Up to $50k Sign-on Bonus Package - Veterinarian - Hall Veterinary Clinic

Practice

Hall Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in the Gaylord, MI area. We provide compassionate care for dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rats, ferrets, hamsters, and rabbits. Our dedicated veterinary team is committed to ensuring the health and well-being of our community's cherished pets.

Position Purpose

 Associate Veterinarian

Hall Veterinary Clinic | Gaylord, MI

Compensation: $115K-$130K

Sign-on Bonus: Up to $50K

A Practice Where You’re Not Just Needed—You’re Truly Valued

If you’re looking for a veterinary role where you can slow down, connect, grow, and feel supported, this might be exactly what you’ve been hoping to find.

At Hall Veterinary Clinic, we’re building something intentional:A family-friendly, collaborative environment where quality medicine, mentorship, and team connection come first.

This is more than just filling a role—it’s about finding the right person to grow with us.

Why This Opportunity Feels Different

 Real Mentorship—Right From the Start

You’ll work closely with a DVM who is passionate about supporting fellow veterinarians in both medicine and confidence-building.

• Hands-on guidance tailored to your experience level
• Open, approachable leadership
• A safe space to ask questions, learn, and grow

Whether you’re a new grad or looking to rebuild confidence in a supportive setting, you won’t be doing it alone.

 A Culture That Feels Like a Team (Not a Workplace)

We’re proud of our family-oriented, supportive culture, where:

• People help each other—without hesitation
• Communication is open and respectful
• Your voice and ideas matter

You’ll be supported by a dedicated team including 3 veterinary assistants and a collaborative doctor group, with an additional experienced DVM rejoining the clinic soon.

 Quality Medicine, Thoughtful Pace

No rushing from room to room.

• 30-minute appointments for both wellness and sick visits
• 13–15 patients per day
• Time to connect with clients and practice medicine the way you were trained

Facility & Tools

• 5 exam rooms
• Dedicated surgical suite
• Dedicated dental suite
• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound (with growth plans for expanding in-house capabilities)
• Therapy laser
• Advanced in-house IDEXX lab (ProCyte Dx, Catalyst Dx/One, SediVue Dx, Coag Dx, SNAP Pro)
• ScribbleVet dictation software
• SignalPET radiology support

Schedule That Supports Your Life

• Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• No weekends
• No on-call

The Medicine

• Small animal + pocket pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, rats, hamsters)
• Preventative care, internal medicine, and general surgery
• Opportunity to help shape and grow services—especially ultrasound capabilities

What Makes This Practice Special

• A truly supportive, non-toxic environment
• Strong emphasis on mentorship and development
• A team that values balance, respect, and collaboration
• The opportunity to help shape the future of the practice

Who You Are

• DVM (or equivalent), licensed or eligible in Michigan
• Passionate about patient care and client relationships
• Open to mentorship and continuous learning
• Someone who values being part of a kind, collaborative team

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement 
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available

Pay Range