Pays $130k-$150k — Veterinarian market median is ~$150k (606 jobs) · Above average in Veterinary Medicine for work-life (5.7/10, vs 3,709 in this specialty)
Associate Veterinarian
About the Role
Emergency-only practice near the Crystal Coast, NC. $130k-$150k plus production. Sign-on up to $100k.
Join AmeriVet as a Emergency Veterinarian – Sign-On Bonus in Havelock, NC.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $130K - $150K
- Up to $100k signing bonus
- Production bonus
- LTI Cash Program
- CE allowance
- Paid licenses and professional dues
- Referral bonus program
- Relocation assistance
- 401k with company match
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No weekends required.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers weekends off. Work with AmeriVet in Havelock, NC.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality urgent medical and surgical care for small animals during nights, weekends, and holidays. Collaborate with the medical team and referring veterinarians to ensure continuity of care and maintain strong client relationships.
Requirements
Must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university. Requires a compassionate, client-centered approach and strong communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine — healthcare professional Career Context
In North Carolina, Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$122k across 59 listings, vs ~$128k nationally (2,252 listings).
North Carolina's cost-of-living index is 95.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $147k in an average-cost state — North Carolina ranks #5 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Associate Veterinarian position at Ameri Vet includes the following lifestyle factors: no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.7/10 on work-life balance for Veterinarian roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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