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Associate Veterinarian

American Veterinary Group·Cramerton, North Carolina

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The Associate Veterinarian will manage a diverse caseload, including surgeries and routine appointments, while providing relationship-based care to patients and clients. They will also collaborate with the clinical team and support staff to foster a positive and professional hospital environment.

Associate Veterinarian Department

  • General
  • Practice
  • Hospitals
  • Employment
  • Type:
  • Full
  • Time
  • Location: Lineberger Veterinary Hospital

Description Come join this fantastic team with solid community ties. Sign-On Bonus of $60,000!

Ready to elevate your career?

Lineberger Veterinary Hospital is excited to add you as an Associate Veterinarian!

Our team located in Gastonia, North Carolina prides themselves on their collaborative culture that integrates a variety of medical and surgical cases (routine spays and neuters, abdominal surgeries, mass removals, eye and ear surgeries, and many more!), while supporting you in your professional aspirations.

This position would be a great opportunity for all experience levels.

State-of-the-art equipment: digital x-ray, cold/therapy laser, and more!

Close knit team who loves doing fun activities together outside the hospital!

Minutes from charming historic Belmont and 30 minutes from Downtown Charlotte

Key Responsibilities Serve patients and clients with a relationship-based approach Collaborate and engage with the clinical team and leadership Grow relationships within the practice and the Charlotte community Encourage the growth of support staff members through our internal LevelUp training program Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments during our open hours

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program) Active license in good standing to practice in the state in which candidate will be employed (or the ability to obtain a license in that state)

Inclusive Compensation Package

Sign-On Bonus $60,000 Optional Pro-Sal with No Negative Accrual Significantly Discounted Personal Veterinary Care – Multiple Pets! Paid Continuing Education (CE) Days & Allowance Paid State Licensing Fees Paid AVMA and State Professional Dues Covered Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT) Personalized & Surgical Mentorship Internal Veterinarian Collaboration & Consultations Platforms Flexible Compensation Package Healthcare Packages & 401k Retirement Match 3 Weeks PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave, Work/Life Balance day off annually

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution and possess an active, good-standing veterinary license. The role is open to all experience levels, provided the applicant meets these educational and licensing standards.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Mentorship
  • Patient care
  • Surgery
  • Clinical practice
  • Team collaboration
  • Client relations
  • Digital radiography
  • Veterinary medicine
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Laser therapy
  • Abdominal surgery

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Paid maternity leave
  • Professional liability insurance
  • Healthcare packages
  • Paid continuing education
  • Paid professional dues
  • 401k retirement match
  • Discounted personal veterinary care
  • Paid state licensing fees

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Cramerton, North Carolina
Posted
Apr 3, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

American Veterinary Group

At American Veterinary Group (AVG), we are no strangers to growth. In 2023, we hit an exciting milestone: over 150 veterinary practices within our family of hospitals and a footprint that extends across 13 states. We continue to grow and leverage our infrastructure to empower...

Salary listed on 1 job
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

Veterinary demand remains steady in North Carolina

Associate veterinarian roles in North Carolina are typically in steady demand, especially in practices serving growing communities and mixed companion-animal caseloads. Competition often centers on candidates who already hold a DVM, active state licensure, a current DEA license, and USDA accreditation or can obtain it quickly; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your credentials match the listed requirements and note the included health, dental, vision, life, and EAP benefits.

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