Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian – Helping Hands Veterinary Surgery & Dentistry

Are you passionate about surgery and dentistry and looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? Helping Hands is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and enthusiastic Associate Veterinarian to join our mission‑driven team.

• High surgical and dental volume – grow, refine, and expand your skill set with diverse caseload and opportunities to learn new techniques.
• Freedom to practice medicine – our fixed‑price structure eliminates financial pressure and allows you to focus purely on delivering the best care for each patient.
• True work/life balance – enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule with no required nights or weekends. Optional compensated emergency shifts are available – but never expected.
• Flexibility that fits your life – full‑time and part‑time opportunities available.

• Confidently perform a wide range of soft tissue surgeries.
• Interpret dental radiographs and perform multi‑rooted extractions with proficiency.
• Provide an exceptional level of care to every patient.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and local partners.
• Embody and champion the mission, values, and standards of Helping Hands.
• Follow hospital policies and uphold high‑quality medical record‑keeping.
• Foster a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Minimum of 2 years post‑graduate clinical experience.
• Active, in‑good‑standing state veterinary license.

• Compensation: $110,000–$150,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Professional growth: generous continuing education program, AVMA liability insurance (PLIT), VIN membership.
• Paid time off – sick, personal, vacation, and continuing education days.
• Additional perks: employee assistance program, team‑member pet‑care discounts, and more.

Richmond, VA

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non‑discrimination laws.