Western College of Veterinary Medicine

Overview

A thriving companion animal practice uniquely positioned on the Alabama-Tennessee border is seeking a resilient, collaborative Associate Veterinarian to join our dedicated team. Berry Animal Hospital is an established practice home with deep roots in the community.

Why Veterinarians Enjoy Working Here

True Practice Autonomy & Support:Our management philosophy is straightforward: we are here to provide the resources, mentorship, and infrastructure you need to practice excellent medicine. You will find zero micromanagement, no rigid protocols, and a strong 2:1 tech-to-doctor ratio designed to help you leverage your staff beautifully and protect your peace of mind.

Technology, Equipment & Workflow

We operate out of a highly functional facility equipped to handle a dynamic, modern veterinary workflow:

  • The Caseload:Predominantly small companion animals, with a tiny fraction (roughly 5%) dedicated to large animal cases utilizing our convenient, on-site large animal facilities (no field work or farm travel required).
  • Advanced Medical Scope:Features 3 to 4 fully equipped exam rooms . We focus on comprehensive care and try to handle complex procedures in-house rather than referring everything out.
  • In-House Diagnostics:We utilize fully equipped IDEXX in-house labs for immediate answers on sick patients, sending out only routine geriatric workups.

Mentorship & Connected Growth

Both seasoned practitioners and ambitious upcoming new graduates are highly encouraged to apply. We are deeply committed to your professional growth and follow a strict rule to ensure a safe learning environment: we never place two new graduates at the same location. There is always an experienced DVM on-site.

  • Advanced Skill Acquisition:We move our doctors beyond basic vaccine clinics and routine dentals into advanced case management, surgery, and comprehensive medicine that keeps the profession exciting and rewarding.
  • The "Dream Team" Network:You will never feel isolated, even as an autonomous producer. Every clinician has immediate access to "The Dream Team" via Microsoft Teams. This dedicated, network-wide platform allows our doctors to instantly collaborate, share digital radiographs, upload ultrasound videos, and get real-time feedback on complex cases from a wealth of experienced senior peers across all practices.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Sign-On Bonus
  • 100% Paid Premium Benefits
  • Generous Time Off
  • Retirement Plan
  • Continuing Education:A generous $5,000 CE allowance plus paid professional dues, memberships, and licensing.

Why Ardmore, AL?

Living in Ardmore offers a serene, small-town lifestyle with a significantly lower cost of living. Its unique position on the state line and tight-knit community creates a truly distinctive living experience.

How to Apply

Berry Animal Hospital employs DVM Recruiting Services to facilitate interviews. Please go to www.dvmrs.com for additional information or email jeff@dvmrs.com.