The veterinarian will examine and treat companion animals to diagnose diseases or injuries, operating diagnostic equipment and interpreting results. Essential duties also include advising owners on preventative care, performing surgery, prescribing medication, and providing counsel on end-of-life care.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution and hold appropriate state licensure, along with eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD credentials. Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting patients up to 25 pounds alone or more with assistance, are also required.
postgraduate degreeCommunication SkillsDiagnostic Equipment OperationResult InterpretationSample CollectionPatient ExaminationMedication PrescriptionProfessional PresentationMedical Record MaintenanceSurgeryInjury TreatmentPreventative Care CounselingDisease DetectionEnd of Life Care CounselingVeterinary Ethics ComplianceTreatment Option Advising
Job description
Practice East Asheville Family Vet’s mission is to serve you and your pet.
Each of our patients receives personal care from a team of experts who will treat your pet like their own.
Our full-service clinic offers urgent care, wellness, sick visits, and puppy spay and kitten neuter services.
If you are in Asheville, Woodfin, Weaverville, or Swannanoa, check out our clinic located in Asheville.
We specialize in same-day & drop-off appointments to offer peak convenience.
We are lucky to work in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility with advanced diagnostic equipment.
We are now located in the heart of East Asheville!
Position Purpose We’re growing—and we’d love for you to grow with us.
East Asheville Family Vet is a trusted, two-doctor small animal practice rooted in compassionate, high-quality medicine and long-standing relationships with the Asheville community.
We’re excited to welcome a new Associate Veterinarian who’s ready to be part of something meaningful, supportive, and genuinely enjoyable.Here, you’ll have the opportunity to practice excellent medicine in a beautiful, well-established hospital alongside experienced doctors who are truly enthusiastic about mentorship and collaboration.
Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced DVM, you’ll be supported, encouraged, and empowered to practice at your best.
What you can expect A collaborative, two-doctor team that values mentorship and shared learning A welcoming environment for all experience levels—new grads encouraged to apply The ability to practice high-quality, relationship-driven medicine A reputation you can be proud to represent in the Asheville community A team that genuinely enjoys what they do and who they do it with Who we’re looking for A personable, motivated, and enthusiastic veterinarian Someone who values communication, teamwork, and client relationships A doctor eager to grow, learn, and contribute to a thriving practice culture If you’re looking for a place where you can practice great medicine, be supported by experienced colleagues, and truly enjoy coming to work—this could be your next home.
Come see why East Asheville Family Vet is one of the area’s most trusted veterinary practices.
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.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Flexible Work Schedules
Relocation Assistance
Licensure Reimbursement
Mental Health Resources
Bonus Incentives
Dvm Referral Program
Unlimited Personal Time
Managing Career Path Development
Ce Reimbursement
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 USD $115,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.
