Sign on bonus and relocation assistance available! - Associate Veterinarian - All Creatures Animal Hospital
Listed compensation
$100K–$120K /yr base salary
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Job Description
Position Purpose
Associate Veterinarian (DVM) | All Experience Levels Welcome! | St. Joseph, MO
All Creatures Animal Hospital
Sign on bonus and relocation assistance available!
Ready to love where you work? All Creatures Animal Hospital in St. Joseph, Missouri is growing and we’re excited to welcome a veterinarian to our thriving small-animal practice!
We’re a full-service hospital providing medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats, backed by a skilled, supportive, and genuinely friendly team. Whether you’re a seasoned DVM or a new grad, you’ll find an environment here that encourages growth, collaboration, and great medicine.
Our practice stays busy (in the best way!), with a loyal client base and a diverse caseload that keeps every day interesting. You’ll have the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine while working alongside teammates who value communication, teamwork, and a shared passion for exceptional care—for both pets and their people.
Why St. Joseph? Step into a community full of charm and history! Known for its role in westward expansion and as the starting point of the Pony Express, St. Joe offers beautiful historic architecture, a welcoming vibe, and plenty to explore when you’re off the clock.
What We Are Looking For
- A DVM (or soon-to-be grad) with a valid license to practice in Missouri
- Strong communicator who enjoys collaborating with a team
- Passion for client education and high-quality animal care
- Eager to make a meaningful impact in a community-focused clinic
- Professional, positive, and personable with clients and colleagues
Benefits & Perks
- $100,000-$120,000 annual base salary
- Unlimited personal time (yes, really!)
- Bonus incentives
- Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
- Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
- CE and licensure reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
- Career path development and growth support
- Employee Assistance Program
- DVM Referral Program
- Mental Health Resources
Relocation Assistance Available
Let’s find your perfect fit. We’d love to learn what you’re looking for in your next role and show you what makes our team special. Let’s connect! We’re excited to meet you!
Pay Range
USD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will practice high-quality medicine, engaging in a varied caseload daily within a full-service small-animal practice offering medical, surgical, and dental care. The role requires delivering compassionate care to pets and supporting a strong client base through professional interaction.
Requirements
Candidates must be a DVM or soon-to-be graduate holding a valid license to practice in Missouri. Essential qualities include strong communication skills, a collaborative spirit, a love for client education, and eagerness to make an impact in a community-oriented clinic.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$110k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $121k in an average-cost state. 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $100k–$120k | Veterinary Medicine median $138k (middle half $123k–$155k)472 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$121k in purchasing power | Missouri index 90.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Missouri | 81 active | 3,169 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 68% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Missouri healthcare professional listings: 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 16% offer loan repayment102 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 998 in the last 30 days | 523 the 30 days before (+91%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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