[{"_1":2,"_3":-5,"_4":-5},"loaderData",{"_5":6,"_7":8},"actionData","errors","routes/ssr/_anon-layout",{"_214":215,"_216":217,"_218":-5,"_219":220,"_221":222,"_223":224,"_225":226},"browse-city",{"_9":10,"_11":12,"_13":14,"_15":16,"_17":18,"_19":20,"_21":22,"_23":24,"_25":26,"_27":28,"_29":30,"_31":32},"careerAreaSlug","healthcare","careerAreaName","Healthcare","occupationSlug","veterinarian","occupationName","Veterinarian","stateSlug","nc","stateName","North Carolina","citySlug","wilkesboro","cityName","Wilkesboro","jobs",[197],"gone",false,"selectedJobDetail",{"_36":37,"_38":39,"_40":41,"_42":43,"_44":45,"_46":47,"_48":49,"_50":51,"_52":53,"_23":54,"_19":20,"_55":28,"_56":57,"_58":59,"_60":61,"_62":63,"_64":65,"_66":67,"_68":28,"_69":70,"_71":70,"_72":28,"_73":28,"_74":75,"_76":77,"_78":79,"_80":81,"_82":28,"_83":28,"_84":85,"_86":87,"_88":89,"_90":91,"_92":93,"_94":95,"_96":97,"_98":99,"_100":101,"_102":103,"_104":105,"_106":107,"_108":28,"_109":110,"_111":112,"_21":22,"_17":18,"_13":14,"_113":114,"_9":115,"_116":117,"_118":119,"_120":121,"_122":123,"_124":125,"_126":70,"_127":37,"_128":39,"_129":114,"_130":131,"_132":133,"_134":135},"selectedJobCompanyDetails",{"_33":34,"_35":34},"profileURL","","CompanyName","id","84d03003a074e4c67c85aff8454e1ae59d381db0","slug","associate-veterinarian-84d03003","title","Associate Veterinarian","body","Practice Exceptional Medicine. Build Lasting Relationships. Love Where You Work. For more than 65 years, Animal Hospital of Wilkes has been a trusted part of the Wilkesboro community, caring for generations of pets and the families who love them. As a well-established, five-doctor small animal practice, we've built our reputation on compassionate care, collaborative teamwork, and a commitment to practicing high-quality medicine. We're looking for an Associate Veterinarian who enjoys building meaningful client relationships, values teamwork, and wants the support and resources to practice medicine their way. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or a recent graduate looking for strong mentorship, we'd love to meet you. Why You'll Love Practicing Here At Animal Hospital of Wilkes, you'll join an experienced, supportive team that believes great medicine starts with great people.

Our hospital offers:

Five-doctor collaborative team with experienced support staff Long-standing, loyal clientele with deep community roots Full-service small animal practice serving dogs and cats Preventive and wellness care Soft tissue surgery Advanced orthopedic procedures Comprehensive dentistry Diagnostic services Daytime urgent and emergency care Boarding services Spacious, recently refreshed standalone hospital A culture that encourages collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning Proud recipient of \"Best Veterinary Clinic\" by local community readers What You'll Do Perform wellness and preventive care examinations Diagnose and treat medical conditions Perform routine surgeries and dentistry Develop individualized treatment plans Educate clients and build lasting relationships Collaborate with a talented team of veterinarians and technicians Practice high-quality, compassionate medicine in a supportive environment What We're Looking For DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school Eligible for or currently licensed to practice veterinary medicine in North Carolina Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service Collaborative mindset and positive attitude New graduates are encouraged to apply—mentorship is available Benefits As part of the Innovetive Petcare family, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional growth and personal well-being.

