Veterinarian - Applewood Animal Hospital

About the Practice

Applewood Animal Hospital in beautiful Paradise Valley, AZ is proud to be AAHA accredited, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary excellence and patient care. The community has confirmed its trust in us, resulting in an exceptional 4.8‑star Google rating. If you are seeking a supportive environment where your clinical skills are valued and encouraged, this is the opportunity for you to do your best work.

Joining Applewood means becoming part of a network that deeply invests in the success and professional future of every teammate. While delivering exceptional care is our priority, we ensure you have the resources necessary to continue your education and achieve your career goals. This includes structured programs designed to support credentialed technicians and offer clear pathways into leadership or specialized roles.

We provide access to broad continuing education programs and encourage skill diversification so you can grow in your chosen field. Our commitment to comprehensive, advanced medicine is evident in the sophisticated services we provide our patients daily. At Applewood Animal Hospital, you will utilize modern tools, including dedicated equipment for Surgery, high-level Dentistry, therapeutic Laser treatments, and advanced in‑house Radiology.

Veterinarians benefit from internal access to specialty consultations, ensuring that complex cases receive expert review and allowing you to expand your clinical proficiency in a collaborative setting. Applewood Animal Hospital is ideally situated in Paradise Valley, Arizona, a highly desirable and scenic community known for its luxurious yet relaxed Southwestern lifestyle. This location provides an appealing setting for veterinary professionals seeking both high‑quality practice opportunities and access to the unique recreational amenities the greater Phoenix area offers.

You will enjoy excellent weather and a vibrant, supportive community base while building a successful career here.

• Build Lasting Relationships:
  Connect with clients and 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.

• Generous Compensation
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  Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
• Total Wellbeing
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  Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus maternity leave and 24/7 Tele Doc access.
• Financial Health
  : 401(k) featuring a generous company match, plus long & short‑term disability insurance.
• Commitment to Growth
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  Yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off, leadership tracks, and structured mentorship.
• Network Access
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  Nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and exploration.
• Professional Liability Coverage
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  Company‑paid coverage to support you.

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world‑class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper‑local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Driving the award‑winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow.

Mission Pet Health is veterinarian‑led, people‑focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.