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Toms River, New Jersey

Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$95k-$145k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

About Our Clinic

At Coastal Veterinary, we’re proud to be a long-standing part of the community, known for building strong client relationships and providing high-quality medicine with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Located in beautiful coastal New Jersey, our hospital offers the opportunity to practice advanced general medicine and surgery alongside a loyal client base and a team that has worked together for years. We’re currently seeking an experienced veterinarian to help continue the legacy of care as one of our tenured doctors prepares for retirement.

  • Check us out at: Coastal Veterinary Website
  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: Small Animal General Practice
  • Avg. daily patient volume: 16-18 appointments/day, surgery days 10-13 appointments/day
  • Support staff ratio: 1:1 to 1:1.5 DVM-to-tech ratio

Case mix: Wellness, diagnostics, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, advanced surgical procedures, and preventative care

  • Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, in-house diagnostics, surgical suite, dental services
  • Team culture: Collaborative, community-focused, long-standing team with strong client loyalty
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • $95,000-$145,000 base salary + production bonus
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
  • Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • What Makes Us Different

Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.

Advanced surgical opportunities: We’re looking for a doctor comfortable with advanced soft tissue procedures, including mass removals, cystotomies, enucleations, and other complex surgeries.

Established community presence: Our hospital has built a loyal following over many years and remains a trusted part of the community.

Collaborative support: Work alongside a team that values communication, consistency, and high-quality patient care.

Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You are a veterinarian who is

  • Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
  • Comfortable practicing advanced general medicine and surgery
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Approximately 5+ years of experience preferred
  • Strong diagnostic and advanced surgical skills preferred
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
  • Strong communication and client-education skills

About the Area

Coastal New Jersey blends waterfront living, beach-town charm, and an easygoing lifestyle with access to major metropolitan areas. Enjoy local restaurants, outdoor recreation, boating, and beautiful shoreline communities while still being within reach of Philadelphia and New York City.

  • Let’s talk about your next opportunity
  • Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Macy Walker at macy.walker@amerivet.com anytime.

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At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.

Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.

  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide high-quality general medicine and advanced surgical care to a loyal client base. They will collaborate with a long-standing team to maintain strong client relationships and ensure excellent patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

In New Jersey, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$138k (38 salary observations; 47 listings), vs ~$129k nationally (595 salary observations; 1,526 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

3.6/ 10
Listing-based score

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

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Living in Toms River

  • Median 3-bed home ≈ 5.4× annual pay
  • Typical rent ≈ 37% of gross pay
  • Residents' average commute 30 min
  • State income tax up to 10.8%

Zillow 3-bed ZHVI/ZORI 2026-08 · Census ACS 2023 5-year. City-level figures for Toms River; pay comparison uses the listing's gross annual figure. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Production bonus
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No negative accrual
Generous CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Flexible scheduling
Relocation assistance