Associate Veterinarian | Erie Animal Hospital | Sign On Bonus Available!
Heartland Veterinary Partners
·Oct 21, 2025
- Salary
- $120k – $130k
- Location
- Erie, PA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Seniority
- Entry
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Practice
Since our opening in 1953, our hospital's success has always been driven by our veterinarians who have your pet's health and wellness at the forefront.
Erie Animal Hospital doctors and staff have served all of the community's pet care needs for over 70 years. We offer expert veterinary services to the Erie area, as well as other nearby cities.
Position Purpose
Erie Animal Hospital is a well-established companion animal practice with a recently renovated hospital, a loyal client base, and a genuinely supportive team culture.
You’ll work alongside three experienced DVMs and a tenured support team. Many of our team members have been with us for 5+ years, creating a collaborative, drama-free environment where everyone helps one another succeed.
Why Join Us?
4-day work week with only every-third-Saturday rotation
Structured mentorship for new graduates, including hands-on support in medicine, surgery, and client communication
Comprehensive small animal medicine and surgery, including daily dentals and soft-tissue procedures
Ultrasound capabilities, including abdominal and cardiology scans
Modern equipment including digital radiography, dental radiography, digital ultrasound, IDEXX in-house labs, and full anesthesia monitoring
Experienced, supportive team with a strong culture of communication, respect, and humor
A busy, established client base with plenty of opportunity to grow your skills and relationships
Our Hospital
Our recently renovated facility features six spacious exam rooms, including a dedicated cat-only exam room and separate feline lobby. We’re committed to providing excellent medicine while creating a comfortable experience for our patients, clients, and team.
New Grads Welcome
Our structured mentorship program provides guidance, regular check-ins, and a gradual transition to independence. You’ll have experienced doctors around you and a team invested in helping you build a long, rewarding career.
Life in Erie
Erie offers affordable living, four beautiful seasons, and plenty to do outdoors — from Presque Isle’s beaches and local wineries to skiing and year-round recreation.
If you’re looking for a supportive hospital where you can practice good medicine, grow professionally, and actually enjoy the people you work with, we’d love to meet you!
Essential Responsibilities
- Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
- Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
- Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
- Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
- Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
- Maintain patients’ medical records.
- Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.
Requirements/Qualifications
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
- Appropriate state licensure.
- Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
Benefits Offered
- Unlimited personal time
- Sign On / relocation assistance available
- Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
- Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
- CE and licensure reimbursement
- Flexible work schedules
- Managing career path development
- Employee Assistance Program
- DVM Referral Program
- Mental Health Resources
- Relocation assistance available