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General Information

Ref #
49881
Department
Veterinarian
Job Site
Southpoint Animal Hospital
Date Published
04-21-2026
Pay Class
Part-Time
Base Min.
$ 70000
Base Max.
$ 100000

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
Welcome to Southpoint Animal Hospital, where our mission is centered on compassionate, advanced patient care and fostering deep community trust. That dedication is reflected in our exceptional 4.9-star Google rating, confirming our commitment to excellence within the Durham community. When you join our hospital, you are stepping into an environment where collaboration is paramount and patient advocacy guides every decision. This is an opportunity for you to truly impact animal health and do your best work in a supportive, high-performing environment.

We understand that you need dedicated support to succeed in veterinary medicine. As part of a larger network of hospitals, Southpoint Animal Hospital invests heavily in your professional development. We offer clear programs designed to help all teammates achieve their career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, moving into leadership, or pursuing advanced educational opportunities. We provide robust continuing education resources and systems designed to promote efficient workflow and scheduling stability, ensuring you have the resources necessary to grow professionally.

Quality of medicine is non-negotiable here, and you will be working in a facility equipped to handle complex cases, including access to specialized in-house services such as Cardiology. For our doctors, this means immediate access to internal specialty consultations and resources that support advanced diagnostics and detailed patient management across a wide spectrum of care. We emphasize a collaborative approach to challenging cases, ensuring that every patient benefits from collective knowledge and state-of-the-art medical protocols.

Locating your career in Durham, NC, means embracing a vibrant, energetic community often affectionately referred to as the "City of Medicine" due to its world-class health institutions. Durham offers a perfect blend of historic charm, technological innovation, and a nationally recognized culinary scene. Known for its strong commitment to arts, excellent educational opportunities, and proximity to Research Triangle Park, this location offers an ideal balance between professional challenge and quality of life. You will find that Durham provides an enriching setting for both personal and professional growth.
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.
  • This position is Part-time.
  • 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. #AVMA