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Veterinarian - Acredale Animal Hospital (Kempsville)
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A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
$113,736 / year median in Virginia
+16% projected growth
Job Description
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- Acredale Animal Hospital (Kempsville) Share Print Mission Pet Health Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States (on-site) APPLY Veterinarian
- Acredale Animal Hospital (Kempsville) Share Print Mission Pet Health Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States (on-site) APPLY Posted 8 hours ago Veterinarian
- Acredale Animal Hospital (Kempsville) Share Print Mission Pet Health Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States (on-site) APPLY Employment sector Clinical Practice Min Experience Any Experience Level Considered Species Canine +1 Feline Type Full-Time Position Veterinarian AI Summary & Insights Summary Insights Veterinarian
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Acredale Animal Hospital:
Kempsville, located in beautiful Virginia Beach, VA. Since 1986, this hospital has been committed to providing comprehensive care and treating clients' pets like our own family. The dedication to high-quality medicine is reflected in the community's trust, demonstrated by our excellent 4.6-star Google rating. We seek experienced veterinary professionals who want to do their best work in a supportive and professional environment where your expertise is valued. When you join our practice, you become part of a network that is deeply invested in your professional success. We prioritize a culture of continuous learning and growth, ensuring you have the tools, mentorship, and educational resources necessary to advance your career goals. This structure allows you to succeed and grow, whether that means achieving your credentialed veterinary technician status, mastering advanced surgical procedures, or moving into a leadership role. Our clinical environment is carefully maintained to be comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm, benefiting both patients and the hardworking teammates who care for them. Acredale Animal Hospital provides the full spectrum of small animal medicine, offering extensive diagnostic capabilities and advanced care right here in the clinic. You will utilize modern testing and diagnostics technology and participate in robust surgical procedures to address complex cases. Beyond routine preventative health and wellness, the services you provide include critical urgent care for immediate needs and comprehensive advanced care for specialized medical challenges. This comprehensive medical environment gives you the opportunity to continually expand your skills alongside capable teammates. Located in the heart of Virginia Beach, you benefit from living in a highly desirable coastal community that provides an exceptional quality of life. The region is known for its beautiful beaches, expansive parks, and numerous outdoor recreational activities, offering ample opportunity to achieve a fulfilling work-life balance. The Chesapeake and Virginia Beach area provides a rich mix of culture, history, and modern amenities, making it an excellent place for you to put down roots and enjoy everything the mid-Atlantic has to offer.What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like Build Lasting Relationships:
Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.Practice Your Best Medicine:
From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.Educate and Empower:
Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.Collaborate and Grow:
Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture. Who We're Looking For Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. A valid state license and in good standing to practice. A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine. Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude. How You're Supported As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Generous Compensation Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual . Total Wellbeing Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access. Financial Health Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind. Commitment to Growth Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship. The Power of a Network Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests. Peace of Mind Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine. About Mission Pet Health Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com . Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values- Work Together, Amaze, and Grow .
EEO Statement:
Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #AVMA #INDVM Job ID:
85123533 Mission Pet Health US View your LinkedIn connections Veterinarian-led. People-focused. Pet-obsessed. That's Mission Pet Health in a nutshell! We were founded by veterinarians who believe local practices thrive when autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence lead the way. That belief still guides everything we do—from mentorship to medicine to how we support our teammates. Driving our award-winning culture are our WAG values- Work Together, Amaze, and Grow
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- $474 $209 High-Speed Internet $50
- $80 $66 Transportation Gasoline (1 gallon) $3.