Associate Veterinarian with work-life balance, signing bonus and growth opportunities

Associate Veterinarian

Find Your Forever Practice at Fairfax Veterinary Hospital

Are you looking for your forever practice? Look no further.

At Fairfax Veterinary Hospital (FVH), we believe veterinary medicine should be rewarding—for our patients, our clients, and the people who provide their care. Since opening in 2019, we’ve built a vibrant, growing private, integrative medicine practice centered around fear‑free, high‑quality medicine and a genuinely supportive team culture.

We’re looking for a veterinarian who wants more than just a job—a place to thrive, learn, build relationships, and grow for the long term.

“The supportiveness and teamness are something that mean a lot to me.”

Why FVH?

A Practice Where You Can Thrive

We’re proud to be a Fear Free‑focused practice where patient comfort and emotional wellbeing are just as important as medical care. Our team embraces an approach that makes veterinary visits less stressful for patients, clients, and our team.

Our environment is open, friendly, and collaborative. We encourage strong relationships with our clients, patients, and one another—and our clients are educated, engaged, and committed to providing exceptional care for their pets.

“It’s not super common to find your unicorn clinic with all the love and support.”

A Team That Has Your Back

At FVH, you’ll never feel like you’re practicing alone.

Our team is knowledgeable, innovative, empathetic, passionate, and committed to helping each other succeed. We believe everyone should have opportunities to learn, whether you’re a brand‑new graduate or a seasoned veterinarian.

New grads are absolutely welcome! We’re excited to provide mentorship and hands‑on support as you build confidence and develop your career.

“I appreciate the endless learning opportunities and the positive environment.”

We Believe in Work‑Life Balance

We’re not a factory.

We value every member of our team and intentionally create a workplace where people can build fulfilling careers without sacrificing their lives outside of work.

That means:

• 4‑day work week with an ideal, flexible schedule
• REAL lunch breaks
• NO on‑call
• NO Sundays
• Only 1 Saturday per month
• NO negative accrual
• A strong focus on wellbeing, team building, and professional development
• A supportive environment where your voice matters

“I like how much you truly care about our wellbeing—providing snacks, mental health resources, and general openness to listening to our personal concerns.”

Our Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package designed to support you professionally, financially, and personally:

• Industry‑leading compensation
• Signing bonus
• Quarterly bonuses
• 3:1 technician‑to‑doctor ratio
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k)
• Unlimited continuing education, certifications & licensing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation & sick leave
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Mentorship & collaboration
• Company‑sponsored social and community events
• Modern equipment
• Diverse and interesting caseload
• Impressive employee pet health care discount
• And plenty of other perks!

A Practice That Takes Pride in High Standards

FVH is proud to be:

• Gold Status FelineVMA Certified Cat Friendly Practice
• A Fear Free‑certified practice with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and receptionists who are committed to Fear Free principles
• A modern practice offering integrative, high‑quality medicine
• A collaborative learning environment where professional growth is encouraged

About You

You’re a licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who cares deeply about your patients, enjoys building relationships with clients, and believes in being a lifelong learner.

Whether you’re a new graduate looking for exceptional mentorship or an experienced veterinarian ready for a practice where you can truly feel at home, we’d love to meet you.

Most importantly, you’re looking for a team where you can practice great medicine, be supported, have a life outside of work, and enjoy coming to work every day.

About the Opportunity

Job Type: Full‑time or Part‑time

Salary: From $130,000/year for full‑time

Signing Bonus: Available

Professional Development: Generous CE, certifications & licensing support

Ready to Find Your Forever Practice?

If you’re looking for a veterinary hospital where your wellbeing matters, your growth is encouraged, and your team truly has your back, Fairfax Veterinary Hospital may be the place you’ve been looking for.

Come grow with us. Come practice with us. Come find your forever practice.