Benefits include:

Competitive compensation range of $130,000 - $150,000 with ProSal options Sign-on bonus available Relocation assistance available Student Loan repayment Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid parental leave Generous paid time off and paid holidays 401(k) with company match Continuing Education allowance plus paid CE days Professional dues and licensure reimbursement AVMA, VIN, and PLIT membership assistance DEA and state license reimbursement Professional liability insurance Mentorship and career development opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee pet care discounts Leadership development and advancement opportunities within Innovetive Petcare Join a Hospital That Feels Like Home At Animal Hospital of Wilkes, you'll find the rare combination of established clientele, collaborative teammates, quality medicine, and genuine work-life balance. If you're looking for a hospital where your voice is valued, your growth is supported, and your patients become lifelong relationships, we'd love to hear from you. About Wilkesboro, North Carolina Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Wilkesboro offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Enjoy hiking, fishing, wineries, local festivals, and a welcoming community—all while being within an hour of Winston-Salem and an easy drive to Boone and the North Carolina High Country. Whether you're looking for mountain weekends, a lower cost of living, or a place to put down roots, Wilkesboro offers an exceptional quality of life. Apply today and discover why generations of families have trusted Animal Hospital of Wilkes with the care of their pets.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person","type","jobPosting","source","LC","accountId","97962230","organizationName","Animal Hospital of Wilkes","applicationUrl","https://jobs.avma.org/job/associate-veterinarian/85500835/","Wilkesboro, NC","isRemote","location",{"_193":194,"_195":196},"createdAt","2026-07-28T14:17:51.584514034Z","updatedAt","2026-09-08T14:46:43.171907369Z","publishedAt","2026-07-27T00:00:00Z","expiresAt","2026-10-08T00:00:00Z","status","active","isExpired","isDiscoverable",true,"isSearchable","isSpotlight","isDraft","careerSkills",[160,161,162,163,164,165,166,167,168,169],"requiredEducation","na","benefitCategories",[152,153,154,155,156,157,158,159],"amount",140000,"isEmailRequired","isPhoneRequired","subtype","job","titleSearch","Associate Veterinarians","compensationType","salary","locationFlexibility","onsite","employmentTypeName","full_time","wage10thPercentileHourly",48.511538461538464,"wage30thPercentileHourly",54.68942307692308,"wage50thPercentileHourly",56.01538461538462,"growthRateFiveYear",0.1209,"payGrowthScore",100,"jobSecurityScore",68.65925770786653,"compositeScore",84.32962885393326,"compositeLowConfidence","county","37193","state","37","sitemapPath","/healthcare/veterinarian/nc/wilkesboro",[10],"eduLevelsName",[77],"lotCareerAreaName",[12],"lotOccupationName",[16],"lotSpecializedOccupation",[151],"minEduLevels","4","isCanonical","canonicalJobId","canonicalSlug","canonicalSitemapPath","groupVariantCount",1,"groupLocations",[147],"aiEnrichments",{"_136":137,"_138":139,"_140":141},"extractedFilters",{"_90":91},"experienceLevel",{"_142":143,"_144":70,"_145":146},"tldr","A veterinary associate position in Wilkesboro, NC, offering a $130k‑$150k salary, full benefits, and mentorship for new grads or experienced vets.","estimatedYearsExperience",0,"isEntryLevel","explanation","No prior work experience required; the posting encourages new graduates and offers mentorship, with no mandatory advanced degree or license beyond a DVM/VMD.",{"_148":54,"_111":18,"_149":37,"_38":39,"_55":28,"_52":150,"_113":114},"city","jobId","https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a0bdbdb07875ba79","20361010","paid_leave","education_career_development","retirement_savings","health_wellness","supplemental_pay","insurance","work_life_balance","other_benefits",{"_170":191,"_172":192,"_174":-5},{"_170":189,"_172":190,"_174":-5},{"_170":187,"_172":188,"_174":-5},{"_170":185,"_172":186,"_174":-5},{"_170":183,"_172":184,"_174":-5},{"_170":181,"_172":182,"_174":-5},{"_170":179,"_172":180,"_174":-5},{"_170":177,"_172":178,"_174":-5},{"_170":175,"_172":176,"_174":-5},{"_170":171,"_172":173,"_174":-5},"code","KS123H56W4F21M098TMZ","value","Emergency