Veterinarian Jobs in Kentucky

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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PriorityPet Urgent Care - National

Urgent Care Veterinarian - Part-Time - Ownership Available!

We offer our Veterinarians: Competitive compensation with generous Sign-on and Performance bonuses Comprehensive Benefits (100% employer paid medical premiums, liability coverage, paid licensing/fees...

Greater Cincinnati Veterinary Specialists & Urgent Care

Emergency Associate Veterinarian

We're a specialized practice just outside Cincinnati, looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join us....

Hebron Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

We’re looking for: Full Time or Part Time Veterinarian Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator Proficient in general medicine and a desire to grow in their soft tissue surgery skills....

Greater Cincinnati Veterinary & Urgent Care

Small Animal Boarded Veterinary Surgeon

At GCVS, our referral veterinarians are all board-certified in their field....

Greater Cincinnati Veterinary & Urgent Care

Small Animal Boarded Cardiologist

At GCVS, our referral veterinarians are all board-certified in their field....

Harlan Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

Join Our Team as an Associate Veterinarian at Harlan Animal Hospital! Are you a compassionate and driven Veterinarian looking for the next step in your career?...

Greater Cincinnati Veterinary & Urgent Care

Small Animal Boarded Oncologist

New graduates and seasoned veterinarians are invited to apply, with high-quality mentorship available to ensure success.  You're here for pets, we're here for you.   ...

Greater Cincinnati Veterinary & Urgent Care

Small Animal Boarded Internist

At GCVS, our referral veterinarians are all board-certified in their field....

PriorityPet Urgent Care of Louisville, KY

DVM Veterinary Partner & Hospital Equity Owner

Job Description We are seeking talented and entrepreneurial Veterinarians to partner with us and become Medical Directors in a practice that we will build together....

Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

General Practice (Veterinarian)

A thriving two-doctor practice is seeking a passionate veterinarian to join its dedicated team....

Greater Cincinnati Veterinary & Urgent Care

Emergency Veterinarian

Company Description We're a specialized practice just outside Cincinnati, looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join us....

Veterinarian - Fisherville, KY

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Located in Fisherville, KY, just outside of Louisville, we are part of a multi-location, full-service veterinary group that provides exceptional care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets....

Equine Surgeon Central Kentucky

  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago

Park Equine Hospital is seeking a skilled and motivated equine surgeon to join our diverse and team-oriented practice and will consider both full-time and part-time commitments. The ideal...

Associate Veterinarian Reproduction Focus Central Kentucky

  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago

Attention Associate Veterinarians: Join Our Team at Park Equine Hospital Park Equine Hospital is seeking a skilled Associate Veterinarian with a focus on equine reproduction to play a crucial role in...

Urgent Care Veterinarian

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

Personalized & 1:1 Mentorship Internal Veterinarian Collaboration & Consultations Platforms Flexible Compensation Package Retirement Match 3 Weeks PTO...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

Moving to Kentucky? Find some basic demographic data about Kentucky below.

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91,158

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in Kentucky

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 in Kentucky offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.5%
Bachelor's Degree
25.4%
High School or GED
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
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 in Kentucky
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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