Associate Veterinarian

Looking for a place where relationships matter just as much as medicine? Lineberger Veterinary Hospital is excited to welcome an Associate Veterinarian to our team in Gastonia, North Carolina. We're a collaborative, community-minded practice where you'll have the chance to care for a wide range of medical and surgical cases-from routine spays and neuters to abdominal procedures, mass removals, and eye and ear surgeries-while building the kind of career that feels meaningful to you. Whether you're looking for a long-term home or a team that values connection, support, and great medicine, we'd love to meet you.

• Modern tools to help you practice great medicine, including digital x-ray, therapy laser, and more
• A close-knit team that truly enjoys working together and supporting one another
• A practice with deep roots in the Gastonia area, with easy access to historic Belmont and downtown Charlotte

About Lineberger Veterinary Hospital

Lineberger Veterinary Hospital is a multi-doctor general practice in Gastonia, North Carolina, just outside Charlotte. We're proud to be a place where clients feel known, pets are cared for like family, and team members show up for one another every day. Our staff is committed to high-quality care for dogs and cats, with the occasional pocket pet, and to creating a warm, welcoming experience for the people who trust us with their pets. Our hospital is equipped with a therapy laser, digital x-ray, IDEXX in-house blood and urine diagnostics, complete dental equipment, Cornerstone medical records, and more.

What You'll Do

• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and provide care that feels personal, thoughtful, and trustworthy
• Work closely with the veterinary team and hospital leadership to care for patients and support one another
• Help strengthen the connection between our practice and the greater Charlotte-area community
• Encourage team growth, including helping develop support staff through our internal LevelUp training program
• Care for a varied caseload that includes both appointments and surgery during our regular hospital hours

Skills, Knowledge, and ExpertiseSkills, Knowledge, and ExpertiseWhat We Offer Our Team

• Generous Sign-On Bonus $60k
• 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