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Haywood Animal Hospital — Associate Veterinarian (Hendersonville, NC)
About Us Haywood Road Animal Hospital is a full-service companion animal practice in Hendersonville, NC, providing high-quality medicine, surgery, and preventive care in a friendly, team-oriented environment. We emphasize compassionate care, excellent client communication, and continuous learning.
Position Overview We are seeking a motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our experienced team. This is a flexible full-time or part-time position offering a mix of wellness, sick visits, routine surgery, and opportunities for dentistry and soft-tissue procedures. New grads and experienced clinicians encouraged to apply.
About Hendersonville & the Area — Why You’ll Love Living Here
- Scenic location at the doorstep of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Pisgah National Forest — excellent hiking, mountain biking, and outdoor adventure.
- Charming downtown with apple orchards, seasonal festivals (apple season and more), local breweries, cozy cafes, galleries, and farm-to-table restaurants.
- Short drives to Asheville (≈25–30 minutes) for a vibrant food, music, and arts scene.
- Mild four-season climate with beautiful fall foliage and opportunities for winter sports nearby.
- Family-friendly community with excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and relatively affordable housing compared to larger metro areas.
- Easy access to regional airports and major highways for travel.
What You’ll Do
- Provide high-quality medical and surgical care for canine and feline patients.
- Perform routine spays/neuters, dentals, and soft-tissue surgeries.
- Communicate clearly with clients about diagnoses, treatment plans, and preventive care.
- Collaborate with the support team to ensure efficient, compassionate patient care.
- Participate in community outreach and client-education events.
Why Join Us
- Supportive team culture with experienced technicians and staff.
- Mentorship and continuing education support.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package (salary plus production/bonus potential, paid time off, CE allowance, health benefits, license & DEA reimbursement).
- Modern clinic with digital radiography, in-house lab, dental equipment, and comfortable exam/surgery spaces.
- Work-life balance with a schedule designed for quality patient care and personal time.
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an accredited institution.
- Active veterinary license in good standing (or ability to obtain NC licensure).
- Strong clinical and surgical skills, or desire for mentorship to grow surgical confidence.
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, client-focused approach.
- Team player who values collaboration and continuous improvement.
Additional Information
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Company Policy Forbids Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Marital Status, Sexual Orientation or National Origin.