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River City Veterinary Hospital, proudly serving the Richmond area since 2014, is rooted in providing a collaborative, compassionate, and pro‑active healthcare experience for every patient. The community trust is evident— we hold an exceptional 4.9‑star Google rating and have consistently been recognized as a top provider, earning Richmond Magazine’s Best Veterinary Hospital since 2019, Style Weekly’s Best Animal Hospital since 2016, and Virginia Living Magazine’s Best of Virginia since 2019.

If you are seeking a practice where your medical dedication is recognized by both your teammates and the local pet owners you serve, this is where you can truly do your best work. As a future teammate at River City Veterinary Hospital, you will be joining a team recognized for its deep dedication to medicine and client empathy. The leadership here believes that easing the minds of concerned pet parents, especially in urgent situations, is as vital as the diagnosis itself.

This commitment creates an environment built for professional growth.

• Build lasting relationships: connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet’s lifelong health.
• Practice your best medicine: from diagnosis to treatment, 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. New grads are encouraged to apply!
• 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:
  Competitive base salary and monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
• Total Wellbeing:
  Comprehensive coverage including health, dental, vision, and more, plus maternity leave and 24/7 tele‑Doc access.
• Financial Health: 401(k) with generous company match, plus long‑ and short‑term disability insurance.
• Commitment to Growth:
  Yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.
• The Power of a Network:
  Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.
• Peace of Mind:
  Company‑paid professional liability coverage.

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.

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