Associate Veterinarian - Kingwood, WV
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Job Description
Mountainland Animal Hospital – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together
Kingwood, West Virginia
Position: Associate Veterinarian | Full-Time or Part-Time
At Mountainland Animal Hospital, we believe exceptional veterinary medicine starts with people who genuinely care. Located in the welcoming community of Kingwood, West Virginia, our hospital is dedicated to providing compassionate, quality veterinary care while building meaningful relationships with the pets and families we serve.
We're looking for a Full-Time or Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our team! Whether you're looking to grow your career, find a better work-life balance, or become part of a community where you can make a lasting impact, we'd love to get to know you.
We understand that every veterinarian has different goals, both professionally and personally. That's why we're excited to explore a schedule that works for you while supporting the needs of our patients and team.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Small-Town Charm, Meaningful Connections – Enjoy the opportunity to build lasting relationships with clients and become a trusted part of a close-knit community.
- Full-Time or Part-Time Flexibility – We recognize that life outside the hospital matters, too, and we're open to discussing a schedule that aligns with your goals.
- Practice Medicine with Purpose – Make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them.
- Collaboration and Support – Be part of a team that values communication, respect, and working together to provide excellent patient care.
- The Freedom to Be You – Bring your individual interests, experiences, and approach to veterinary medicine to a hospital that values what makes each doctor unique.
Life in Kingwood, West Virginia
If you love the outdoors, beautiful scenery, and the charm of a welcoming small town, Kingwood might be exactly what you're looking for!
Nestled in the scenic mountains of Preston County, Kingwood offers a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by the natural beauty of West Virginia. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, fishing, camping, and exploring nearby destinations like Coopers Rock State Forest and the Cheat River area.
Just a short drive from Morgantown, home to West Virginia University, Kingwood offers the best of both worlds: the comfort of small-town living with access to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and college-town amenities.
Whether you're looking to put down roots, raise a family, or simply enjoy a slower pace of life, Kingwood offers plenty of reasons to call it home.
The Mountainland Animal Hospital + CVP Difference
Mountainland Animal Hospital is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners (CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and culture, we're united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people—starting with the people on our teams.
That means giving our doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.
- Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations.
- Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 140+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
- Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey, our platform for confidential support for you, your family, and friends.
- Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team.
- Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement programs.
Sound Like Your Kind of Place?
Let's talk!
Whether you're interested in a full-time position or a part-time opportunity that gives you more flexibility, we'd love to learn what matters most to you.
Come discover how you can build a rewarding veterinary career while enjoying everything Kingwood, West Virginia, has to offer.
We can't wait to meet you!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
Provide compassionate and high-quality veterinary care to patients while building strong relationships with clients. Collaborate with the hospital team to ensure excellent patient outcomes and maintain clinical standards.
Requirements
The role requires a qualified veterinarian capable of practicing medicine with autonomy and a commitment to team-based care. Candidates should be interested in working in a community-focused, small-town clinical environment.
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for West Virginia is 89.5 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.5% of West 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, 92% have no call, 94% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $143k (middle half $125k–$163k)470 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | West Virginia index 89.5 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in West Virginia | 24 active | 3,421 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 92% no call · 94% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,252 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+154%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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