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Western Veterinary Partners
Jonesboro, Arkansas

Veterinarian- Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsNo callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$110k-$130k

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Job Description

  • Join the Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital Team: Where Compassion Meets Pet Care!
  • $110,000-130,000 Base Salary (Determined on experience)
  • Up to $75,000 Bonus Package

Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital (JFPH) is seeking a compassionate and motivated Veterinarian (DVM) to join our growing AAHA-accredited small animal hospital in Jonesboro, Arkansas. With one of our long-tenured veterinarians preparing for retirement, this is a unique opportunity to step into an established caseload within a supportive, collaborative environment.

Whether you’re a new graduate veterinarian seeking mentorship or an experienced DVM ready to grow your clinical interests, we welcome candidates who are committed to high-quality veterinary medicine, client education, and Fear Free patient care.

Candidates must be licensed in Arkansas or eligible to obtain an Arkansas Veterinary License.

Why Choose Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital?

At JFPH, compassion drives everything we do. As an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital practicing a Fear Free philosophy, we empower our veterinarians to deliver exceptional medicine while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

  • We offer the flexibility and hospital space to expand services, including:
  • Feline-focused medicine
  • Exotic pet care
  • Advanced soft tissue surgery
  • Dentistry

Special Interest or Niche Services

  • If you’ve been searching for a veterinary clinic that supports innovation and professional growth, this is your opportunity.
  • Core Competencies
  • Small Animal Medicine
  • Preventive Care & Wellness
  • Companion Animal Health
  • Veterinary Diagnostics
  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Dentistry
  • Client Communication
  • Case Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Anesthesia & Pain Management
  • Digital Radiography
  • Ultrasonography
  • New Graduate Mentorship
  • Professional Development

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)

  • Active Arkansas veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
  • Successful completion of the NAVLE
  • Commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
  • Dedication to exceptional patient care and client service
  • Passion for continuous learning and professional growth

What We Offer Our Associate Veterinarians

We believe in rewarding our veterinary team with a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package:

  • Competitive Base Salary + Production
  • Generous Sign-On Bonus
  • Housing Stipend (First 12 Months)
  • Flexible Scheduling Options
  • PTO with Rollover
  • Paid Parental Leave & Bonding Time
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (HSA Available)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Annual Continuing Education (CE) Allowance + Dedicated CE Days
  • Professional Development Support
  • Paid Licensing Fees & Membership Dues
  • AVMA PLIT Coverage
  • Structured Mentorship Program for New Grads and Experienced Veterinarians
  • Collaborative, Team-Oriented Culture
  • As a DVM at Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital, you will:

Provide comprehensive small animal veterinary care, including wellness exams, preventive care, surgery, urgent care, and diagnostics

Prioritize client communication and education, helping pet owners understand treatment plans and preventative strategies

  • Build long-term relationships with loyal clients
  • Collaborate with an experienced veterinary support team
  • Pursue your professional interests in specialized or focused areas of veterinary medicine

Our hospital culture emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and continuous improvement — ensuring you feel supported at every stage of your veterinary career.

Why Jonesboro?

Nestled in the heart of Northeast Arkansas, Jonesboro is a city that’s full of charm, history, and outdoor adventure. From quaint downtown eateries and eclectic shops to scenic lakes and parks, there’s always something to do. Whether it’s cheering on the Red Wolves at Arkansas State University, exploring the Crowley’s Ridge National Scenic Byway, or relaxing at Lake Frierson State Park, life here is a perfect blend of small-town comfort and big-city perks.

And with just an hour’s drive to Memphis and two hours to Little Rock, Jonesboro offers the best of both worlds, a peaceful, close-knit community with easy access to larger cities.

If you’re ready to find your work home in a place that values compassion, community, and continuous growth, we’d love to meet you. Join us at Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital, where you’ll make a difference every day, and we’ll make sure you’re happy doing it!

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  • Where pets and people come first!

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.

Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

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

Provide comprehensive small animal veterinary care including wellness exams, surgery, and diagnostics while prioritizing client education. Collaborate with the support team to maintain high-quality patient care and build long-term client relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution and possess an active Arkansas veterinary license. Applicants should demonstrate strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to Fear Free patient care.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Evidence-based medicine

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $138k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Arkansas 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, 94% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian- Jonesboro Family Pet Hospital at Western Veterinary Partners a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,108 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.

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Sign-on bonus
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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 7.5
Better work-life than 80% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,108 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Jonesboro

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$214k≈ 1.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,336/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
85.9
State income tax
Up to 4.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Jonesboro, AR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary + production
Generous sign-on bonus
Housing stipend (first 12 months)
Flexible scheduling options
PTO with rollover
Paid parental leave & bonding time
Medical, dental & vision insurance (HSA available)
401(k) retirement plan