About the role
Associate Veterinarian
Crestwood Animal Hospital | Crestwood, KY | Greater Louisville Area
Great Medicine. Great Team. A Career You'll Love.
Looking for a veterinary team where you can practice exceptional medicine, continue growing professionally, and actually enjoy your life outside of work?
At Crestwood Animal Hospital, we believe veterinarians do their best work when they feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to practice medicine their way.
We're seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our established, multi-doctor practice in Crestwood, Kentucky, just outside Louisville. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a fresh start or an early-career doctor ready to build your confidence, you'll find a collaborative team, opportunities to pursue your passions, and a workplace that values your well-being as much as your professional success.
Why Crestwood Animal Hospital?
Exceptional Medicine, Without Compromising Your Quality of Life.
As an AAHA-accredited practice, we're committed to delivering high-quality veterinary care while creating an environment where our doctors and support teams can thrive.
Here's what makes Crestwood special:
- A Team That Has Your Back: Work alongside experienced, collaborative veterinarians and a supportive team that believes in sharing knowledge, helping one another, and celebrating successes.
- Practice Medicine Your Way: Have a special interest in surgery, exotics, rehabilitation, acupuncture, or another area of veterinary medicine? We encourage you to explore your interests and continue developing your skills.
- Tools to Help You Succeed: Enjoy access to digital radiography, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, and other diagnostic and treatment resources that support excellent patient care.
- A Commitment to Compassionate Care: Our Fear Free and feline-friendly approach prioritizes patient comfort, thoughtful handling, and positive veterinary experiences.
- A Life Outside the Hospital: We understand that your career is only one part of your life. We value balanced scheduling, personal well-being, and giving our doctors the flexibility to enjoy what matters most.
Benefits That Go Beyond a Paycheck
We believe great veterinarians deserve to be rewarded for the difference they make. That's why we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your career, financial goals, and personal well-being.
- Competitive compensation with guaranteed production bonuses during your first year and NO negative accrual
- Signing bonus and relocation assistance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal, and continuing education time
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Robust continuing education support with an annual allowance
- Paid professional dues, licensing, and liability coverage
- Wellness and family support benefits, including Headspace, Employee Assistance Program, fertility and family planning resources, and more
- Employee pet care discounts
Who Will Thrive Here?
We're looking for a veterinarian who loves what they do and wants to be part of a team that feels the same way.
Our ideal candidate:
- Is passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality veterinary medicine
- Enjoys collaborating with colleagues and building lasting relationships with clients
- Values a positive, team-oriented hospital culture
- Is excited to learn, grow, and pursue professional interests
- Holds a DVM or equivalent degree and is licensed, or eligible for licensure, in Kentucky
Two or more years of clinical experience is preferred, but veterinarians at all stages of their careers are encouraged to apply.
Love Where You Live: Crestwood, Kentucky
Located in beautiful Oldham County, Crestwood offers the charm of a welcoming community with easy access to everything the Louisville area has to offer.
Enjoy scenic countryside, beautiful parks, local restaurants, and a relaxed pace of life, all while being close to Louisville's thriving food scene, entertainment, arts, sporting events, and the world-famous Kentucky Derby.
Whether you're putting down roots, raising a family, or simply looking for a change of scenery, Crestwood offers a wonderful place to call home.
Thinking about relocating? We'd love to help make your move easier.
About United Veterinary Care
Crestwood Animal Hospital is a proud United Veterinary Care (UVC) Partner. UVC believes in preserving the unique culture and identity of each partner hospital while providing the resources, benefits, and professional development opportunities that help veterinary teams succeed.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
Your Next Chapter Starts Here.
You deserve a career where you can do meaningful work, feel supported by your team, and have a life you love outside the hospital.
If that sounds like what you've been looking for, we'd love to connect.
Apply today and discover what makes Crestwood Animal Hospital a great place to grow your veterinary career!
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