Associate Veterinarian | Ocean Isle Veterinary Hospital | Sign On Bonus Available!

Position Purpose

At Ocean Isle Veterinary Hospital, we've built more than a veterinary practice—we've built lasting relationships with the families and pets in our community. Our clients know us, trust us, and return year after year because they know their pets are treated like family.

We're looking for an experienced Associate Veterinarian who values compassionate medicine, teamwork, and meaningful client relationships—and who wants to become part of a well-established practice with deep roots in a close-knit, family-oriented community. Here, you'll have the opportunity to practice comprehensive small animal medicine alongside a supportive team while enjoying the relaxed coastal lifestyle of Ocean Isle Beach. Think beach vacation without the crowds and chaos of a tourist destination—a place where life moves at a little slower pace, families put down roots, and the beach is part of everyday life.

Why You'll Love It Here

• A collaborative, supportive team culture

• Loyal clients who value and trust your care

• Opportunities to practice comprehensive small animal medicine

• A well-established hospital with deep community roots

• Coastal living just minutes from the beach

• A welcoming, family-oriented community with a relaxed, vacation-like lifestyle

This isn't just another veterinary job—it's an opportunity to become part of a hospital where relationships come first, your voice matters, and your work makes a lasting impact.

If you're looking for a place to grow your career while making a real difference in the lives of pets, their families, and the community, we'd love to meet you.

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