Veterinarian roles we recruit for in Pennsylvania

Veterinary jobs across Pennsylvania

We have active veterinarian openings throughout the state, including:

Don't see a role in your city? Register your CV anyway — we receive new jobs in Pennsylvania every week and many never reach the public site.

Pennsylvania veterinarian salary ranges

Compensation in Pennsylvania varies by city, role type, and experience. Based on offers we negotiate for our candidates, current ranges are:

Sign-on bonuses of $20,000–$55,000 and relocation packages are common in Pennsylvania, particularly for ER doctors and rural mixed-animal practices in the central and northern parts of the state.

Why veterinarians choose Pennsylvania

• A large, stable population supporting both major metros and rural agricultural communities.

• Lower cost of living outside Philadelphia, with a flat 3.07% state income tax.

• One of the strongest equine and dairy industries on the East Coast, centered on Lancaster and Chester counties.

• Diverse caseloads — from advanced referral medicine in Philadelphia to large-animal work in the countryside.

• Practice variety — independent clinics, corporate groups, emergency hospitals, and specialty centers.

• Home to the AVMA-accredited University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) and a deep continuing education network.

Pennsylvania licensing for veterinarians

To practice in Pennsylvania, veterinarians must be licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medicine. The standard route includes:

• Graduate from an AVMA-accredited DVM/VMD program or complete ECFVG/PAVE certification.

• Pass the NAVLE (North American Veterinary Licensing Examination).

• Pass the Pennsylvania jurisprudence (state law) examination.

• Submit the required application and documentation to the State Board.

• Renew biennially with continuing education requirements.

If you're licensed in another state and considering relocation, our consultants can guide you through the endorsement process and timing requirements.

How we work

For candidates: send your CV through our website or call our team. Your conversation is confidential — we won't put you forward for any role without your sign-off. We'll only present opportunities that match your clinical interests, schedule, salary expectations, and preferred location.

For practices and hospitals: tell us about the role, your team, and the type of veterinarian who will thrive in your environment. We handle sourcing, screening, and shortlisting so you only meet qualified candidates worth your time.