Part-time Veterinarian role in Norfolk, VA with compensation up to $130,000. A flexible, client-focused practice seeks a caring doctor to deliver high-quality primary care in a supportive setting.
The Hospital
This is a busy, community-focused small-animal clinic located within a high-traffic retail environment, making access easy for clients and offering a steady, varied caseload. The team includes veterinarians, experienced technicians and assistants, client service coordinators, and a practice manager, fostering collaboration and smooth day-to-day operations. Services span wellness and preventive care, vaccinations, microchipping, dental cleanings, basic surgery, in-clinic diagnostics and testing, and care for small and exotic pets. On-site facilities include a surgical suite, dental equipment, and in-clinic diagnostics, supported by an on-site and online pharmacy with veterinary-recommended products. The culture emphasizes mentorship, learning pathways, and career growth, along with clinic-supported preventive care plans and 24/7 tele-advice options that help maintain continuity of care.
Location
Norfolk blends waterfront living with a dynamic economy and year-round cultural energy, offering an outstanding quality of life on the Chesapeake Bay.
- Coastal lifestyle with a walkable downtown, riverfront parks, and an active dining and entertainment scene
- Home to the world’s largest naval station and a major East Coast port, anchoring a stable local economy
- Strong higher-education presence with Old Dominion University and Norfolk State University fueling partnerships and talent
- Renowned arts and culture, including the Chrysler Museum of Art, Nauticus, opera, symphony, and the NEON arts district
- Outdoor recreation at Norfolk Botanical Garden, the Virginia Zoo, seven miles of bay shoreline, and the Elizabeth River Trail
- Easy travel via Norfolk International Airport and convenient light-rail and ferry connections across Hampton Roads
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Mental health and wellbeing resources, including counseling and coaching
- Company-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid parental leave
- Continuing education allowance for eligible roles
- Back-up child and elder care, plus family support resources
- Fertility and family-building support
- Digital exercise and wellness programs
- Voluntary protection benefits for critical illness, accident, and hospital stays
- Legal plan and identity protection
- Commuter benefits
- Free preventive care plans for up to three personal pets
- Employee discounts on products and services
- Flexible scheduling and support to practice medicine with professional autonomy
- Structured coaching, leadership development, and clear growth pathways
- Inclusive workplace with equity and diversity resources
- Organized volunteer opportunities
The Role
- Part-time schedule with flexibility
- Provide high-quality primary care with a preventive focus across wellness exams, vaccinations, microchipping, and client education
- Perform dental cleanings and basic soft-tissue surgery within a well-equipped primary-care setting
- Utilize in-clinic diagnostics to inform case management and treatment plans
- Build lasting client relationships and communicate clearly about care options and follow-up
- Collaborate closely with technicians, assistants, and client service teams to ensure efficient, compassionate care
- Contribute to a positive, team-centered culture and support continuous quality improvement
- See primarily dogs and cats, with the option to care for small mammals, birds, or reptiles based on interest and experience
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent from an accredited program
- Active license (or eligibility) to practice veterinary medicine in Virginia
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- DEA registration (or eligibility) for controlled substances
- Strong commitment to preventive medicine, client communication, and collaborative teamwork
- New graduates and experienced veterinarians are encouraged to apply
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