Veterinarian | Cape Charles, VA

Coastal Living. Closed Weekends. A $125K Signing Bonus.

Full-Time Veterinarian | Cape Charles Animal Hospital | Cape Charles, VA

A $125,000 signing bonus, every weekend off, and quality medicine at a thoughtful pace — all minutes from the Chesapeake Bay. Whether you're a new grad looking for mentorship or an experienced DVM who values autonomy and balance, this is a career you can actually enjoy.

Cape Charles Animal Hospital, a CareVet partner, is seeking a full-time veterinarian to join our collaborative two-doctor small animal practice on Virginia's Eastern Shore.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Closed weekends — your weekends are yours, always
• A comfortable pace — thoughtful appointments, never high-volume
• A collaborative 2-DVM team with strong technician and support staff
• All experience levels welcome — mentorship for newer grads, autonomy for experienced DVMs
• Live on the coast — minutes from beaches, boating, and Chesapeake Bay sunsets

What It's Like to Practice Here

Cape Charles Animal Hospital is a close-knit small animal practice where teamwork, communication, and strong client relationships are at the center of everything we do.

This isn't a high-volume, high-pressure environment. You'll have the time and support to work cases up thoughtfully, get to know your clients, and practice at a comfortable pace. And the role can grow with you — newer veterinarians get mentorship, case guidance, and an experienced team to help build confidence, while experienced doctors get the autonomy to manage their own cases with a collaborative team always available when another perspective helps.

We value:

• Thoughtful appointment pacing and high-quality, compassionate medicine
• Strong technician support and collaborative case management
• Clinical autonomy
• Predictable scheduling and work-life balance

And when the workweek is over, your weekends are yours.

Medical Capabilities & Equipment

You’ll have the tools and clinical support to practice confidently, including:

• Ultrasound
• Tonometry
• Digital radiography
• Electronic medical records
• Dedicated clinical support staff

Who We're Looking For

We’re open to veterinarians at different stages of their careers. This could be a great fit if you’re:

• A newer veterinarian looking for supportive mentorship
• An experienced DVM who values clinical autonomy
• A veterinarian who enjoys building long-term client relationships
• Looking for a collaborative rather than competitive environment
• Ready for a predictable schedule with no weekend shifts
• Interested in building a long‑term career in a close‑knit community

What You’ll Get

• Competitive six-figure base salary plus production
• No negative accrual
• 1:1 personalized career coaching
• Lucrative bonus packages
• Flexible scheduling
• "True" paid time off (base and production)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 100% paid life and disability insurance
• Generous pet care perks
• Access to a financial planning platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time and allowance for professional development
• Access to our doctor vacation program
• And more — check out our Ultimate CarePackage

Live Where Other People Vacation

Cape Charles offers something hard to find in a typical veterinary job: a coastal lifestyle, with your weekends free to actually enjoy it. Located on Virginia's Eastern Shore along the Chesapeake Bay, you’ll have easy access to:

• Beaches and waterfront sunsets
• Boating, fishing, and kayaking
• Local restaurants and shops
• Community events
• Outdoor recreation just minutes from home

It's a place where you can build a fulfilling career while keeping plenty of life outside the hospital.

About CareVet

CareVet is a network of best-in-class veterinary hospitals united by one mission: to provide the very best care for our pets and our team members. Our approach is built on five things we take seriously — practice legacy, team, veterinarians, patients, and community.