Company Description:
Amethyst Veterinary Clinic is a 100% privately owned and operated, small-animal veterinary practice located in Chandler, Arizona.
Our mission is to provide exceptional medical care while building lasting relationships with our clients, patients, and team members. We believe the best veterinary medicine combines evidence-based clinical decision-making with compassion, collaboration, and personalized care. Being a privately owned clinic, we strive to set ourselves apart from the either partially or fully corporate owned clinics in the area. We also never intend to be apart of a corporate or buying group.
As an independently owned practice, we value quality over quantity. Our doctors are supported by an experienced team, modern equipment, and a culture that encourages thoughtful medicine, client education, and continuous professional growth. We strive to create an environment where veterinarians have the time, resources, and support to practice medicine the right way while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Role Description:
This is a part-time or full-time, on-site Associate Veterinarian position based in Chandler, Arizona.
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care for companion animals while working collaboratively with an experienced support team. This position offers a balanced schedule consisting of dedicated surgery days and appointment (room) days, allowing veterinarians to maintain and strengthen both their surgical and medical skills while providing continuity of care for their patients.
Responsibilities include performing physical examinations, diagnosing and treating medical conditions, interpreting laboratory and diagnostic imaging results, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, and performing routine soft tissue surgeries and dentistry.
Our veterinarians are expected to communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, educate pet owners on preventive health, and partner with our technicians and client service team to deliver an exceptional client experience. The position also includes maintaining accurate medical records, contributing to the continued development of hospital medical standards and protocols, and fostering a positive, collaborative workplace culture.
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited veterinary college.
- Active Arizona veterinary license (or eligibility for Arizona licensure).
- Experience in companion animal medicine, surgery, and dentistry. New graduates seeking strong clinical mentorship are encouraged to apply if they demonstrate a commitment to learning and professional growth.
- Commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based medicine.
- Excellent communication and client education skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client service representatives.
- Professional, compassionate, and team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to prioritize multiple cases while maintaining attention to detail and high medical standards.
- Comfortable using electronic medical records and modern veterinary technology.
- Commitment to continuing education and lifelong professional development.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base Salary (Full- Time): $120,000–$130,000 annually, depending on experience (DOE)
- Production Compensation: Additional quarterly production bonuses available through a transparent production compensation model
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package offered, including health insurance contribution, paid time off, paid sick leave, continuing education support, professional licensing assistance, employee pet care benefits, and additional practice-sponsored benefits.
We believe in offering competitive, transparent compensation that rewards high-quality medicine, collaboration, and long-term professional growth.
Pay: From $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
