental radiography

Team culture: Experienced, supportive, and collaborative, with an established Associate DVM and dedicated support staff

Total Rewards & How We Invest in You

We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.

  • Starting salary: $130,000 annually + production
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program: earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
  • Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match

Four shifts per week, 8:00 a. m.–5:30 p. m., with negotiable weekdays

No late evenings, weekends, or emergency/on-call responsibilities

Employee pet discount for employees

What Makes Us Different

Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.

  • Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence.
  • We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
  • You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career

Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You are a veterinarian who is:

  • Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
  • Strong communication and client-education skills
  • Experienced veterinarian preferred, with skills in medical appointments and surgery
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a Maine veterinary license

About the Area

Known as “The Friendliest Town in Maine,” Wells blends coastal charm, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community with quality of life.

With beaches approximately 2.5 miles from the practice and nearby Ogunquit and Kennebunkport, our location offers scenic coastline, local seafood, and plenty to explore. Convenient access to Portland and the greater Boston area keeps larger-city amenities within reach.

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Macy Walker at macy.walker@amerivet.com anytime.

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 provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats in a collaborative small animal practice. Responsibilities include managing wellness appointments, performing diagnostics, and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with clients.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Client communicationCollaboration

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Maine is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.0% of Maine 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, 76% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Maine?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score9.3 / 10 · top 5% in veterinary medicineranked against 3,101 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost of livingMaine index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Maine25 active3,139 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 76% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 47% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 10% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,011 in the last 30 days513 the 30 days before (+97%)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 (3,101 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 Associate Veterinarian at Ameri Vet a 9.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,101 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

9 jobs
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<$105k
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$130k
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$140k-175k
3
$175k-210k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

21 jobs · 10 employers
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

GP-Associate Veterinarian-Lincoln Hills Veterinary Hospital

Dvm Launch · Lincoln Hills, California

$140k-$200k
#2

Veterinarian

Pure Paws Veterinary Care · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#3

Veterinarian

$160k-$180k
#4

Virtual Care Veterinarian (Remote)

$64-$80/hr
+ 19 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 9.3
Among the best 10% of Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,101 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • On-site
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About Ameri Vet

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Production bonus with no negative accrual
Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
Generous CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Flexible scheduling
Mentorship programs
Relocation assistance

Living in Wells

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$664k
Typical market rent
$2,064/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.9
State income tax
Up to 7.2%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Portland-South Portland, ME metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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