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General Information

Ref #
48733
Department
Veterinarian
Job Site
Kiln Creek Animal Care
Date Published
03-16-2026
Pay Class
Full-Time
Base Min.
$ 110000
Base Max.
$ 130000

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
Kiln Creek Animal Care is dedicated to providing high-quality small animal medicine, recognized by both professional peers and the local community. We are proud to be an AAHA-Accredited practice, signifying our commitment to the highest standards of care and operational excellence. This dedication is reflected in our excellent 4.6-star Google rating, demonstrating the trust we have built with pet owners in Newport News. We are seeking talented, passionate veterinary professionals to join our dynamic team, offering you a unique opportunity to do your best work alongside collaborative teammates.

We know that supporting your professional journey is key to your long-term success. Kiln Creek Animal Care is part of a supportive network that places a premium on continued education and career advancement for all teammates. Whether you are aiming to become a credentialed technician, seeking mentorship to hone advanced skills, or looking to move into a leadership role, we have robust programs in place to help you reach your goals. We believe in providing the resources necessary for you to continuously grow and succeed in your veterinary career.

As a hospital committed to progressive medicine, we ensure you have access to the tools and knowledge required for complex cases. Our veterinarians benefit from internal access to specialty consultations, fostering a collaborative environment where challenging medical problems are solved as a team. Our focus is exclusively on small animal care, allowing our teammates to deeply specialize and apply the latest techniques in diagnostics and treatment, ensuring our patients always receive the comprehensive, high-quality care they deserve.

Newport News, Virginia, offers a unique blend of historical richness and modern accessibility in the coastal Hampton Roads region. Settled directly on the James River, this community provides beautiful waterfront views and a comfortable mid-Atlantic lifestyle with easy access to cultural attractions and outdoor activities. Joining Kiln Creek Animal Care places you in a welcoming region that allows you to enjoy both professional fulfillment and a rewarding personal life outside of 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.

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