Description
Associate Veterinarian – Animal Care Veterinary Hospital in West Haven, UT
Animal Care Veterinary Hospital is seeking a compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team in West Haven, Utah. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for your next long-term home or a new graduate seeking mentorship, you'll find a collaborative team, loyal clientele, and a practice culture built on trust, teamwork, and quality medicine.
Since 2006, Animal Care Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the West Haven community with comprehensive small animal veterinary care. We are a well-established, fast-paced practice with modern equipment, strong leadership, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.
Why We Love Working Here
- Our culture is one of the things we're most proud of. We've built a supportive, team-oriented environment where people enjoy coming to work—and they stay for the long term.
- Our Chief of Staff is one of the veterinarians who helped open the practice and has been here for nearly 20 years
- Our Hospital Manager has been a valued leader on the team for 14 years
- Our associate veterinarians have been with the practice for 7+ years
- Several support staff members have been with us for up to 20 years
- We foster a collaborative environment where team members support one another and work together to provide exceptional patient care
- We celebrate successes, learn from challenges, and genuinely enjoy working together
- Our team trusts the quality of care provided here so much that many bring their own pets to Animal Care Veterinary Hospital for veterinary care, boarding, and grooming services
- The longevity of our team speaks volumes about the positive culture, strong relationships, and sense of community we've built within our practice.
Flexible Opportunity Tailored to Your Interests
We're open to designing a role that aligns with your strengths and professional interests.
Options include:
- Traditional general practice appointments and surgery
- Appointments and dental procedures
- Appointments-only role with no surgery required
- Full-time or part-time schedules
- If you enjoy dentistry—or would like to develop your dental skills—we would love to speak with you.
Practice Highlights
- 100% small animal practice
- Average of 16–18 patients per day
- Wellness appointments scheduled for 20 minutes
- Sick and urgent care appointments scheduled for 30 minutes
- Two technicians per doctor
- Urgent care appointments available
- House-call euthanasia services
- Orthopedic specialist who performs advanced procedures at the hospital
- Boarding and grooming facilities connected to the practice
Modern Facility & Equipment
Our hospital is equipped to provide high-quality medicine and efficient patient care.
Features include:
- Four exam rooms
- Isolation room
- Dedicated radiology room
- Spacious treatment area
- Large surgical suite
- Three wet tables for dental procedures
- Updated in-house laboratory
- IDEXX ProCyte Dx, Catalyst Dx, and SediVue Dx diagnostics
- Companion Therapy Laser
- Super-Pulse Surgical Laser System
Schedule & Work-Life Balance
- We believe great medicine starts with a healthy work-life balance.
- Full-time and part-time opportunities available
- Four-day workweek for full-time veterinarians
- One weekday off each week
- Monday–Friday schedule only
- Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Dedicated lunch break from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM daily
- No weekends
Mentorship & Support for New Graduates
- We are passionate about supporting new grads and helping them thrive. Our mentorship program includes:
- Structured onboarding and orientation
- One-on-one surgical training
- Shadowing opportunities
- Blocked appointment times for additional support and learning
- Peer advisors and new graduate discussion groups
- An environment where questions are welcomed and encouraged
New graduates are encouraged to grow at their own pace while having experienced doctors, leadership, and support staff readily available for guidance.
Life in West Haven, Utah
West Haven is one of Northern Utah's fastest-growing communities and offers an exceptional quality of life. Conveniently located near Ogden, Roy, Hooper, Clinton, and Plain City, our practice is easily accessible for team members throughout the region.
Residents enjoy breathtaking mountain views, a strong sense of community, and access to year-round outdoor recreation. Whether you enjoy skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, or simply spending time outdoors, you'll find endless opportunities to enjoy Utah's natural beauty while living in a welcoming, family-oriented community.
Our Exceptional Benefits Package
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid parental leave to support you and your family
- Generous CE allowance plus support for professional dues and liability coverage
- Vacation time and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Growth opportunities within our practice
If you're looking for a practice where people stay for years, mentorship is readily available, flexibility is encouraged, and your contributions truly matter, we'd love to meet you.
