General Practice Veterinarian

Veterinarian (DVM) – Practice Equity Opportunity

Animal Hospital of Wilkes | Wilkesboro, NC

Practice Ownership. Advanced Medicine. Exceptional Quality of Life.

Animal Hospital of Wilkes is seeking a compassionate and motivated Veterinarian (DVM) to join our established, five-doctor small animal practice in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. This role is available full-time or part-time and offers a rare practice equity opportunity for the right full-time candidate.

If you are looking to practice high-quality medicine in a supportive, well‑equipped hospital—while maintaining true work‑life balance—this is an exceptional opportunity to grow your career.

Established in 1958, Animal Hospital of Wilkes has built a loyal client base and a strong reputation for excellence in veterinary care. We are proud to have been voted “Best Veterinary Clinic” by Wilkes Journal-Patriot readers.

Our newly refreshed, free‑standing hospital is fully equipped to support advanced, progressive medicine in a collaborative environment.

• Soft tissue surgery
• Advanced orthopedic procedures
• General and advanced dentistry
• Preventative and wellness care
• Treatment for sick and injured pets
• Boarding and supportive services

We are deeply committed to patient safety and comfort, providing:

• Full in‑house laboratory for pre‑surgical diagnostics
• State‑of‑the‑art anesthesia monitoring and surgical equipment
• Individualized anesthesia and pain management protocols
• Highly skilled and experienced surgical support team
• Warm blankets, attentive post‑op monitoring, and gold‑standard recovery care

• Practice equity
• Competitive compensation with incentive opportunities
• Sign‑on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• 401(k) with employer match

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible scheduling options
• Paid time off (PTO) + dedicated CE PTO and CE allowance
• Student loan debt assistance
• Professional licensure and liability coverage
• Employee discounts
• Free access to Calm Health app
• Career Growth & Support
• Structured mentorship and onboarding
• In‑clinic training to enhance surgical and clinical skillsets
• Ongoing professional development programs
• Collaboration with a network of experienced veterinarians
• The freedom to practice medicine without sacrificing personal well‑being

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)
• Strong foundation in preventative care
• Experience or interest in general surgery and dentistry
• Thrives in a team‑oriented environment
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• Passion for high‑quality, compassionate animal care
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset

If you are unsure whether this role is the right fit, explore additional opportunities on our Careers Page or contact our North Carolina Clinician Recruiter, Sarah Spadavecchia, at sspada

Join a practice where your skills, growth, and future truly matter.