Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital - Veterinarian

Who is VetEvolve?

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

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Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia is seeking a full or part time Associate Veterinarian to join our talented and collaborative team.

Bay Beach is an established, well-respected veterinary hospital serving the Virginia Beach community and surrounding areas. We’re looking for a veterinarian who is passionate about providing high-quality medicine, values collaboration, and wants the opportunity to grow their career alongside an experienced veterinary team.

Whether you’re an experienced veterinarian looking for your next long-term home or a newer graduate seeking strong support and mentorship, we’d love to connect.

Why Bay Beach?

Bay Beach offers the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in an environment where doctors can collaborate, develop their individual interests, and provide exceptional care to their patients.

Our team sees a diverse caseload and provides comprehensive small animal care, giving our doctors the opportunity to build long-term relationships with clients while continuing to strengthen their medical, surgical, and diagnostic skills.

One of the unique advantages of joining Bay Beach is our close relationship with our sister emergency veterinary hospital, located just 15 minutes away . Having an ER practice nearby provides an additional resource for our doctors and patients and creates opportunities for collaboration with an experienced emergency team. For veterinarians interested in gaining additional exposure to emergency medicine, there may also be opportunities to explore ER experience while maintaining Bay Beach as your primary practice.

What You’ll Find Here

A collaborative, team-first environment—no ego, just good medicine

Well-trained, dependable support staff that keep the day running smoothly

The ability to practice quality medicine with the time and resources it deserves

Clinical autonomy with leadership that trusts your judgment

The support of VetEvolve’s broader network, without losing the feel of an individual practice

A hospital that is growing thoughtfully, not chaotically

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be practicing true general medicine—building relationships with clients, working up cases thoroughly, and seeing them through.

Wellness and preventive care

Diagnostics and case workups

Soft tissue surgery and dentistry (as desired)

Client communication and education

Collaborating with a team that has your back

About VetEvolve

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital is part of the VetEvolve hospital network . VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams. Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Position Summary:

The primary purpose and function of the Associate Veterinarian is to provide the highest quality of veterinary care and exceptional client service. The Associate Veterinarian advocates for pets and their quality of life; builds a long term bonding relationship with clients; contributes to the development and maintenance of the human-pet bond; and educates clients on all aspects of pet health. This role partners with the Practice Manager as a driving force in support of a positive, high-performing culture that aligns with VetEvolve’s guiding principles of Care First, Better Together, Grow Forward, and Own It.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide consistent high-quality care and exceptional service to pets and clients while maximizing efficiency, productivity and profitability.

Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the State Veterinary Practice Act, Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws. Ensure appropriate medical record documentation and maintain complete medical records that meet practice quality control guidelines.

Perform complete diagnostic workups, establish accurate histories and physical exams, develop thorough treatment plans, and deliver appropriate urgent, preventive, and ongoing care.

Prescribe and administer drugs, vaccines, and other therapies as appropriate; perform surgery, dental procedures, and other treatments using standard protocols, instruments, and equipment.

Effectively communicate diagnoses, treatment plans, and home care instructions to clients and the veterinary medical team; address and resolve client concerns.

Promote the safety of pets, clients, and team members by ensuring safe restraint techniques, adherence to practice guidelines, and maintaining clean, organized, and sterile treatment, exam, and laboratory areas.

Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and gain their trust and compliance.

Attend department and team meetings, both in person and virtually, to stay informed, collaborate effectively, and support broader practice alignment.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent, with an active or eligible state license.

New graduates and experienced veterinarians welcome to apply

Strong medical, surgical, and diagnostic skills across companion animal practice.

Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring abilities.

Collaborates effectively in a fast-paced, client-centered environment.

Commitment to maintaining professional ethics, safety, and high-quality patient care.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds.

Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.

Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.

Hours:

Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations.

Apply here or contact Meaghan Mostriansky at [email protected] for more information and a confidential, exploratory conversation!

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