Mills River Animal Clinic proudly provides the dogs & cats of Mills River, Asheville, Brevard, Fletcher and beyond with daytime pet urgent care, emergency, puppy/kitten and adult dog and cat wellness, dentistry, & surgery, including spay and neuter.

Mills River Animal Clinic is looking for an experienced veterinarian to join our awesome practice! Located just south of Asheville and along the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, our practice provides full-service small animal care to the dogs and cats of the Mills River community.

What we offer: Our practice is open from 8 AM to 5 PM Monday-Friday and is closed on weekends! All our doctors are offered flexible scheduling and the work-life balance they deserve. We also offer amazing career growth opportunities, unlimited paid time off, competitive compensation, and other financial / personal resources (see full list at bottom of page).

Our ideal candidate: We welcome DVMs of all interests and backgrounds to apply. With our wide variety of services, any doctor will be sure to easily establish a caseload they enjoy. We are flexible and will accommodate the species and skills you want to see.

About the area: Mills River is located just south of Asheville and is one of many thriving mountain cities in the area. Here you can find handfuls of art galleries and cultural venues, a lively music scene, and the one-of-a-kind backdrop of the Appalachian Mountains. The area is an outdoor playground for those seeking thrills and adventures. We are continuously considered one of the best destinations to live in the south!

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement 
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available