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Veterinarian

J913223 Sterling Heights Michigan USD150K / Year

Global Talent Partners is delighted to represent an established small-animal hospital in Sterling Heights, Michigan, seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its supportive and collaborative team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinarian who enjoys a varied caseload, particularly within surgery and dentistry, and is looking to join a community-focused practice that values clinical autonomy, teamwork, and genuine work-life balance.

The Hospital

This long-established small-animal practice has earned an excellent reputation within the local community through high-quality medicine, personalised care, and long-standing client relationships.

The hospital offers a broad range of services for dogs and cats, supported by an experienced team of veterinary technicians, assistants, and client service professionals, allowing veterinarians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.

The practice offers:

• Comprehensive wellness and preventive care
• Soft-tissue surgery
• Dentistry, including dental radiography
• Daytime urgent care services
• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound
• In-house laboratory for same-day diagnostics
• Dedicated surgical suite
• Standard anaesthesia monitoring and IV fluid support
• Strong technician and assistant coverage
• Collaborative, low-drama working environment
• Supportive leadership team
• Medical autonomy with opportunities to grow surgical and dental skills
• Mentorship available for early-career veterinarians

The practice maintains a calm, team-focused culture and is well suited to veterinarians who enjoy hands-on medicine, surgery, and building lasting client relationships.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation up to $150,000
• $25,000 sign-on bonus
• Production bonus opportunities
• Long-term incentive programme with annual production bonuses
• No negative accrual
• Generous continuing education allowance
• Paid state licensing, DEA, and professional dues
• Relocation assistance available
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Student loan assistance options
• Referral bonus programme
• Mentorship and ongoing professional development

The Location

Sterling Heights offers the convenience and amenities of a major suburban community while providing easy access to Detroit and the wider Metro Detroit area.

Residents benefit from affordable housing options, excellent local amenities, abundant parks, and a strong local economy, making it an attractive location for both families and professionals.

The area offers:

• Easy access to Detroit via M-53 and M-59
• A strong regional economy with major manufacturing and technology employers
• Extensive parks, trails, and outdoor recreation
• Popular community events and festivals throughout the year
• Concerts and entertainment at the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
• Established neighbourhoods and newer residential developments
• Convenient shopping, dining, and local amenities
• Access to highly regarded school districts

The Role

As an Associate Veterinarian, you will provide high-quality medical and surgical care within a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Wellness and preventive medicine
• Client education and relationship building
• Dentistry and dental procedures
• Soft-tissue surgery
• Daytime urgent care cases
• Diagnostic workups using in-house laboratory equipment, radiography, dental imaging, and ultrasound
• Developing practical treatment plans tailored to each patient
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Collaborating closely with technicians and support staff
• Contributing to a positive, collaborative hospital culture

This role offers flexibility and is ideal for veterinarians seeking a balance between professional growth, surgery, dentistry, and a rewarding personal life.

Requirements

• DVM or VMD degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution
• Michigan veterinary licence, or eligibility to obtain
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Interest in surgery and dentistry preferred
• Team-oriented approach with a commitment to high-quality medicine

New graduates and experienced Veterinarians are encouraged to apply.

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Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Dental Insurance, Vision insurance, Fear Free Practice, 401k