Veterinarian Jobs

Veterinarians play a pivotal role in the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of services oriented towards the health and welfare of animals. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Their tasks include performing surgeries, treating wounds, vaccinating against diseases, and prescribing medication. They also offer advice to pet owners on general care, medical conditions, and treatments. Further, they may work in research, teaching, and public health roles, contributing to the development and implementation of animal health policies and regulations.

Veterinarians should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and must be licensed to practice. They need a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong communication skills, as they need to explain complex medical conditions and procedures to pet owners. Compassion, patience, and good manual dexterity are also essential qualities for a veterinarian. Before becoming a veterinarian, one might start their career journey as a veterinary assistant or technician, or they may work in roles such as a laboratory animal caretaker or a pet adoption counselor. These roles provide valuable experience in handling animals and understanding their behavior, as well as exposure to the veterinary field.

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Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

General Practice (Veterinarian)

A veterinary practice in the Capital District area of New York is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join its team....

SoBran, Inc.

Attending and Clinical Veterinarian II

of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM/VMD) from an accredited program....

Associate Veterinarian Position

  • Lake Zurich, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL
  • 17 hours ago

We reward our veterinarians with competitive salary, bonus, and benefits including healthcare, 401K, CE, vacation, dues, liability coverage and more....

Crown Veterinary Specialists

Veterinarian - Anesthesiologist

scenery Established: Quality education and ample healthcare options We provide: A woman-owned, BIPOC-owned, independently owned 24/7 emergency and specialty practice An emergency department of twelve veterinarians...

Heartland Pet Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

We’re looking for: Full Time Veterinarian Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator Proficient in general medicine, surgery and dentistry Experience preferred but new graduates seeking mentorship...

Animal Emergency Clinic & Intensive Care Facility

Emergency Veterinarian

Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university Current DEA License or obtained upon hire....

Associate Veterinarian

Veterinarians typically work an 8 hour shift, three or four days a week, allowing plenty of time to spend days off enjoying outdoor activities....

Associate Veterinarian

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 17 hours ago

Qualifications: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited veterinary school. Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Louisiana....

Emergency Veterinary Care Centers

Veterinary Medical Director

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program A minimum of two (2) years of ER experience We will alternatively consider reduced ER experience if combined with a minimum of 3 years clinical practice and leadership...

Associate Veterinarian

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 17 hours ago

We are a busy, single-doctor Veterinary Clinic seeking 1-2 Associate Veterinarians to add to our team. We are a full-service companion animal clinic (canine and feline patients only)....

York Road Veterinary Hospital

Laid Back Family Practice Looking for an Associate Veterinarian

We are looking to add a small animal veterinarian to our team who is committed to excellent patient care....

Crown Veterinary Specialists

Veterinarian - Emergency Clinician

An “All Are Welcome” mentality, creating an inclusive environment We provide: A woman-owned, BIPOC-owned, independently owned 24/7 emergency and specialty practice An emergency department of twelve veterinarians...

Palo Verde Animal Hospital

Veterinarian

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program Licensure in the state of Arizona or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start Strong proficiency in medical knowledge and surgical skills Exemplary professionalism...

Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university Active Veterinary State License (or ability to obtain upon hire) Current DEA License (or ability to obtain upon hire)...

Kingstowne Cat Clinic

Associate FELINE Veterinarian Wanted!

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) required Be licensed or able to be licensed in the state of Virginia Must love cats!...

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Ethology for veterinerian an introduction
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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinarian positions.

Highest Education Level

Veterinarians offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
High School or GED
15.1%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
1.5%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians
1-2 years
25.8%
None
19.4%
4-6 years
16.6%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
2-4 years
9.5%
10+ years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.1%
8-10 years
3.4%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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