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General Information

Ref #
46328
Department
Veterinarian
Job Site
Carolina Beach Animal Hospital
Date Published
12-09-2025
Pay Class
Full-Time
Base Min.
$ 120000
Base Max.
$ 150000

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
Carolina Beach Animal Hospital is dedicated to providing high-quality small animal medicine within a supportive community environment in beautiful Carolina Beach, NC. We are committed to fostering a culture where every veterinarian and support teammate can succeed. The community consistently trusts the care provided here, evidenced by an outstanding 4.7-star Google rating. Drawing on the long-standing expertise and established operational excellence of our sister practice, which has served the Wilmington community since 1991, we offer a stable and resourceful environment. If you are seeking a supportive and medically advanced setting to develop your veterinary career, we invite you to join our growing family of dedicated professionals.

When you join us in Carolina Beach, you become part of a larger network that champions education and continuous improvement. We believe in providing the resources necessary for our teammates to do their best work every day. Whether your goal is to advance into a specialized area of medicine, pursue leadership, or achieve credentialed status, you will have access to structured mentorship and continuing education opportunities designed to help you meet your career goals. This network ensures a foundation of stability and support for every member of the team, fostering a culture where every teammate can grow.

Providing comprehensive care is the foundation of our practice. As a small animal facility, you will routinely practice core medicine including wellness and prevention, alongside advanced care opportunities. Our diagnostic capabilities support robust testing, and we frequently perform surgical procedures. Furthermore, we are equipped to handle urgent care cases, ensuring you maintain a broad and challenging medical caseload. We are dedicated to partnering with clients throughout their pet’s lifetime, ensuring you have the tools and technology needed to deliver the highest standard of modern veterinary care.

Imagine a workday balanced by the relaxing atmosphere of a coastal community. Carolina Beach offers a refreshing location to put down roots or enjoy a new lifestyle. Situated just south of Wilmington, NC, you have immediate access to both the oceanfront environment and the amenities of a larger city. This vibrant coastal community provides a fantastic quality of life, allowing you the space to recharge and enjoy the beautiful natural environment when you step away from the hospital.
Job Description

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

  • Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
  • Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
  • Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
  • Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
  • A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
  • A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
  • Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.