Associate Veterinarian – Newport, Kentucky

Associate Veterinarian – Newport, Kentucky

About the Role

An established small animal practice in Newport, Kentucky is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join its supportive clinical team.

The position offers a base salary of $107,000–$156,000 per year plus production-based earning potential, with additional sign-on incentives and relocation support available for eligible candidates.

This opportunity combines flexible scheduling, clinical autonomy, comprehensive benefits, student loan assistance, and ongoing professional development, making it suitable for veterinarians at different stages of their careers.

Both new graduate and experienced veterinarians are encouraged to apply, with mentorship, coaching, and development resources available.

About the Practice

The practice provides comprehensive small animal general and preventative veterinary care to pets throughout the Newport and Northern Kentucky area.

Veterinarians are supported by an experienced clinical team and have access to the resources required to provide high-quality preventative medicine, diagnostics, treatment, and ongoing patient care.

The working environment encourages veterinarians to exercise clinical autonomy while collaborating closely with veterinary technicians and other team members.

Professional development is strongly supported, with access to continuing education, career coaching, mentorship, and potential leadership opportunities.

Flexible scheduling and wellbeing resources are also available to help veterinarians maintain a sustainable balance between their professional and personal lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical care to small animal patients
• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and preventative health assessments
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Develop individualised treatment and preventative healthcare plans
• Perform appropriate medical and surgical procedures based on experience
• Recommend and interpret relevant diagnostic testing
• Educate pet owners on preventative healthcare, nutrition, and long-term wellbeing
• Communicate diagnoses and treatment recommendations clearly and compassionately
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records
• Collaborate effectively with veterinary technicians and fellow clinicians
• Contribute to a positive and professional working environment
• Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities

Candidate Profile

Applicants should hold a DVM or equivalent veterinary degree and hold, or be eligible to obtain, an active Kentucky veterinary licence.

Applications are welcomed from experienced veterinarians and recent graduates.

New graduates can benefit from structured professional support and mentorship, while experienced veterinarians will have opportunities to exercise greater clinical autonomy and pursue further career development.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, sound clinical judgement, compassion, and enthusiasm for delivering high-quality preventative and general veterinary medicine.

Compensation & Benefits

A comprehensive package is available with an emphasis on financial wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance.

Benefits may include:

• Base salary: $107,000–$156,000 per year
• Additional production-based earning potential
• Enhanced sign-on incentives available
• Relocation assistance
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave and family-support benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Health savings account options
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Professional liability and malpractice insurance
• Student loan and veterinary debt assistance
• Paid continuing education opportunities
• Career coaching and mentorship
• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee veterinary care benefits
• Clinical autonomy
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development