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Dvm Launch
Raleigh, North Carolina

Associate Veterinarian-Gp/ Urgent Care- Care First Animal Hospital

VeterinarianFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Are you a passionate veterinarian ready to take your career to the next level? We're seeking a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our incredible team! We believe in providing top-notch care to our furry friends while fostering a positive and supportive work environment.

What We Offer

Cutting-edge Facilities: Access to industry-leading and up-to-date equipment. Continuous Learning: Opportunities for education, professional development, and in-clinic training. Mentorship: Cultivate relationships with experienced veterinarians for guidance and support.

Work-Life Balance: Pursue your passion for exceptional animal care without sacrificing your personal life. Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise: Preventive Care: Proficient in preventive care medicine. Surgical and Dental Skills: Experience in general surgery and dentistry.

Adaptable: Thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment. Communication: Strong communication skills with clients and team members. Passion: Deep commitment to exceptional animal care. Collaboration: Effective collaborator within a team.

Requirements

DVM Licensure: Holds a current DVM licensure in the United States Time Off: Paid time off and flexible schedules for a healthy work-life balance. Health Coverage: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Employee Perks: Discounts on services, paid parental leave, and more.

Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth, mentorship, and training. Financial Wellness: 401K with company match. Continuing Education: Paid time off and allowance for continuing education. Licensure Coverage: Professional liability insurance and licensure coverage.

If you're ready to make a significant impact in the world of veterinary medicine and be part of a supportive and dynamic team, apply today!

Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us. Your passion for animals deserves the best!

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide high-quality preventive care, surgery, and dentistry services to patients. They will also collaborate effectively with the team and communicate clearly with clients to ensure excellent animal care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current DVM licensure in the United States. Experience in general surgery and dentistry is required, along with a strong commitment to professional development and teamwork.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Adaptability

Urgent Care Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 90% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinarian market look like in North Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedVeterinarian median $140k (middle half $130k–$150k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingNorth Carolina index 94.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinarian listings in North Carolina167 active4,574 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 90% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNorth Carolina healthcare professional listings: 38% state a sign-on bonus · 13% offer loan repayment167 active listings, Nov 2026
New Urgent Care listings438 in the last 30 days312 the 30 days before (+40%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 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.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

29 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

11 jobs · 7 employers
3
<$80k
2
$80k-115k
3
$115k-150k
3
$150k-185k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs · 7 employers
CME allowance
82% this job
Sign-on bonus
73%
401k / retirement match
73% this job
Relocation assistance
36%
Loan repayment
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$160k-$180k
#2

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#3

Associate Veterinarian – Piedmont Triad, North Carolina

$130k-$150k
#4

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+ 27 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 40% of Urgent Care (Veterinary) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 103 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Paid time off
Flexible schedules
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee discounts
Paid parental leave
401K with company match

Living in Raleigh

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$369k
Typical market rent
$1,572/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
98.2
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Raleigh-Cary, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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