Part-Time Associate Veterinarian

Job overview

The Part-Time Associate Veterinarian role is onsite at Tri-County Animal Clinic in Paintsville, KY. Compensation is not specified for this part-time role; the posting notes that part-time compensation is prorated based on experience and hours or shifts worked. Tri-County Animal Clinic provides community pet care, including preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, and cold laser therapy. The veterinarian provides ongoing clinical care while supporting a consistent home-hospital assignment and a flexible schedule. The role contributes to the clinic’s care standards through examinations, diagnostics, treatment, client education, and collaboration with the hospital team.

What you'll do

• Conduct comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• communicate with and educate clients
• perform diagnostic procedures and surgery
• maintain accurate medical records
• prescribe medications and follow controlled-substance protocols
• promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• coordinate weekly priorities with the Hospital Manager
• monitor hospital cases and attend daily rounds when possible
• participate in practice-management updates and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time associate veterinarian

paintsville ky

tri-county animal clinic

petvet care centers

veterinary medicine

patient exams

diagnostics

surgery

client education

dvm or vmd

current veterinary license

dea registration

1+ year veterinary practice experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Signing and retention incentives up to $50,000
• CE stipend
• licensing and dues reimbursement
• 401(k)
• team member pet discounts
• emotional wellbeing support, Calm app access, and 24/7 EAP.

Why this role

Predictable hours and a consistent home hospital assignment; signing and retention incentives are offered up to $50,000.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.