Veterinarian - Arlington Animal Hospital

Overview

Arlington Animal Hospital has been a dedicated partner in pet healthcare in the Arlington community since 1938. We treat pets like our own, and we look for teammates who share that deep commitment to compassion and excellence. You will join an environment dedicated to quality, recognized by our American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accreditation. This distinction means we regularly meet or exceed rigorous standards covering surgery, patient care, diagnostic imaging, emergency services, and anesthesiology.

This commitment to superior care is reflected in our excellent 4.7-star community rating. If you are ready to put your clinical skills to use in a highly respected and established practice, we invite you to do your best work here. You will be integrated into a stable and experienced team that includes four Associate DVMs and a dedicated Medical Director.

Working alongside this group of established clinicians, you will find consistent support and opportunities to learn and refine your skill set. Our long history in Arlington ensures deep community ties and a steady, appreciative client base. We prioritize an environment where every teammate feels valued and equipped to handle the varying demands of high-quality veterinary medicine, ensuring you have the structure necessary to succeed every day.

The clinical services at Arlington Animal Hospital are comprehensive, covering wellness and preventative medicine, testing and diagnostics, and advanced care procedures. Our AAHA accreditation guarantees that you will be working with protocols that meet the highest standards for patient safety and clinical rigor, particularly in complex areas like surgical procedures, emergency care, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesiology. We provide the tools and procedures necessary for you to practice cutting-edge medicine, whether you are managing routine pet wellness or overseeing critical cases requiring advanced intervention.

Located in Arlington, Virginia, you are joining a vibrant, highly educated, and engaged community. Arlington offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and accessibility, situated immediately across the Potomac River from Washington D.C. This location provides access to world-class museums, arts, dining, and outdoor activities, ensuring a robust quality of life outside of the hospital. For veterinary professionals, working in Arlington means serving clients who are deeply invested in their pet's health and who appreciate the level of medical excellence you provide.

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

• Generous Compensation: Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
• Total Wellbeing: Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 Tele Doc access.
• Financial Health: Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.
• Commitment to Growth: Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.
• The Power of a Network: Tap into a nationwide community of…