Associate Veterinarian (Part-Time, No On-Call/Emergencies)
Hospital: Rootstown Veterinary Hospital
Location: Rootstown/Ravenna, Ohioย
Status: Part-Time (Flexible 18โ27 hours/week)
Position Type: AAHA-Accredited | Independently Owned | No Emergency or On-Call
Practice Medicine the Way It Should Be
Tired of corporate production quotas, burnout culture, and one-size-fits-all protocols? At Rootstown Veterinary Hospital, we believe excellent patient care starts with supporting the people who provide it.
We are a thriving, privately owned small-animal clinic looking for a part-time Associate Veterinarian who values autonomy, collaboration, and a schedule that respects your life outside of work. No quotas. No emergency hours. Just thoughtful, case-by-case medicine in a supportive, team-centered environment.
Meet the Team
We currently have two full-time veterinarians, with our owner rotating between part-time and full-time coverage to support flexible scheduling and balanced workloads.
Why Youโll Love It Here
- Freedom to Practice: No rigid corporate mandates. We encourage open thinking and individualized treatment plans where patient care comes first, not production targets.
- A Culture That Cares: From annual team gatherings to monthly book clubs and interactive team meetings, your voice is heard here. Leadership actively monitors workloads to prevent overwhelm.
- Structure:ย 1-hour lunch breaks + catch-up blocks built into the schedule.ย
- Incredible Support: Work alongside a collaborative, long-term team (together 3+ years) with an exceptional 5โ6 support staff per veterinarian (including dedicated RVTs, assistants, and receptionists).
Weโre happy to provide references from previous relief and hired veterinarians upon request.
Exceptional Compensation & Unique Benefits
- Salary: $70,000โ$100,000 (Based on 18โ27 hours/week)
- Student Loan Relief: Monthly student loan contribution paid directly to your lender.
- Health & Retirement: Monthly health insurance stipend + 401(k) with employer match.
- CE & Dues: Fully paid CE (includes full conference registration + 3-night hotel stay), plus paid AVMA, OVMA, license fees, and DEA registration.
- Perks: Paid vacation/personal time, performance bonuses, yearly uniform allowance, and generous employee pet discounts.
Our Facility & Technology
We operate out of a beautifully designed facility equipped with the tools you need to practice high-quality medicine:
- Large surgical suite with Bionet BM3 monitor (COโ sensor)
- Full-body digital radiography & Midmark dental radiographs (Dentalaire unit)
- In-house Idexx CBC, Chemistry Analyzer & Urinalysis, plus Tonovet Pro & K-Laser therapy
- Traveling ultrasound & echocardiogram services with board-certified IM/Cardiology review
- Updated electronic medical records (Impromed system)
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a collaborative, growth-minded veterinarian who is passionate about small animal medicine and dedicated to ethical, compassionate care.
Requirements:
- DVM or equivalent veterinary degree from an accredited institution.
- Active veterinary license in the State of Ohio (or eligible to receive one).
- Strong communication skills, a healthy sense of humor, and an emotionally intelligent, team-oriented approach.
- Flexibility to work part-time hours, including rotating Saturdays.
- Bonus points if you have a special interest or focus in dental work!
Ready to practice medicine with integrity?
Weโd love to meet you and show you around!
- Visit our website: www.rootstownvethospital.com
- See our culture in action: Follow us on Facebook and TikTok @RootstownVH
To Apply: Please apply or submit your resume to us directly. We look forward to welcoming a new teammate who cares deeply about people, pets, and a healthy workplace.