Paradocs Animal Hospital - Associate Veterinarian

At Paradocs Animal Hospital, we are a compassionate, AAHA-accredited team dedicated to providing high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care for a wide range of patients, from small animals to equine and exotics. Our experienced doctors and staff are committed to exceptional medicine, client education, and building lasting relationships within the Locust Grove and greater Fredericksburg, VA community. We take pride in creating a supportive, team-oriented environment focused on both patient care and continuous growth.

Paradocs Animal Hospital, an AAHA-accredited, full-service veterinary hospital in Locust Grove, Virginia, is excited to welcome an Associate Veterinarian to our growing and collaborative team. Founded in 2015, Paradocs has built a strong reputation for providing compassionate, high-quality care across a wide variety of species including small animals, equine, and exotics, creating a truly unique and dynamic medical environment.

At Paradocs, the team prides themselves on practicing progressive medicine while maintaining a close-knit, supportive culture. We offer comprehensive services including wellness and preventative care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostic imaging, integrative medicine, acupuncture, and emergency care, allowing veterinarians to practice high-quality, well-rounded medicine with strong clinical support.

This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian seeking a collaborative environment where medical autonomy is respected, mentorship is encouraged, and work-life balance is prioritized. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or a new graduate, you'll find meaningful support and the ability to shape your role based on your interests.

Why Join Paradocs Animal Hospital?

• AAHA-accredited, progressive medicine
• Unique case variety: small animal, equine, and exotics
• Collaborative, team-focused culture
• Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
• Supportive mentorship for new graduates
• Opportunities to pursue special interests (surgery, integrative medicine, exotics, equine, etc.)
• Beautiful Northern Virginia location with strong community ties
  
  

About The Area

Located in Locust Grove, VA, Paradocs Animal Hospital offers the charm of a close-knit community with convenient access to Fredericksburg, Charlottesville, and Washington, DC providing the perfect blend of outdoor recreation, family-friendly living, and city accessibility.

Position Summary

The primary purpose and function of the Associate Veterinarian is to provide the highest quality of veterinary care and exceptional client service. The Associate Veterinarian advocates for pets and their quality of life; builds a long term bonding relationship with clients; contributes to the development and maintenance of the human-pet bond; and educates clients on all aspects of pet health.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide consistent high-quality care and exceptional service to pets and clients while maximizing efficiency, productivity and profitability.
• Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws. Ensure appropriate medical record documentation and maintain complete medical records that meet practice quality control guidelines.
• Perform complete diagnostic workups, establish accurate histories and physical exams, develop thorough treatment plans, and deliver appropriate urgent, preventive, and ongoing care.
• Prescribe and administer drugs, vaccines, and other therapies as appropriate; perform surgery, dental procedures, and other treatments using standard protocols, instruments, and equipment.
• Effectively communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and home care instructions to clients and the veterinary medical team; address and resolve client concerns.
• Promote the safety of pets, clients, and team members by ensuring safe restraint techniques, adherence to practice guidelines, and maintaining clean, organized, and sterile treatment, exam, and laboratory areas.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and gain their trust and compliance.
• Attend department and team meetings, both in person and virtually, to stay informed, collaborate effectively, and support broader practice alignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent, with an active or eligible state license.
• Strong medical, surgical, and diagnostic skills across companion animal practice.
• Collaborates effectively in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.
• Commitment to maintaining professional ethics, safety, and high-quality patient care.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.
  
  

Why VetEvolve

• Everything we do is about people, which is why our efforts focus on providing opportunity, stability, and development for our team members.
• Hear why our Veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our videos page
• We never lose sight of why our job is important — it empowers you and the team to deliver consistently high-quality care for pets and their owners.
• From ‘Lose the Stress’ weekly yoga to our partnerships with Not One More Vet and Headspace, we invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing. Our CEO, Chief People Officer and several additional team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.
• “They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.” - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here.”
• Industry leading veterinarian and support staff retention rates
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.
  
  

Hours

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.
  
  

Apply here or contact Meaghan Mostriansky at Mostriansky@vetevolve.com for more information and a confidential, exploratory conversation!