Medicine","proficiency","KS440Z1754M82K9VYJFV","Surgery","KS1280K6XKQH9BVFXVNK","Preventive Care","ESB7D4D9034BC8B2CAB1","Positivity","KS122556LMQ829GZCCRV","Communication","KS120H9659BG1L6W9Q4F","Veterinary Medicine","KS120V968P30DPRZ8CJC","Dentistry","ESDA62349890992ACC1F","Treatment Planning","KS1259D6L30YYG3XR3VL","Interpersonal Communications","ESBA227F7158090209C8","Orthopedics","lat",36.1459649,"lon",-81.1606401,{"_36":37,"_38":39,"_40":41,"_44":45,"_46":47,"_50":51,"_198":-5,"_23":54,"_19":20,"_68":28,"_73":28,"_199":-5,"_62":63,"_60":61,"_84":85,"_88":89,"_90":91,"_92":93,"_113":114,"_80":81,"_200":201,"_130":131,"_134":202,"_203":204},"logoUrl","isFavorited","groupCityNames",[54],{"_136":212,"_138":213,"_140":141},"bricks",[205,206],{"_207":211,"_209":210},{"_207":208,"_209":210},"content","$140,000.00","variant","gray","Full-Time",{"_90":91},{"_142":143,"_144":70,"_145":146},"preloadedState",{"_249":250,"_251":252,"_253":254,"_255":256},"session",{"_248":28},"learnerProfile","statsigUser",{"_239":240,"_241":-7,"_242":243,"_244":245},"statsigSSR",{"_235":236,"_237":238},"experimentParams",{"_227":231,"_229":232,"_230":233},"experimentGroups",{"_227":228,"_229":228,"_230":228},"aa_job_details","Control","aa_explore_202608","job_description_positioning",{"_234":228},{"_234":228},{"_234":228},"arm","gates",{},"configs",{},"userID","anonymous","email","custom",{},"customIDs",{"_246":247},"stableID","dev-stable-id-localhost","isAuthenticated","userAndSession",{"_216":352,"_218":-5,"_353":28,"_354":355,"_356":357},"courseSearch",{"_297":298,"_299":143,"_300":301,"_302":143,"_303":-5,"_304":-5,"_305":-5,"_265":28,"_306":28,"_307":-5,"_308":309,"_310":-5,"_311":312,"_313":314,"_315":316},"careerNavigatorSlice",{"_56":281,"_282":34,"_283":284,"_285":286,"_287":70,"_288":70,"_289":-5,"_290":291},"caapCareerSearch",{"_257":28,"_258":34,"_259":260,"_261":262,"_263":264,"_265":28,"_266":-5,"_267":28,"_268":269},"myCareers","searchValue","searchResult",[],"comparisonData",[],"searchFilters",{"_270":271,"_272":34,"_273":34,"_274":275,"_276":277,"_278":279,"_280":143},"isLoading","comparisonError","shouldOpenTray","traitSpecificCareers",{},"selectedHub",[],"selectedEarning","selectedEducation","sortByField","name.keyword","sortOrder","asc","pageSize",10,"from",{"_36":292,"_293":294,"_44":295,"_296":34},"locationString","defaultLocation",{"_36":292,"_293":294,"_44":295,"_296":34},"scholarshipLocation",{"_36":292,"_293":294,"_44":295,"_296":34},"loadingLocation","loadingCaapAssessmentResults","caapAssessmentResult","industryPreference",[],"0","name","United States (Default)","nation","highlight","courses",[],"totalCount","filters",{"_317":34,"_318":28,"_319":28,"_320":28,"_321":28,"_322":28,"_323":28,"_324":28,"_325":28,"_326":327,"_328":329,"_330":331,"_332":333,"_334":335,"_336":337,"_338":339,"_340":-5,"_341":28,"_342":343,"_344":143,"_278":345,"_346":347,"_348":349},"activeFiltersCount","filterCounts","appliedFilters","sortInfo","isLoadingMore","error","favoriteCourseIds",[],"lastSearchTimestamp","prefetchedPages",[],"prefetchingPages",[],"prefetchedCourses",{},"searchQuery","withCertificate","isFree","withFreeCertificate","isUniversity","showSavedOnly","isBeginner","isIntermediate","isAdvanced","topLevelSubjects",[],"institutions",[],"subjects",[],"languages",[],"providers",[],"durationBuckets",[],"duration",{"_350":-5,"_351":-5},"language","hasSubtitles","subtitleLanguages",[],"page",20,"sortColumn","created","sortBy","desc","min","max",{"_363":28,"_248":28},"isOnboardingComplete","onboardingResume",{"_361":28,"_362":-5},"emailUpdateModal",{"_358":28,"_359":34,"_360":34},"open","newEmail","password","checked","resumeUrl","oktaChecked"]

Find & Apply For Veterinarian Jobs in Wilkesboro, North Carolina

Associate Veterinarian