Associate Veterinarian at Animal Tracks Veterinary Hospital, Up to $50k sign-on bonus

Company: Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC
Location: Decatur
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Practice: /n Animal Tracks is a small animal clinic that offers a wide range of services including vaccines, surgery, dental cleanings, in-hospital bloodwork, digital radiographs, Ultrasound, boarding, and doggie daycare. The Animal Tracks team is a group of caring individuals dedicated to providing quality pet care in a warm, friendly, and family-like environment. Our passion is animals, and we treat each of our patients as family members. /n/n Position Purpose: /n Our team is ready to welcome a veterinarian of any experience level! As a young doctor, we'll provide mentorship to get you started in this wonderful career. As an experience doctor, we'll support whatever your passions may be! You'll find our Fear Free practice has a "homey" feel (yes our building was originally a house!) with 3 exam rooms, a surgery suite, groomer and boarding kennel. We have updated equipment including inhouse labs, digital radiographs and an ultrasound. And our hours encourage a strong work-life integration with your last appointment at 4:10pm! Ideally, our next doctor will be someone who loves surgery and dentistry! About the area: Decatur is nicknamed "The River City," because of our location in northern Alabama on the banks of Wheeler Lake along the Tennessee River. Hosting some of the premier festivals in the south, you'll want to partake in such events as the Alabama Jubilee, Spirit of America Festival and Riverfest (to name a few!). You'll find Decatur a great place to call home and welcome friends and family! /n/n Essential Responsibilities: /n - Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries. - Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results. - Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options. - Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed. - Provide counsel around pet end of life care. - Maintain patients’ medical records. - Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures. /n/n Requirements/Qualifications: /n - DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution. - Appropriate state licensure. - Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients. - Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance. /n/n Benefits Offered: /n - Unlimited personal time off (PTO) - Bonus incentives - Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance - Retirement benefits (401(k) or Roth(k) with match) - CE and licensure reimbursement - Flexible work schedules - Managing career path development - Employee Assistance Program - DVM Referral Program - Mental Health Resources - Relocation assistance available /n/n Pay Range: /nUSD $115,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.

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