Associate Veterinarian – Mixed Animal – Green Forest, Arkansas
Location: Green Forest, Arkansas
Schedule: Full-time | Flexible scheduling
Compensation: Competitive salary plus sign-on bonus (from $130,000 to $150,000)
Benefits: Relocation assistance, student loan support, paid CE, 401(k), comprehensive insurance, DVM mentorship and future ownership opportunities
About the Role
A well-established mixed animal practice in Green Forest, Arkansas is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join its experienced three-doctor team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys variety, with a diverse caseload comprising approximately 50% small animal, 40% large animal and 10% exotic and pocket pet medicine.
The position offers flexible scheduling, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, student loan assistance and future ownership opportunities, alongside the clinical autonomy to develop individual areas of interest.
Both experienced mixed animal veterinarians and new graduates are encouraged to apply. New graduates can benefit from hands-on experience, experienced colleagues and access to a wider DVM mentorship network.
About the Practice
The practice provides comprehensive veterinary care for companion animals, livestock and exotic patients throughout Green Forest and the surrounding Northwest Arkansas communities.
Veterinarians benefit from a broad range of diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including digital full-body radiography, ultrasonography and in-house diagnostics.
Clinical services include preventative and wellness care, small and large animal surgery, urgent care, dentistry, bovine reproductive medicine, exotic and pocket pet medicine, diagnostic imaging and boarding.
The facilities are also expanding to include a dedicated large animal barn, further strengthening the practice's capabilities for livestock medicine and providing additional opportunities for veterinarians interested in developing their large animal skills.
Medical autonomy is strongly supported, allowing veterinarians to make appropriate clinical decisions while benefiting from the experience and guidance of a collaborative veterinary team.
Green Forest provides the affordability and relaxed pace of small-town living while remaining within reach of Eureka Springs, Harrison, Fayetteville and Branson. The surrounding Ozarks offer extensive opportunities for hiking, fishing, swimming, camping and other outdoor recreation.
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality veterinary care across a diverse mixed animal caseload.
Manage approximately 50% small animal, 40% large animal and 10% exotic and pocket pet cases.
Perform preventative and wellness examinations.
Diagnose and manage medical conditions across companion animal and livestock patients.
Perform small and large animal surgical procedures appropriate to experience.
Provide bovine reproductive and general livestock healthcare.
Manage urgent care cases as required.
Perform dental procedures and preventative dental care.
Utilise digital radiography, ultrasonography and in-house diagnostic equipment.
Communicate diagnoses, treatment options and preventative healthcare recommendations clearly with clients.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records.
Collaborate with veterinarians and support staff to maintain excellent standards of patient care.
Candidate Profile
Applicants should hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or have completed the appropriate PAVE/ECFVG requirements.
Candidates must be eligible for veterinary licensure in Arkansas and hold a DEA licence or be able to obtain one upon hire.
The ideal candidate will be compassionate, team-oriented and an effective communicator with an interest in mixed animal veterinary medicine.
Previous mixed or large animal experience is welcomed but is not essential.
New graduate veterinarians are encouraged to apply, particularly those seeking hands-on exposure to small animal, livestock and exotic medicine within a supportive environment.
Experienced veterinarians will have the opportunity to benefit from medical autonomy, flexible scheduling and potential future ownership, while continuing to develop their preferred areas of clinical practice.
Compensation & Benefits
A competitive compensation and benefits package is available, with flexibility to create an attractive package for the successful veterinarian.
Benefits include:
Competitive compensation
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Student loan assistance
Flexible scheduling
Future ownership opportunities
Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Life and supplemental insurance
Professional liability coverage
Paid continuing education allowance
Paid professional dues
Employee Assistance Programme
Personal pet care discounts
DVM mentorship and professional support
Medical autonomy
The combination of a varied mixed animal caseload, modern diagnostic capabilities, expanding large animal facilities and strong professional support makes this an excellent opportunity for veterinarians looking to develop a broad clinical skill set.
Apply Today
Veterinarians searching for a Mixed Animal Veterinarian job in Green Forest, Arkansas or a veterinary opportunity in Northwest Arkansas are encouraged to apply.
This position offers the chance to work across small animal, large animal and exotic medicine while benefiting from flexible scheduling, mentorship, clinical autonomy and long-term career development opportunities.
For further information or a confidential discussion, contact:
John Read - CEO & Talent Acquisition Specialist
T: (214) 660-5515
E: john@supremesearchspecialists.com