Veterinarian Leader

Avery Creek Pet Hospital is a full-service animal hospital located in Arden, North Carolina, next to Lake Julian and just south of Asheville. Our hospital was founded in 2002 and has been providing veterinary care to dogs and cats for over two decades.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinarian to join our team at Avery Creek Pet Hospital. As a Veterinarian, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care to our patients while developing strong relationships with their owners. Your expertise will be essential in delivering exceptional client experiences and promoting the health and well-being of our furry friends.

• Provide comprehensive medical care to dogs and cats, including physical examinations, surgeries, and dentistry
• Develop and implement treatment plans for patients, communicating effectively with clients to ensure their understanding and satisfaction
• Monitor associate doctor performance and production, contributing to the hospital's financial success
• Stay up-to-date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attending Continuing Education meetings
• Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of exceptional client service and high-quality care
• Represent the hospital positively in the professional community and to the general public

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in North Carolina
• 3+ years of experience as a veterinarian, with leadership/management experience preferred
• Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
• Ability to lead the team through a variety of cases and demonstrate respect for clients and their pets

Avery Creek Pet Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Base salary with no negative accrual for PTO
• $5,000 relocation assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with no negative accrual
• Maternity Leave
• 401(k) with 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%
• High Producer Bonus
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident Insurance
• Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
• Professional Liability Coverage
• TeleDoc - Free Access 24/7
• Access to Free In-House Continued Education (CE)
• Growth tracks for leadership development
• Mentorship and coaching for new graduates and experienced Veterinarians

Southern Veterinary Partners is a veterinarian-owned and managed network of animal hospitals with a common mission of providing best-in-class veterinary care with exceptional client experiences. Our organization is based in Birmingham, AL, but our heartbeat lives within the dedicated teams in our 400+ local animal hospitals across 26 states.

We were proudly certified in 2024 as a Most Loved Workplace in ten categories: LGBTQ+, Diversity, Women, CEO, Career Advancement, Veterans, Volunteering, Parents & Caregivers, Wellness, & Young Professionals. Our WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow - drive our culture of meaningful partnerships, collaboration, and respect, enabling us to uncover solutions and opportunities that elevate the team and ensure everyone has the support they need to excel and have fun.