Associate Veterinarian (Locum) - Chesapeake, VA
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Locum Veterinarian (DVM) - Chesapeake, VA
Western Veterinary Partners (WVP) is seeking a full-time Locum Veterinarian to support our partner hospitals throughout Chesapeake, Virginia. This unique opportunity offers the stability of a full-time position combined with the variety and flexibility of working across multiple well-established veterinary practices.
If you enjoy building relationships with different teams, managing a diverse caseload, and practicing high-quality medicine in supportive environments, this role could be the perfect fit.
About the Opportunity
As a Locum Veterinarian, you'll rotate between two established hospitals in the Chesapeake area based on practice needs. Each location offers its own unique personality while sharing a commitment to exceptional medicine, compassionate client service, and collaborative teamwork.
This position is ideal for veterinarians who
- Enjoy a dynamic and varied caseload
- Adapt easily to different practice environments
- Thrive in collaborative, team-oriented cultures
- Appreciate flexibility and work-life balance
- Value mentorship and professional growth opportunities
Our Chesapeake Hospitals
Our Chesapeake-area practices are well-respected small animal general practices known for delivering exceptional patient care and fostering positive workplace cultures.
As you work throughout our locations, you'll experience
- Established and loyal client bases
- Fear Free Certified practices
- Small animal medicine and surgery
- Multi-doctor and single-doctor practice environments
- Experienced and highly trained support staff
- Collaborative teams that prioritize patient outcomes
- Opportunities for mentorship and knowledge sharing
While each hospital has its own identity, you'll find a common commitment to quality medicine, teamwork, and client education throughout every location.
Practice Culture
Our Chesapeake hospitals are known for being
- Team-oriented
- Welcoming and collaborative
- Supportive of professional growth
- Low-stress and patient-focused
- Friendly and community-driven
- Committed to maintaining a healthy work-life balance
Doctors and support staff work closely together to ensure patients, clients, and team members enjoy a positive experience every day.
Core Competencies
Successful candidates will demonstrate
- Small animal medicine and surgery proficiency
- Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
- Adaptability across multiple hospital settings
- Excellent communication and client education abilities
- Collaborative approach to patient care
- Compassionate and empathetic bedside manner
- Time management and organizational skills
- Ability to build rapport with new teams quickly
- Commitment to high-quality medicine and patient advocacy
- Positive attitude and professional flexibility
- Interest in mentorship and professional development
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent)
- Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in Virginia
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to high-quality patient care
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
- Passion for continued learning and professional growth
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary (DOE)
- Quarterly Production with No Negative Accrual
- Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- HSA Option
- Generous PTO
- Paid Parental Leave
- CE Allowance & Paid CE Days
- Paid Licensing, Professional Dues & AVMA PLIT
Why Chesapeake, Virginia?
Chesapeake offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure. Known for its excellent schools, strong economy, and welcoming communities, Chesapeake provides an exceptional quality of life for veterinarians and their families.
Area highlights include
- Easy access to Virginia Beach and the Atlantic coastline
- Miles of protected forests, wetlands, and waterways
- The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
- Boating, fishing, kayaking, and outdoor recreation
- Local wineries, festivals, and cultural events
- Family-friendly neighborhoods and highly rated schools
- A unique blend of small-town charm and metropolitan convenience
Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, waterfront living, or community-centered living, Chesapeake has something for everyone.
Virginia Pay Range $120,000 - $160,000 USD
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About Western Veterinary Partners
Western Veterinary Partners is a people-centric veterinary support organization dedicated to improving the lives of veterinarians. Our mission is to help veterinary professionals grow personally and professionally while maintaining the local identities and cultures that make each hospital unique.
Across our network, we support practices of varying sizes and specialties, all united by a commitment to exceptional medicine, client education, and compassionate patient care.
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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process.
Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
From Western Veterinary Partners's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 13, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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