Veterinarian

Job Type: Veterinarian - General Practice

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Join Our Growing Team at Ferry Farm Animal Clinic!

Experienced Veterinarian or New Graduate | Fredericksburg, VA

Ferry Farm Animal Clinic , a GP Animal Hospitalin Fredericksburg, Virginia, is seeking a Veterinarian to join our team.

New Graduates: We Want You! -- Structured Mentorship That Sets You Up for Success

• $115,000-$140,000 base salary (based on experience)
• Generous time off
• Annual CE funds & CE days
• Liability insurance
• 401(k)

Why Ferry Farm? For over 40 years, we've been a trusted pillar of the Fredericksburg community. We're expanding our 4-doctor, 2-LVT practice and looking for a passionate veterinarian ready to make an impact.

Starting your veterinary career can feel overwhelming—we get it. That's why we've built a mentorship program designed to give you confidence, clinical skills, and the support you need to thrive:

• Gradual caseload progression tailored to your comfort level
• Direct mentorship from experienced doctors with diverse specialties
• Real-time guidance on diagnostics, treatment plans, and client communication
• Surgery training from initial observation to supervised practice to independence
• Regular check-ins to discuss cases, answer questions, and celebrate wins
• A collaborative environment where asking questions is encouraged, not judged

You'll build your skills systematically while developing your own client base in a supportive, team-oriented practice. Our tenured staff and doctors are genuinely invested in your growth—you'll never feel like you're on an island.

What Makes Us Different

• We thrive on collaboration over competition . Our team has diverse backgrounds and experience levels—we genuinely learn from each other. Every patient gets personalized attention, every client receives exceptional service, and every voice matters.
• Modern Facilities Include: 6 exam rooms | Dual surgical suite with laser | Ultrasound | Idexx & Heska in-house labs | Laser therapy & acupuncture | Avimark system | Tenured, supportive staff

Work-Life Balance That Actually Exists

• 4-day work week + every other Saturday
• Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm (appointments 9am-12pm & 3pm-6pm) | Sat 8am-12pm
• Volume: 20-25 appointments daily in manageable blocks
• Stay busy and engaged without burning out. Build your clientele quickly with our loyal patient base.

Perfect Location -- Fredericksburg blends historic charm with modern convenience—just 45 minutes to both Richmond and D.C. Enjoy Revolutionary War history, the Rappahannock River, craft breweries, and a thriving food scene. Learn more

Who We're Looking For

Whether you're a new graduate eager to learn or an experienced veterinarian ready to hit the ground running—we want to hear from you. Surgery experience is a plus but not required. We value passion for medicine, commitment to compassionate care, and enthusiasm for collaborative practice.