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Plaistow, New Hampshire

Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian

Plaistow-Kingston Animal Medical Center

About Our Clinic

Plaistow-Kingston Animal Medical Center is a well-established small animal general practice in Kingston, New Hampshire, proudly serving the community since 1976. With a 4.6-star Google rating, our team is known for delivering compassionate, dependable care in a collaborative and supportive environment. We value strong client relationships, high-quality medicine, and teamwork at every level.

  • Check us out at: pkamc.com
  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: Small Animal GP
  • Avg. daily patient volume: Busy, established caseload
  • Support staff ratio: Strong technician and CSR support
  • Case mix: Wellness and exams, dentistry, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, diagnostics, pain management, nutrition, and behavioral counseling
  • Technology & equipment: In-house diagnostics, digital imaging, surgical and dental suites
  • Team culture: Collaborative and community-minded, with this role supporting expanded access to care by working at least two Saturdays per month.
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • Starting salary of $120,000 plus production
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support
  • Generous CE allowance plus CE PTO
  • Paid licenses, professional dues, and PLIT coverage
  • PTO and generous holiday schedule
  • Flexible scheduling with some Saturday coverage (9:00 AM–12:00 PM)
  • Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

  • Medical autonomy: Practice high-quality medicine your way with full clinical support
  • Robust support: Skilled technicians, dedicated CSRs, and an experienced DVM team
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network and get rewarded
  • Customized CE programs and clear career pathing
  • A team culture that prioritizes collaboration and continuity of 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
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and thoughtful, high-quality medicine

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
  • Strong communication and client-education skills
  • Ability to lift 40+ lbs

About the Area

Kingston blends small-town charm with easy access to New Hampshire’s Seacoast and major cities. Located near Portsmouth and within commuting distance to Boston, the area offers scenic landscapes, outdoor recreation, strong schools, and a welcoming community.

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Macy Walker at Macy.Walker@amerivet.com anytime.

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

Provide high-quality small-animal veterinary care, including wellness visits, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, pain management, nutrition, and behavioral counseling. Build lasting client relationships and collaborate with the clinic team, including providing Saturday coverage at least twice per month.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary Patient CareClient Relationship BuildingWellness and ExaminationsSoft Tissue SurgeryClinical Decision-MakingCompassionate Care

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New Hampshire is 104.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in New Hampshire?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $140k (middle half $123k–$159k)409 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingNew Hampshire index 104.2US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in New Hampshire38 active3,088 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 90% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 51% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings990 in the last 30 days495 the 30 days before (+100%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

14 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

11 jobs · 8 employers
4
<$140k
3
$150k
2
$180k
2
$200k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

14 jobs · 8 employers
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1-2
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3-4
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Associate Veterinarian (Part-Time)- Bayside Animal Hospital

Dvm Launch · Granite Bay, California

$140k-$200k
#2

Associate Veterinarian- GP/ Urgent Care- Lombard Veterinary Hospital

Dvm Launch · Lombard, Illinois

$140k-$200k
#3

Veterinarian

$160k-$180k
#4

Veterinarian

$160k-$180k
+ 12 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
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About Ameri Vet

Veterinary Services
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Starting salary of $120,000 plus production
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No negative accrual
Generous CE allowance plus CE PTO
Paid licenses, professional dues, and PLIT coverage
PTO and generous holiday schedule
Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available
401k retirement savings plan with company match

Living in Plaistow

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$571k
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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