Associate Veterinarian, Ow

VeterinarianIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$100K - $120K

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

  • Associate Veterinarian
  • Location: Pinecrest Animal Hospital - Owosso, MI
  • Visit our website: pinecrestvetonline.com
  • Join Our Compassionate Team at Pinecrest Animal Hospital!

About Pinecrest Animal Hospital

Pinecrest Animal Hospital has been part of the Owosso community since 1953. For decades, families have trusted us not only with routine care, but with the advanced surgeries and complex cases that other clinics send our way. That reputation is something we’re proud of and continue to build on every day and shows in our 4.8 star rating on Google. In order to continue to provide this level of care to our patients, we are seeking another Associate Veterinarian to join our team!

Both new and experienced veterinarians are welcome and encouraged to apply!

We’re a busy practice with five exam rooms, a surgery suite with three tables, a dental suite, digital radiography, and a strong technician-to-doctor ratio. But at the heart of our hospital is Dr. Kenny Rangi. He’s carried on his father’s legacy here, growing Pinecrest into a practice known for high-quality medicine and strong community trust.

  • Wellness Care: Preventive veterinary care to keep pets healthy.
  • Dental Care: Comprehensive dental services to maintain oral health.
  • Surgery: A variety of surgical procedures performed with the utmost care.
  • In-House Laboratory: Advanced diagnostic capabilities for quick and accurate results.
  • Emergency & Urgent Care: Immediate response for emergencies.

Responsibilities

As an Associate Veterinarian, your role will include:

  • Performing thorough physical examinations and diagnostics.
  • Developing and implementing treatment plans.
  • Conducting surgical procedures and dental care.
  • Educating clients on preventive health care and nutrition.
  • Collaborating with our skilled veterinary team to ensure the best outcomes for patients.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM): Degree from an accredited institution.
  • Licensure: Active and in good standing to practice in Michigan.

Experience

Open to recent graduates and experienced veterinarians; mentorship is available.

Skills

  • Strong diagnostic, surgical, and communication abilities, with a passion for patient care and teamwork.
  • Why You’ll Love Working With Us
  • Unmatched Benefits of Joining Pinecrest Animal Hospital
  • Excellent Salary & Benefits Package with a Salary Guarantee: $100,000 - $120,000 + 20% Production
  • Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  • Professional Growth: Annual CE allowance, dedicated CE-specific time off, and access to MentorVet for peer support and training.
  • 401k Match: 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 3%.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling (4 days/week!) and generous 3 weeks PTO
  • Supportive Team Environment: Join a practice where collaboration and mentorship are valued.

About Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP)

Pinecrest Animal Hospital is proudly partnered with Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP), a vet-founded and operated network focused on empowering local practices to thrive. Unlike many corporate groups, AVP is not private equity-backed, allowing us to prioritize long-term success and the well-being of our teams.

AVP provides operational resources while preserving the unique identity of each clinic. As a proud supporter of Not One More Vet (NOMV), AVP is dedicated to promoting mental health, wellness, and professional growth in the veterinary community.

If you’re ready to grow your career, work with a supportive team, and make a meaningful impact in the Owosso community, apply today to join Pinecrest Animal Hospital as an Associate Veterinarian! All communications will remain confidential. If email is preferred, please contact Deanna@youvetpartner.com

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Client Education

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$110k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $114k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Michigan?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$100k–$120kVeterinary Medicine median $140k (middle half $123k–$160k)444 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$114k in purchasing powerMichigan index 96.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Michigan95 active3,407 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 76% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusMichigan healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 10% offer loan repayment125 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,234 in the last 30 days503 the 30 days before (+145%)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.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

12 jobs · 7 employers
3
<$140k
4
$140k-160k
3
$170k
1
$185k
1
$200k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

12 jobs · 7 employers
Sign-on bonus
92% this job
401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
83% this job
Relocation assistance
67%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 2.1
Better work-life than 10% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,392 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
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About Associated Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Jersey City, NJ
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Salary Guarantee: $100,000 - $120,000 + 20% Production
Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
Annual CE allowance
Dedicated CE-specific time off
Access to MentorVet
401k Match: 100% match on first 3% and 50% match on next 3%
Flexible scheduling (4 days/week!)
Generous 3 weeks PTO

Living in Owosso

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$203k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Median resident rent
$784/mo≈ 9% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.0
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Lansing-East Lansing, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.