Associate Veterinarian

$200K Your Way — Full-Time First-Year Guaranteed Compensation (Based on Experience)

What would make the biggest impact for you — a larger signing bonus or a higher guaranteed salary?

At Bedford Veterinary Medical Centre, full-time veterinarians can receive a customized first‑year compensation package totaling up to $200K, based on experience. You choose how it’s structured to best match your financial goals.

In addition, you’ll receive production pay, schedule flexibility, true paid time off, and strong clinical support so you can practice high‑quality medicine without burnout.

Bedford Veterinary Medical Centre is a well‑established small animal practice built around consistency, efficiency, and a respectful team culture. Our doctors are trusted to practice medicine their way — without production pressure or micromanagement.

You’ll be supported by experienced technicians and a team that understands workflow, allowing you to focus on patient care instead of constantly troubleshooting operations.

• Appropriate appointment pacing
• Thoughtful case workups
• Collaborative discussion when wanted — independence when preferred
• Predictable scheduling and real work‑life balance
• A drama‑free, team‑oriented environment
• This is an ideal setting for a veterinarian who wants to practice quality medicine, build client relationships, and enjoy their career long‑term.

You’ll have the tools and staff to work cases up properly:

• Fully equipped surgical suite
• Digital diagnostics and imaging
• Modern treatment and dental area
• Skilled technical support staff
• Established client base

• Experienced DVMs seeking stability and long‑term fit
• Veterinarians who value autonomy in medical decision‑making
• Clinicians interested in practicing high‑quality medicine with appropriate appointment pacing
• DVMs who enjoy surgery, and dentistry

• Six‑figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
• Lucrative Equity Bonus Package or option for cash Signing Bonus
• Student loan support, relocation stipend and no upfront non‑compete.
• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance
• Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Veterinarian‑focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb, Care Vet’s vacation properties
• Mentorship‑driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to Care Vet’s on‑staff licensed social worker
• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out Care Vet’s Ultimate Care Package!

To learn more, contact:

Skyler Lair

Care Vet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best‑in‑class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.