About this opportunity
Chattyvets lists this Associate Veterinarian opportunity in havelock, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Emergency Veterinarian – Havelock, NC | Up to $150k + Bonus | Up to $100k Sign-On
Why this role stands out
Looking to build your emergency career in a supportive, well-equipped hospital with exceptional earning potential?
Join a collaborative emergency practice offering:
Up to $150,000 base salary + production bonus
Up to $100,000 sign-on bonus (with time commitment)
No negative accrual
Emergency-only caseload
Strong technician support and mentorship
The Practice
Established emergency-only small animal hospital
Collaborative, fast-paced, team-focused environment
Modern equipment including digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory, surgical and dental suites
Average of 10–15 cases per doctor each day
Excellent 3:1 technician-to-doctor support ratio
Strong relationships with referring veterinary practices
Broad emergency medicine and surgical caseload
The Role
Full-time Emergency Veterinarian position involving:
Emergency consultations and critical care
Medical and surgical emergency case management
Diagnostic imaging and in-house laboratory interpretation
Emergency surgery where appropriate
Client communication during urgent and critical cases
Collaboration with experienced emergency clinicians and nursing staff
Suitable for
Experienced Emergency Veterinarians
GP Veterinarians looking to transition into emergency medicine
Early-career DVMs seeking mentorship
Veterinarians who enjoy a varied, fast-paced caseload
Salary & Benefits
$130,000–$150,000 base salary
Production bonus
Up to $100,000 sign-on bonus
Long-Term Incentive (LTI) cash programme
No negative accrual
401(k) with company match
Health, dental & vision insurance
CE allowance plus paid licences and professional dues
Relocation assistance
Flexible scheduling
Mentorship and career development
Referral bonus programme
Location
Havelock, North Carolina offers an outstanding coastal lifestyle just minutes from the Crystal Coast. Enjoy beautiful beaches, boating, fishing, waterfront communities including New Bern and Morehead City, and an excellent quality of life with a lower cost of living than many coastal destinations.
Requirements
DVM / VMD (or equivalent)
Eligible to work in the US
Passion for emergency and urgent care medicine
Strong communication and teamwork skills
New graduates and experienced veterinarians welcome
DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university
NAVLE certification
ECFVG or PAVE (if graduated from a non-AVMA accredited program)
DEA, State, and USDA licences (or ability to obtain upon hire)
This role is advertised by Global Veterinary Careers.
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Worksite address
havelock, NC, 28532, US
Who can apply
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