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Veterinarian

J887829 Lima Ohio USD140K - USD150K / Year

Build your veterinary career in Lima, OH with a role offering up to $150,000, plus up to $25,000 in sign-on and retention bonuses. Join a collaborative mixed-animal team with modern facilities, strong support, and real work-life balance.

The Hospital
This well-established mixed-animal hospital serves a loyal companion animal clientele while also supporting an on-site equine service and ambulatory farm calls. The team operates in a respectful, team-first environment where doctors are backed by experienced technicians, client service professionals, and equine support staff. The facility emphasizes high-quality medicine and efficient case management, featuring:
- On-site laboratory testing for rapid diagnostics
- Digital radiography and dental radiography
- Ultrasound (including portable units for field work) and endoscopy capability
- Surgical and therapy lasers
- Broad case mix across wellness and preventive care, dentistry, soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery, and equine sports medicine and lameness support
- Established after-hours emergency referral arrangements to support work-life balance
- A culture focused on mentorship, collaboration, and continued learning

Location
Lima, OH is a welcoming, mid-size city and the county seat of Allen County, positioned along the I-75 corridor for quick access across the region. It blends strong industry, respected healthcare systems, and active community life, offering an easy place to settle in and thrive.
- Convenient travel and regional access on I-75; approximately 70-80 miles to Dayton and Toledo, and about 90 miles to Columbus
- Robust manufacturing and defense presence anchored by a major defense production facility, supporting a skilled local workforce
- Local higher-education pipeline at the University of Northwestern Ohio and Rhodes State College
- Established healthcare systems and hospitals providing comprehensive local medical services
- Lively community amenities, including museums, parks, motorsports events, and downtown venues

Benefits
- Up to $25,000 in signing and retention bonuses
- Production bonus structure with no negative accrual
- Long Term Incentive cash program with annual bonuses based on production
- Clear production structure with operational support
- Generous continuing education allowance, plus paid state and professional licenses and dues
- Flexible scheduling, mentorship, and strong work-life balance
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance; mental health resources
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Referral bonus program
- Student loan assistance

The Role
- Primary focus on small animal medicine and surgery, with the option to participate in equine or mixed-animal work if desired
- Deliver comprehensive care across wellness, diagnostics, dentistry (with dental radiographs), soft-tissue surgery, and urgent care
- Utilize modern in-house tools, including lab diagnostics, digital imaging, ultrasound, endoscopy, and surgical/therapy lasers
- Collaborate with a multi-doctor team; contribute to a supportive, teaching-focused environment
- Communicate clearly with clients, build long-term relationships, and maintain accurate medical records
- Predictable weekday schedule supported by an after-hours emergency referral partner

Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution
- License to practice (or eligibility for licensure) in the State of Ohio
- Authorization to work in the United States

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Benefits

Sign on bonus, Relocation assistance, Production % bonus