Veterinarian
Listed compensation
$115k-$130k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Now Hiring: Veterinarian – Decatur, AL
$30,000 Sign-On Bonus | $115,000–$130,000/year (DOE)
Love great medicine, a Fear Free approach, and a clinic that actually feels like home? Join our warm, home-style veterinary practice in Decatur, AL—where teamwork, mentorship, and work-life balance truly matter.
- Why You’ll Love It Here
- Fear Free–certified, low-stress environment
- Cozy, home-like clinic with modern diagnostics (in-house lab, digital X-ray, ultrasound)
- Strong surgery and dentistry caseload
- Last appointment at 4:10 pm—your evenings stay yours
- Supportive team that welcomes new grads and experienced DVMs alike
Perks & Benefits
- $30,000 sign-on bonus
- Unlimited PTO + bonus incentives
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401(k) or Roth with match
- CE & licensure reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling, relocation assistance, and mental health resources
Why Decatur?
Nestled along the Tennessee River, Decatur offers small-town charm, outdoor recreation, and a lively festival scene—perfect for building both a career and a life.
If you’re ready to love where you work and feel supported every day, apply now. We’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality veterinary medical care within a home-style clinic environment. Perform surgical and dental procedures while collaborating with a supportive team.
Requirements
The position is open to both new graduates and experienced veterinarians. Candidates should be comfortable with or willing to adopt a Fear Free approach to veterinary medicine.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$123k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $138k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 47 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 57% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Veterinary Solut!ons Services ranks #6 of 10 employers hiring Veterinarian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
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Living in Decatur
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $232k≈ 2.0× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,118/mo≈ 12% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 21 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 87.2
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Decatur, AL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.