Role at a Glance
Part-time Associate Veterinarian at Total Care Veterinary Hospital — High Point, NC. Salary: $90,000–$110,000/year. Sign-on bonus: $15,000+ (amount scales with agreed hours). Schedule: flexible by design, built around your availability. Staffing model: 2:1 support staff per doctor. Hard requirements: DVM or VMD from an accredited school plus an active NC veterinary license.
About the Role
Total Care Veterinary Hospital in High Point, NC is adding a licensed veterinarian to its clinical team on a part-time basis. The position covers the full scope of companion animal medicine — diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry — without a rigid fixed schedule. Hours are negotiated up front to match what actually works for you. The practice has structured its staffing model to keep doctors focused on patient care: a dedicated support team handles the surrounding workflow so your time stays clinical.
About Total Care Veterinary Hospital
Total Care Veterinary Hospital is a companion-animal practice in High Point, NC that treats the relationship between clinician, pet owner, and patient as the foundation of good medicine. The team prioritizes transparent communication — pet owners are treated as active partners in treatment decisions, not passive recipients. The clinical culture values continuous learning and personalized care over one-size-fits-all protocols. The practice has also made an explicit commitment to building a diverse, inclusive team and serving the broader community in that spirit.
What You Will Do
- Deliver comprehensive medical evaluation and treatment to companion animal patients
- Perform surgical procedures across a range of case types
- Provide preventive and therapeutic dental care
- Communicate diagnoses, treatment options, and prognoses clearly to pet owners
- Collaborate with support staff to maintain clinical workflow and patient care standards
Must-Have Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary institution
- Current, valid veterinary license issued in the state of North Carolina
Skills and Experience Snapshot
The minimum bar for this role is credential-based rather than specialty-specific: an accredited DVM or VMD and an active NC license are the only two stated requirements. No minimum years of experience, preferred subspecialties, or software proficiencies are listed — which suggests the practice is open to candidates across career stages, from recent graduates who meet the licensure threshold to experienced clinicians seeking a scaled-back schedule. The 2:1 staffing model is a meaningful signal: you will not be expected to absorb administrative or technician-level work. The priority hire is a licensed clinician who communicates well with clients.
Salary and Sign-On Bonus
The stated annual salary range for this part-time position is $90,000–$110,000. Total Care is also offering a sign-on bonus of $15,000 or more; the exact figure is determined by the schedule and weekly hours negotiated at hire. No additional benefits — health insurance, continuing education allowance, retirement contributions — were specified in the listing. Candidates should confirm the full compensation package directly with the practice during the interview process.
What the Practice Offers
- Flexible scheduling negotiated around your preferred hours and availability
- 2:1 support staff-to-doctor ratio providing consistent clinical backup
- Sign-on bonus of $15,000 or more, scaled to agreed schedule and hours
Location and Work Model
This is a fully on-site clinical role at 633 McDonald Court, High Point, NC 27260. Hands-on patient care requires physical presence; no remote or hybrid arrangement applies. The listing does not mention relocation assistance or visa sponsorship — candidates relocating or requiring immigration support should raise those questions directly with the hiring team before applying.