Van Buren County Veterinary Clinic offers a complete range of veterinary services, including preventative health procedures and products tailored to enhance all ages and breeds. We provide routine, major, and emergency medical, surgical, and dental services in Clinton, AR and the surrounding communities.

Associate Veterinarian – Van Buren Veterinary Clinic – Clinton, Arkansas - $50,000 Sign-On Bonus

Van Buren Veterinary Clinic is excited to welcome a compassionate and enthusiastic Associate Veterinarian to our well-loved practice! Our team is known for its upbeat atmosphere, collaborative spirit, and genuine passion for delivering high-quality care to the pets and people of our community. We balance professionalism with personality—supporting each other, celebrating wins big and small, and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. Whether it’s tackling challenging cases together or sharing a laugh between appointments, our culture is rooted in teamwork, and a commitment to gold-standard medicine.

Located in the heart of Clinton, AR, our clinic sits in a beautiful area surrounded by natural charm and small-town hospitality. Clinton offers a welcoming community, scenic outdoor adventures, and a relaxed pace of life—perfect for veterinarians who want both meaningful work and a refreshing environment to call home. From Greers Ferry Lake to local shops, festivals, and family-friendly amenities, there’s always something to enjoy when you’re off the clock.

As a Heartland Veterinary Partners hospital, joining our team means stepping into a network that values your growth, wellbeing, and individuality. We offer unlimited PTO, a strong continuing education allowance, access to collaborative medical support teams, robust mentorship for new grads, flexible scheduling, industry-leading compensation, and the stability of a company deeply committed to veterinarian-led medicine. Heartland empowers you to practice your way—while supporting you every step of the journey.

If you’re ready to bring your talents to a supportive, fun, and community-focused clinic, we’d love to meet you!

• 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