Veterinarian - Taylorsville, UT
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Job Description
Who We Are
- West Lake Animal Hospital – Associate Veterinarian or Leadership Track
- Taylorsville, Utah
West Lake Animal Hospital in Taylorsville, Utah, is a well-established, highly regarded small animal and exotic-focused practice located just 15 minutes outside of Salt Lake City.
We are seeking an experienced Veterinarian to join our collaborative team, with the option to pursue a leadership path with training after spending time in the role.
This opportunity is ideal for a confident DVM who enjoys high-quality medicine, a supportive team, and a schedule that truly prioritizes work-life balance.
Why Join West Lake Animal Hospital?
- 38 years in the community with an outstanding reputation
- Supported by a loyal client base that values our thoughtful, high-quality care
- Known for quality, no-pressure medicine, friendly service, and low wait times
- Collaborative doctor team, each with 28+ years of experience
- Long-tenured support team members, several with 11+ years of service
Medicine & Facility
- GP with exotics – Canine, feline, pocket pets, reptiles/amphibians, and avian (seeing exotics is optional)
- Established referral relationships with multiple emergency and specialty hospitals
Updated Diagnostic and Laboratory Equipment, Including
- Digital radiography and digital dental radiography
- Full array of new Heska lab equipment
- New Element i+
- New microscope with Bluetooth-mounted camera
- Orthopedic equipment
- Ultrasound
Well-designed Clinical Space Featuring
Three exam rooms, surgery suite, separate x-ray room, and a private doctor’s office to support efficient workflow
Separate cat and dog entrances, helping reduce stress for our patients
Team & Culture
- A hardworking, close-knit team that maintains a relaxed yet professional environment, with collaboration and laughter throughout the day
- Work-life balance and self-care are actively encouraged
- We celebrate holidays and personal milestones, including birthdays and anniversaries
- Strong, experienced support staff, including 3 LVTs, with an overall support staff-to-doctor ratio of approximately 3.5:1
- Bilingual (Spanish) support, helping us better serve our diverse client community
- Schedule & Work-Life Balance
- 4-day workweek, with flexibility based on DVM preference
- Three-day weekends (Friday–Sunday off)
- No late nights, on-call, or emergency shifts
Appointment Times (Flexible Based on DVM Comfort-level)
- 15 minutes for routine appointments
- 30 minutes for sick visits
- Surgery and dentistry experience is required, with rotating surgery days
- Surgery is typically scheduled twice weekly (8am–12pm), with a 2-hour lunch break, followed by appointments in the afternoon
- Two-hour daily lunch breaks
- Leadership Track Opportunity
This Role Is Open To
Associate Veterinarians, OR
Veterinarians interested in a future leadership path, with training provided after spending time in the role and learning the practice
Benefits & Compensation
We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support both your career and personal well-being, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 50% employer match
- Paid parental leave
- CE allowance and time off
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Licensing & professional dues
- Liability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Leadership training and growth opportunities
Living in Taylorsville, Utah
Taylorsville offers the convenience of suburban living with quick access to Salt Lake City and the airport. Located near major roadways and everyday amenities, the area provides easy access to dining, coffee shops, and shopping, while also being within driving distance of world-class outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, and national parks.
If you’re an experienced Veterinarian looking for a supportive team, flexible schedule, and the option for long-term growth potential, we’d love to connect with you.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical and surgical care for small animals and exotic pets in a collaborative clinical environment. Participate in team-based patient management and potentially transition into a leadership role with provided training.
Requirements
Candidates must be experienced veterinarians with proficiency in surgery and dentistry. A confident approach to medicine and the ability to work effectively within a supportive, long-tenured team are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
General Practice Career Context
In Utah, the Veterinarian weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$126k (22 salary observations; 109 listings), vs ~$140k nationally (1,561 salary observations; 8,682 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.7 / 10 · top 5% in veterinary | ranked against 4,356 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinarian median $140k (middle half $130k–$163k)494 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Utah vs national | $126k median in Utah | $140k nationally (−10%)22 state / 1,561 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Utah index 98.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinarian listings in Utah | 40 active | 4,419 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 84% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Veterinarian pay trend | −6.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Taylorsville, UT at West Lake Animal Hospital a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Veterinary — ranked against 4,356 active Veterinary listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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