Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian (Full-Time or Part-Time)

The Pet Space Veterinary Hospital | Lexington, South Carolina

Privately Owned. Veterinarian-Led.

Compensation

• Salary: $130,000–$160,000 (Full-Time, based on experience)
• Sign-On Bonus Available
• Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
• No Non-Compete Agreement

Practice medicine the way you imagined when you became a veterinarian.

At The Pet Space Veterinary Hospital, we believe exceptional medicine begins with exceptional people.

We’re a privately owned, veterinarian-led hospital where medical decisions are made by veterinarians. Our mission is simple: provide outstanding patient care while creating a workplace where doctors are respected, supported, and genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Whether you’re looking for a full-time career or a flexible part-time schedule, we’d love to meet you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Full-time or part-time schedules available
• $130,000–$160,000 annual salary (full-time, based on experience)
• Production bonus
• Sign-on bonus
• No non-compete agreement
• Four-day work week available for full-time doctors
• No weekends
• No after-hours emergency duty
• Monthly student loan repayment assistance available
• Relocation assistance available
• Paid vacation
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid AVMA, SCVMA, DEA, licensing, and professional dues
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Cloud-based practice management software
• AI-assisted medical records to reduce charting and improve work-life balance
• Highly skilled technicians who allow doctors to focus on practicing medicine
• Clinical autonomy with mentorship always available
• Opportunity to see pocket pets and exotics if interested (not required)

A Culture That Puts People First

Veterinary medicine is challenging enough without a difficult workplace.

We’ve intentionally built a positive, supportive culture where people are treated with respect, teamwork comes before ego, and doctors are trusted to practice medicine without unnecessary bureaucracy.

Our technicians work at the top of their abilities, allowing veterinarians to focus on diagnosing, treating, performing surgery, and building lasting relationships with clients—not spending hours completing tasks that can be delegated.

We believe outstanding medicine and a healthy work-life balance should go hand in hand.

About The Pet Space

Located in beautiful Lexington, South Carolina, just minutes from Columbia, The Pet Space Veterinary Hospital is a modern, progressive small animal practice committed to compassionate, high-quality medicine.

Our Hospital Features

• Digital radiography
• Digital dental radiography
• In-house laboratory
• Modern surgical suite
• Cloud-based medical records
• AI-assisted documentation technology

Who We’re Looking For

• Passionate about practicing high-quality medicine
• Values teamwork and collaboration
• Enjoys educating clients and building long-term relationships
• Has a positive attitude and growth mindset
• Wants to be part of a practice where their voice matters

Whether you’re an experienced veterinarian or a new graduate looking for mentorship, we’d love to hear from you.

Compensation & Benefits

Full-Time

• $130,000–$160,000 annual salary
• Production bonus
• Sign-on bonus
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid vacation
• CE allowance
• Professional dues, licensing, DEA, AVMA & SCVMA paid
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Relocation assistance

Part-Time

Looking for more flexibility? We welcome part-time veterinarians and are happy to build a schedule that fits your lifestyle while allowing you to practice exceptional medicine with an outstanding team.

Join Our Team

If you’re looking for a hospital where you’ll be appreciated as both a veterinarian and a person, we’d love to meet you.

Come join a team that believes great medicine starts with taking care of the people who practice it.

The Pet Space Veterinary Hospital
Lexington, South Carolina

Privately Owned. Veterinarian-Led. Compassionate Medicine. Exceptional People.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited veterinary school
• Eligible for or currently licensed to practice veterinary medicine in South Carolina
• DEA license (or ability to obtain)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in small animal general practice is preferred but not required
• Interest in surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, and preventive care
• Interest in pocket pets and exotics is welcomed but not required

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Practices medicine with compassion, integrity, and professionalism
• Enjoys educating clients and building lasting relationships
• Values teamwork, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Wants to grow with a progressive, privately owned practice

Who Should Apply

• Experienced veterinarians
• Recent graduates seeking mentorship
• Veterinarians returning to clinical practice after time away
• Full-time and part-time applicants

If you’re passionate about practicing high-quality medicine in a supportive, veterinarian-led environment, we’d love to hear from you.