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Fisherville, Kentucky

Veterinarian - Fisherville, KY

VeterinarianNo callNo weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

Who We Are

Join Our Team at Elk Creek Animal Hospital in Fisherville, KY!

Be part of a modern, welcoming practice that values work-life balance and quality veterinary care.

About Us

At Elk Creek Animal Hospital, we're looking for a compassionate and skilled veterinarian to join our team. Located in Fisherville, KY, just outside of Louisville, we are part of a multi-location, full-service veterinary group that provides exceptional care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Our mission is to deliver excellent customer service and top-notch veterinary care at affordable prices.

We believe in a healthy balance between work and home life. We celebrate team events throughout the year, offer employee training programs, and make sure that every member of our team feels supported and valued. elkcreekanimalhospital.com

Our Facilities & Equipment

State-of-the-art technology: Digital X-ray, In-house Catalyst and Catalyst DX, Ultrasound, Endoscope, Incubator, and Laser equipment

Well-established practice: Serving the community for 18 years with 6 exam rooms, a fully equipped surgical suite, in-house pharmacy, and dedicated treatment areas

Supportive team: Our experienced, caring staff provides hands-on assistance with a 3-to-1 technician-to-doctor ratio, ensuring you have the support you need to thrive

Community Involvement

We are deeply committed to our local community and work closely with local animal shelters and rescue organizations. Our team is passionate about improving animal welfare and making a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

The Opportunity

This role is perfect for experienced veterinarians or new graduates! We are happy to mentor and provide training for a new graduate eager to learn and grow with us.

  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 4-day workweek with rotating half-day Saturdays and no on-call or after hours
  • Flexible Schedule: Part-time hours considered

Multi-location Option: While your primary base will be at our Fisherville, KY location, you can also choose to work at our Mt. Washington location (Elk Creek Animal Hospital of Bullitt County), though this is not required.

What's in It for You

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

  • Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, and Vision)
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • CE Allowance & PTO
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Dues & Liability Coverage
  • Employee Discounts

Mentorship & Growth Opportunities

  • Opportunity to learn from experienced veterinarians in a collaborative environment
  • Room for professional growth and advancement

Where We Are

Fisherville is a charming, small-town community just outside of Louisville, known for its proximity to historic Churchill Downs. The area offers an array of outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, kayaking at Taylorsville Lake, and enjoying premier walking and biking trails at the newly opened Parklands of Floyds Fork. You’ll also find outstanding golf courses, dining, and shopping options in the nearby Louisville area.

Join Our Team!

If you are a compassionate, dedicated veterinarian looking to work in a supportive environment that values community, work-life balance, and excellent patient care, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with Elk Creek Animal Hospital!

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality veterinary care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets while delivering excellent customer service. Collaborate with a supportive team to perform medical procedures and maintain a positive, professional environment.

Requirements

The role is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates who are compassionate and dedicated. Candidates must be willing to work in a collaborative, multi-location practice environment.

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineSurgeryEndoscopyPharmacy managementTeam collaboration

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 94% have no call, 98% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Kentucky?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.1 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $115k (middle half $83k–$135k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingKentucky index 90.2US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Kentucky28 active3,188 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 94% no call · 98% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 40% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,270 in the last 30 days492 the 30 days before (+158%)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 (3,083 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Fisherville, KY at Vet Cor a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,083 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

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Work-Life Balance Distribution

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 7.1
Better work-life than 70% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,083 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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  • No weekends
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Benefits & Perks

Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
401(k)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
CE Allowance
PTO
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Dues & Liability Coverage
Employee Discounts