Associate Veterinarian - Mountain Meets Meaningful Medicine - Associate Veterinarian - Franklin, NC

Noah's Ark Companion Animal Hospital is a collaborative general practice with an experienced DVM team and strong support staff. We're looking for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys building lasting client relationships, practicing quality medicine, and incorporating routine surgery into their caseload.

Noah's Ark Companion Animal Hospital

• Practice type:
  General Practice
• Avg. daily patient volume:
  Approximately 16 appointments per doctor
• Appointment length: 20 minutes
• Support staff ratio: 2:1 DVM-to-tech ratio, including credentialed support
• Case mix:
  Preventive care, general medicine, and routine soft tissue surgery
• Specialty support:
  Visiting orthopedic surgeon
• Schedule:
  
  Typically 4 days per week with 10-hour shifts; flexibility available based on days/hours
• No on-call, overnight, or urgent care hours
• Team culture:
  Highly collaborative, experienced DVM team with strong support staff

We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.

• $130,000 annual base salary + production opportunity
• DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program - earn annual bonuses based on your production
• No negative accrual:
  We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
• Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
• CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
• Referral bonus program:
  Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
• Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Medical autonomy:
  Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team
• Robust support:
  Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence
• Experienced team:
  Work alongside DVMs with 5+ years of experience in a highly collaborative environment
• We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
• You'll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career

You are a veterinarian who is:

• Experienced in general practice and comfortable with a routine surgical caseload
• Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
• Confident practicing independently while collaborating with your fellow DVMs and support team
• A positive teammate who values a supportive hospital culture
• Committed to continuous growth and excellence

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university
• Experience practicing small animal general medicine
• Routine surgical experience required
• Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
• Strong communication and client-education skills

Noah's Ark Companion Animal Hospital is located in Franklin, North Carolina, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains. The area offers a relaxed mountain lifestyle with hiking, waterfalls, scenic drives, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors while still having a welcoming local community.

Franklin is a great fit for someone looking for more breathing room, beautiful surroundings, and a strong sense of community outside of work.