Full-Time Associate Veterinarian at McKean Veterinary Hospital
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Job Description
The world has changed, so we’ve reimagined what it looks like to be a full-time veterinarian.
McKean Veterinary Hospital has grown from a mobile large-animal practice founded in 1998 into a full-service veterinary hospital caring for dogs, cats, and small mammals. Today, our team provides comprehensive medical and surgical care with a focus on clear communication, practical guidance, and taking the time to understand each pet’s individual needs.
We’re looking for a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our team and help us continue providing thoughtful, compassionate care to the pets and families of McKean and the greater Erie area. This is an opportunity for a veterinarian who values strong client relationships, quality medicine, and a down-to-earth approach to patient care.
Why McKean Veterinary Hospital?
At McKean Veterinary Hospital, we provide care throughout every stage of a pet’s life, from wellness exams, vaccinations, and parasite prevention to dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, and treatment of more complex medical conditions. Our hospital offers on-site laboratory testing, digital radiography, and ultrasound to help our doctors get answers efficiently and make informed treatment decisions.
Our surgical capabilities include routine procedures as well as soft-tissue, orthopedic, oral, urinary, and other more advanced procedures. When a case requires care beyond what we provide in-house, our team works to connect clients with a trusted specialist.
We also care for small mammals and provide specialized dental care for small pets such as rabbits and rodents, giving veterinarians the opportunity to see a diverse range of patients.
Our Location
McKean offers a quieter community setting while keeping the amenities and recreation of Erie close by. Spend your time outdoors at McKean Community Park, head into Erie for a day along the waterfront, or explore Presque Isle State Park, where you can hike, bike, swim, fish, and enjoy Lake Erie. Erie Bluffs State Park is another nearby destination, with Lake Erie shoreline, 90-foot bluffs, and plenty of space to get outside.
Our Culture
At McKean Veterinary Hospital, the team takes a thoughtful, straightforward approach to veterinary care. The website emphasizes clear communication, practical guidance, and taking the time to understand both the medical needs of a pet and what is happening in that pet’s day-to-day life. Our doctors bring a variety of clinical interests to the practice, including ophthalmology, internal medicine, dentistry, ultrasonography, preventive care, and urgent care medicine.
The result is a team-oriented environment where veterinarians can bring their own interests to the practice while working together to provide consistent, compassionate care.
Our Technology
McKean Veterinary Hospital combines comprehensive primary care with in-house diagnostic capabilities and a broad range of medical and surgical services. The hospital offers laboratory testing, digital X-rays, ultrasound, dental radiography, surgical monitoring, and access to outside laboratory and specialist consultation when needed.
Current Clinic Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Email me at suzanne.blair.burtner@suveto.com [suzanne.blair.burtner@suveto.com] for a confidential conversation or book an appointment on my calendar here.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes
- Generous salary commensurate with experience
- Production Earnings
- No Negative Accrual or non-compete
- Flexible Scheduling and generous PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Granted equity via Suveto’s Veterinary Stock Ownership Plan (VSOP®)
- 401k with company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- And more!
We Believe in Veterinary Ownership
VSOP® is an innovative way to have ownership in your hospital. It will provide you with the tools to grow both financially and professionally, without upfront monetary investment. As the hospital grows from your hard work and dedication, so will the value of your VSOP®.
Suveto Hospital Network
At Suveto, we’re on a mission. We’re here to empower vets like you (yes, you) to take ownership of the profession for a better veterinary future.
Key Responsibilities
The associate veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for dogs, cats, and small mammals. They are expected to maintain strong client relationships and provide thoughtful, compassionate care throughout all stages of a pet's life.
Requirements
Candidates must be qualified veterinarians capable of performing routine and advanced medical procedures. The role requires a commitment to clear communication and a collaborative, team-oriented approach to veterinary practice.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 66% have no call, 52% require no weekends.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Full-Time Associate Veterinarian at McKean Veterinary Hospital at Suveto 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 3,003 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.
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