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Delphos, Ohio

Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

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Job Description

Full or Part Time Associate Veterinarian - Small Animal Kessen Veterinary Clinic

About Our Clinic

At Kessen Veterinary Clinic, we are proud to provide comprehensive veterinary care to the pets and horses of Delphos, Ohio, and the surrounding communities.

As a thriving mixed animal practice, our experienced team is passionate about delivering exceptional medicine while fostering meaningful relationships with clients and supporting one another in a collaborative, family oriented environment.

We are looking to add a DVM who is passionate about helping the small animals of our community!

  • Check us out at: kessenvetclinic.com
  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Get a quick look at what makes Kessen Veterinary Clinic a great place to practice:
  • Practice type: Mixed Animal (Opening for small animal DVM)
  • Avg. daily patient volume: 15-18 appointments per DVM
  • Support staff ratio: 2 techs per DVM

Case mix: Wellness and preventive care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, equine sports medicine, chiropractic care, orthopedics, urgent care, and mixed animal medicine.

Technology & equipment: In house laboratory, digital radiology, dental radiographs, dental equipment, surgical laser, therapy laser, and modern diagnostic equipment with access to specialty referrals when needed.

Team culture: Collaborative, compassionate, teaching focused, and committed to providing high quality care across multiple species while supporting professional growth.

  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • Competitive annual salary plus production bonus
  • Up to $25,000 in signing and retention bonuses
  • DVM Long Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program with annual bonuses based on production
  • No negative accrual. We reward performance without penalizing slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize your earnings
  • Generous CE allowance plus paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program. Bring great talent to our network and get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling, mentorship opportunities, and strong work life balance
  • Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

Practice a diverse caseload: Whether your passion is companion animal medicine, equine care, or both, you'll enjoy a wide variety of medical and surgical cases every day.

Advanced services: Our doctors have interests in orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, ultrasonography, sports medicine, animal chiropractic, dentistry, and rehabilitation, allowing you to continue learning alongside experienced colleagues.

Collaborative medical team: Join a talented group of veterinarians with diverse backgrounds and clinical interests who work together to provide exceptional patient care and mentorship.

Modern facility: Equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical technology, you'll have the tools you need to practice high quality medicine while maintaining medical autonomy.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Eligible for veterinary licensure in Ohio

About the Area

Located in northwest Ohio, Delphos offers small town charm, affordable living, and a welcoming agricultural community. With easy access to Lima, Fort Wayne, Toledo, and Dayton, you'll enjoy the perfect balance of peaceful country living and convenient access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreation. Whether you enjoy horseback riding, fishing, hiking, or simply becoming part of a close knit community, Delphos is a wonderful place to call home.

Let's Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Stina Radinovic at cradinovic@amerivet.com anytime.

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The associate veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for small animals in a collaborative, mixed-animal practice environment. Responsibilities include performing wellness exams, diagnostics, surgeries, and dentistry while fostering strong client relationships.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Small animal medicine

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, 90% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Ohio?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.6 / 10 · above average in veterinaryranked against 4,390 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $135k (middle half $110k–$153k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingOhio index 92.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Ohio110 active3,099 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 90% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,390 Veterinary listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

14 jobs · 9 employers
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<$90k
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4
$160k-195k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

14 jobs · 9 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
64% this job
Sign-on bonus
57% this job
Relocation assistance
43% this job
Loan repayment
21% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 3.6
Better work-life than 30% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,949 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Ameri Vet

Veterinary Services
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive annual salary plus production bonus
Up to $25,000 in signing and retention bonuses
DVM Long Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No negative accrual
Generous CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Flexible scheduling

Living in Delphos

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$216k
Median resident rent
$812/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.7
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Lima, OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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