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Sherwood, Arkansas

Associate Veterinarian- North Hills Animal Hospital

Veterinarian 8.7 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian – Sherwood, AR (Near Little Rock) | 4-Day Work Week | No On-Call | Mentorship + Growth

North Hills Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our established small animal veterinary practice in Sherwood, Arkansas, just minutes from Little Rock. If you’re searching for a veterinarian job in Sherwood, AR or a DVM opportunity near Little Rock that offers work-life balance, mentorship, and strong earning potential, we’d love to meet you.

About Our Practice

North Hills Animal Hospital is a certified Fear Free and trusted full-service veterinary hospital in Sherwood, AR, providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality veterinary medicine while maintaining a strong focus on client relationships and patient care.

Our Services Include

  • Preventive and wellness care
  • Internal medicine
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Dentistry and diagnostics

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Associate Veterinarian who is passionate about small animal medicine, surgery, and client communication. This is a great opportunity for both experienced veterinarians and new graduates seeking mentorship to grow in a positive, team-focused environment.

  • Core Competencies
  • Small Animal Medicine
  • Preventive Care & Wellness
  • Companion Animal Health
  • Veterinary Diagnostics
  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Dentistry
  • Client Communication
  • Case Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Anesthesia & Pain Management
  • Digital Radiography
  • Ultrasonography
  • New Graduate Mentorship
  • Professional Development

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)

  • Active Arkansas veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
  • Successful completion of the NAVLE
  • Commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
  • Dedication to exceptional patient care and client service
  • Passion for continuous learning and professional growth

Why Join North Hills Animal Hospital?

  • 4-day work week for optimal work-life balance
  • No nights, no holidays, and no on-call hours
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment
  • Mentorship available for new graduates
  • Modern, well-equipped veterinary facility

Compensation & Benefits

  • We offer a highly competitive package designed to support your career growth and personal well-being:
  • VERY Competitive base salary (DOE)
  • Quarterly production (no negative accrual)
  • VERY Generous sign-on + retention bonus package
  • Relocation assistance (where applicable)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan options
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Paid time off + professional development support
  • Plus More!

Live & Work Near Little Rock

Located in Sherwood, Arkansas, just outside Little Rock, this area offers an affordable cost of living, great schools, and easy access to outdoor recreation, dining, and entertainment. It’s an ideal location for veterinarians seeking both career opportunity and quality of life.

If you’re looking for a small animal veterinarian job in Sherwood, AR or a rewarding DVM career near Little Rock with excellent benefits, mentorship, and work-life balance, apply today to join North Hills Animal Hospital.

Take the next step in your veterinary career—where compassionate care meets clinical excellence.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.

Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com.

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for small animals in a team-oriented environment. Responsibilities include managing patient cases, performing diagnostics, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution and possess an active Arkansas veterinary license. Applicants should demonstrate strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality, evidence-based medicine.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 90% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian- North Hills Animal Hospital at Western Veterinary Partners a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,108 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 8.7
Among the best 10% of Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,108 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • On-site

Living in Sherwood

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$220k
Typical market rent
$1,347/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.4
State income tax
Up to 4.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

4-day work week
No nights, no holidays, and no on-call hours
Very competitive base salary (DOE)
Quarterly production (no negative accrual)
Very generous sign-on + retention bonus package
Relocation assistance (where applicable)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan options