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Description
Looking for a practice where your dental skills are valued, your team is supportive, and you can enjoy practicing high-quality medicine every day?
Defiance Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced full-time veterinarian to join our collaborative team in Defiance, Ohio. You'll work alongside two experienced DVMs in a well-established practice that values teamwork, client relationships, and thoughtful patient care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys dentistry, appreciates strong clinical support, and wants to practice in a hospital equipped with modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities. This role has a signing bonus package of $125,000.
Quick Snapshot
- Full-time opportunity
- Collaborative team of 3 DVMs
- Work alongside 2 experienced veterinarians
- Strong focus on dentistry
- Mix of wellness, sick visits, surgery, and dentistry
- Established, loyal client base
- Strong technician and support staff
- Predictable scheduling and supportive culture
- Modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities
What It's Like to Practice Here
Defiance Veterinary Clinic has been serving pets and their families for decades, building strong relationships throughout the community while providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care.
This is not a high-volume, high-pressure environment. Our doctors have the time and support needed to work cases up appropriately, communicate with clients, and practice medicine thoughtfully.
You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, communication, and creating a positive experience for both clients and patients.
Medical Capabilities & Equipment
You'll have access to the tools needed to practice comprehensive medicine, including:
- Digital radiography
- Digital dental radiography
- Ultrasound
- Laser surgery
- Three exam rooms
- Experienced support staff
This role is especially appealing to veterinarians who enjoy performing dentistry and want access to the equipment needed to provide comprehensive dental care.
Life in Defiance, Ohio
Defiance offers the charm and affordability of small-town living while providing convenient access to larger Midwest cities.
Located at the confluence of the Maumee and Auglaize Rivers, Defiance is known for its welcoming community, outdoor recreation, and strong local pride. Residents enjoy parks, walking trails, golf courses, community events, and a low cost of living.
You'll also be within driving distance of Toledo, Fort Wayne, and larger metropolitan areas, giving you easy access to additional dining, entertainment, and travel opportunities while enjoying the benefits of a close-knit community.
For veterinarians seeking career satisfaction without the stress of big-city living, Defiance offers an exceptional quality of life.
CareVet Offers You:
- Six figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
- Generous signing bonus, student loan support, relocation stipend and no upfront non-compete.
- Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
- Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
- Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance
- Veterinarian-focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb, CareVet’s vacation properties
- Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker
- For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!
How to Apply
Ready to join a collaborative team where your dental interests are valued and your professional growth is supported?
Contact:
Skyler Lair
(214) 616-8873
[email protected]
Or Apply today—we'd love to connect with you.
About the Network
CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.

