Associate Veterinarian

Associate DVM – Lewiston, ME (4-Day Week, No Weekends & Real Mentorship!) 🐾

We are working on behalf of an independent, owner-operated small animal hospital in Lewiston, ME that is looking to welcome an Associate Veterinarian as the practice adds a second doctor to its close-knit team. This is a genuine opportunity to join a hospital with no corporate ownership and no corporate pressure, where the pace of your day is built around you rather than a production dashboard.

The practice runs Monday through Friday with no weekends, and full-time here means a four-day workweek, so you keep a real life outside the clinic. There are no overnights and no on-call. The owner is a hands-on mentor who loves to teach, which makes this a strong fit for new graduates as well as experienced DVMs who want support without giving up their autonomy. New grads start by shadowing, then move into cases at their own pace and choose which appointments and case types to take on as their confidence grows.

Clinically you will have access to digital radiography, dental X-ray, full dental capability, and a high-quality ultrasound with real-time remote guidance from the vendor. Surgery days run from routine spays and neuters through to more advanced soft-tissue work such as mass removals, with experienced technicians, assistants, and a practice manager supporting you. There are also strong relationships with nearby referral and specialty hospitals for complex cases. There is a rare chance to shape the hospital's future too, with an on-site expansion being planned around the incoming doctor's interests, whether that means a larger surgery suite or additional exam space. Set in southern Maine, you are roughly 45 minutes from Portland, the coast, lakes, and skiing, with a train link to Boston. With an excellent package on offer, including a very competitive salary, this opportunity is great for DVMs at all stages of their career. Get in touch today to learn more!

Key Highlights

• Independent, owner-operated hospital with no corporate ownership and no production pressure
• Four-day full-time workweek with no weekends, no overnights, and no on-call
• Hands-on mentorship from the owner, ideal for new grads and experienced DVMs alike
• You set your own pace, appointment lengths, and the case types you take on
• Well-equipped GP facility with digital radiography, dental X-ray, a full dental suite, and high-quality ultrasound with remote vendor guidance
• Surgery ranging from routine procedures to advanced soft-tissue work such as mass removals
• Real input into an upcoming hospital expansion designed around your clinical interests
• Strong local referral and specialty relationships for complex cases
• Part-time (three-day) schedules will also be considered

About You

• DVM or equivalent degree that allows you to practice veterinary medicine in the US
• You hold, or are eligible to obtain, a veterinary license in Maine
• New graduates are warmly encouraged to apply, as are experienced veterinarians
• You enjoy general practice medicine and building lasting client relationships
• A collaborative team player with strong communication skills
• Open to mentorship and growing your surgical and clinical skills at your own pace

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with a choice of straight salary or pro-sal, and no negative accrual in year one
• Quarterly reviews with the opportunity for upward salary adjustments
• Employer health insurance contribution well above the local average, plus fully covered dental and vision
• Simple IRA with a 100% employer match up to 3%
• Annual CE allowance with paid CE time, plus flexibility to combine budgets or add funds for skills that benefit the hospital
• All licenses, association dues, and professional liability coverage paid
• Paid time off starting after probation, negotiable to suit you
• Open to discussing sign-on and relocation support

Next Steps

If you are interested, hit "Apply" or, for a confidential chat, email ben@atlasconsultancygroup.com or call the office at (980) 202 4966.