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Pickerington, Ohio

Veterinarian - Compassionate Care Animal Hospital

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian| Pickerington, OH

Compassionate Care Animal Hospital | Pickerington, Ohio

Are you a veterinarian looking for a supportive team, a positive work environment, and the opportunity to practice a mix of wellness appointments, surgery, and dentistry? Compassionate Care Animal Hospital in Pickerington, Ohio, is seeking a motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative veterinary team!

Whether you are an experienced veterinarian or a newer graduate looking to grow your clinical skills, we welcome you to explore this opportunity.

About Compassionate Care Animal Hospital

At Compassionate Care Animal Hospital, we are committed to providing high-quality veterinary medicine with a personal touch. We have proudly served the Pickerington community for years, emphasizing preventive care, client education, and compassionate service.

Our team of four veterinarians and dedicated veterinary support staff works together to create a collaborative, low-stress environment where doctors can share ideas, develop their skills, and deliver excellent patient care.

We value teamwork, strong client relationships, and individualized medicine that supports the health and well-being of every patient.

Responsibilities Include

  • Performing routine and elective surgeries based on your experience and comfort level.
  • Providing veterinary dental care, including dental cleanings and other appropriate dental procedures.
  • Conducting wellness exams, sick-patient appointments, and comprehensive physical examinations.
  • Diagnosing and treating medical conditions using appropriate diagnostics and treatment plans.
  • Delivering preventive veterinary care, including vaccinations, parasite prevention, and routine health screenings.
  • Educating pet owners on treatment options, preventive medicine, and ongoing patient care.

Collaborating with fellow veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

Contributing to a positive, team-oriented hospital culture while continuing to develop your medical, surgical, and dental skills.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a compassionate, team-oriented veterinarian who enjoys building client relationships and providing a variety of veterinary services.

Qualifications Include

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree.
  • Active Ohio veterinary license or the ability to obtain one.
  • Interest in small animal medicine, surgery, and dentistry.
  • Orthopedic surgery experience is a bonus
  • Strong communication and client education skills.
  • A collaborative approach to patient care and a commitment to high-quality veterinary medicine.
  • A desire to continue learning and growing professionally.

Schedule: Full Time, 4 days per week (Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri)

  • Alternating evening shift - every other Wednesday
  • No weekends

Benefits & Compensation

We believe our veterinarians deserve the resources, benefits, and support they need to thrive professionally and personally.

Our Compensation and Benefits Package Includes

  • Competitive base salary with production-based earning opportunities.
  • Sign-on bonus.
  • Relocation assistance, if applicable.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Continuing education (CE) allowance and paid CE time.
  • Collaborative mentorship and opportunities for professional development.
  • Why Practice in Pickerington, Ohio?

Located just southeast of Columbus, Pickerington offers the charm of a close-knit community with convenient access to the opportunities and amenities of a larger city.

Enjoy local parks, family-friendly neighborhoods, shopping, dining, and entertainment, all within easy reach of the greater Columbus area. Pickerington is an excellent place to build your veterinary career while enjoying life outside the hospital.

  • Join Our Veterinary Team!
  • If you're searching for an Associate Veterinarian job in Pickerington, OH, and want an opportunity to combine small animal appointments, surgery, and dentistry with a supportive veterinary team, we'd love to hear from you.
  • Apply today to learn more about joining Compassionate Care Animal Hospital!
  • Learn more about our hospital: compassionatecarepickerington.com

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 perform routine surgeries, dental procedures, and wellness examinations while diagnosing and treating medical conditions. They will also collaborate with the veterinary team to provide high-quality patient care and educate pet owners on treatment options.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree and possess an active Ohio veterinary license. Strong communication skills and a commitment to collaborative, high-quality veterinary medicine are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Diagnostic planning

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

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Better work-life than 30% of Veterinary Medicine listings

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  • No weekends

Living in Pickerington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$370k
Typical market rent
$2,244/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbus, OH 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
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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary with production-based earning opportunities
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO)
Continuing education (CE) allowance and paid CE time
Collaborative mentorship and professional development