Associate Veterinarian - Chester Animal Clinic & West Chester Pet Resort

Overview

Build Your Veterinary Career in the Heart of Chester, VA

Join Chester Animal Clinic & West Chester Pet Resort as our next Associate Veterinarian and bring your skills to the forefront. At Chester Animal Clinic in Chester, VA, our full-service small-animal hospital is known for its friendly team, loyal clients, and strong reputation for practicing the highest standard of preventative, curative and surgical veterinary care. We’re looking for someone who is ready to take the lead!

Chester offers the best of both worlds: small-town charm with quick access to the culture and convenience of downtown Richmond. Enjoy family-friendly neighborhoods, local parks, and a supportive work environment with no weekend hours, so you can thrive both professionally and personally.

• Compassionate, Quality Medicine - We offer full-service veterinary care with a focus on wellness, prevention, surgery, dentistry, and more, delivered with integrity and empathy every step of the way.
• Supportive, Skilled Team - Join a group of dedicated professionals who collaborate seamlessly and believe in growing together. You’ll have the tools and autonomy you need to thrive.
• Work-Life Balance Built In - With a Monday–Friday schedule and no weekend shifts, you’ll enjoy real time to recharge while making a meaningful impact during the workweek.

• US-licensed DVM or DVM equivalent driven to make a difference in animal healthcare.

• Confident in medical exams, surgery, diagnostics, treatment planning, and client communication.

• A natural collaborator who thrives in a team-oriented environment.

• Committed to client education, clear communication, and positive outcomes.

• A leader who supports, uplifts, and motivates your technician and support staff.

• Ready to grow in a practice that champions both professional excellence and a vibrant workplace culture.

• Generous CE Allowance + access to Encore Performance Academy trainings.

• Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Pet Benefits, 401(k) with up to a 5% match.

• Paid parental leave and holiday pay.

• Professional dues coverage + student loan assistance.

• Encore’s mentorship and Performance Academy to set you up for success as a leader.

• Local leadership, medical autonomy, and the backing of Encore Vet Group, a supportive network of 55 veterinarian-led practices who keeps it real and supports practices achieve their own unique goals.

Our base salary range is from $110k-$140k (or higher) based on experience and production capabilities. We have pro-sal and salary options and we’re open to offering a sign-on bonus or relocation package. We can be creative with your total compensation package so that you get the things you need to be able to come join us!

Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special?

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Chester Animal Clinic & West Chester Pet Resort is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you:

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future.

Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.