Veterinarian, or New Grad

About the Role

Coastal Animal Hospital is seeking a veterinarian to join their four-doctor practice in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. The practice offers comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to pets. Opportunities exist for clinical interest exploration and professional growth. Both experienced veterinarians and new graduates are welcome. Part-time opportunities are available.

Practice Environment

• Established, four-doctor practice located on the coast.
• Stand-alone hospital with a surgical suite, dedicated radiology and treatment areas, a specialized dental suite, and an in-house pharmacy.
• Transitioning towards a paper-lite workflow.
• Patient population: Approximately 95% small animal and 5% exotics.
• Veterinarians perform surgeries from routine spays to exploratory procedures.
• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon visits monthly.
• Services offered include exotic pet care, house calls, and same-day appointments.
• Typical daily patient load: Approximately 20 patients, with 20-minute appointments and drop-off options.
• Support team includes two licensed veterinary technicians and two team members pursuing licensure.
• Ratio of approximately two technicians or assistants per doctor.
• Emphasis on collaboration, questions, and continued learning.
• Monthly team dinners and local outreach events.

New Graduate Mentorship

• Case discussions and guidance from experienced veterinarians.
• Hands-on surgical training.
• Longer appointment times during mentorship.
• Support for building confidence and managing patients.

Schedule Highlights

• Four weekdays per week.
• Eventual Saturday rotation (every fourth to fifth Saturday, 8 a.m.–2 p.m.), with an additional day off in those weeks.
• No required after-hours or on-call duties.
• Optional after-hours emergency work for additional income.
• Part-time opportunities available.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to pets.
• Perform surgeries ranging from routine spays to exploratory procedures.
• Offer exotic pet care.
• Conduct house calls.
• Manage same-day appointments.
• See approximately 20 patients daily.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Equipment

• Ultrasound with Doppler.
• Digital X-ray.
• Therapeutic laser.
• IDEXX in-house blood and urine diagnostics (including ProCyte, SediVue, Catalyst Dx, and VetLab UA).
• Exam lift table with an integrated scale.
• Tono-Pen.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in North Carolina.
• Passionate about providing quality care.
• Interest in a practice that values growth.

Benefits

• Superior salary.
• Health and dental benefits.
• 401(k).
• CE days.
• Vacation.
• EAP.

Location

• Kitty Hawk, North Carolina (Outer Banks).
• Opportunities for beaches, boating, kayaking, and exploring coastal attractions.

Contact

Email [email protected]