Calera Animal Hospital began as a small clinic with a commitment to delivering high-quality care and personalized attention to each pet. Over the years, we have expanded our services and grown our team, earning the trust and loyalty of our community. Today, we are proud to be recognized as a trusted name in veterinary care, dedicated to the health and well-being of every pet we treat.
Calera Animal Hospital is a well-established two-doctor practice in a large, modern building designed to support both patients and the people who care for them. We currently have four exam rooms and are in the process of adding a fifth comfort room to better serve clients during sensitive moments.
We’re a busy, growing practice that continues to welcome new clients in a small-town community. Our culture is friendly, straightforward, and team focused. You’ll be supported by experienced technicians, with plans to continue expanding our support staff as the practice grows. We value practical medicine, open communication, and giving doctors the space to practice confidently without micromanagement.
We also work closely with local rescues, offering meaningful case work and strong soft-tissue surgery exposure. If you’re looking for a place where you can build skills, develop confidence, and feel genuinely supported, this is a practice where you can put down roots.
Your primary focus will be small animal medicine, including dogs and cats, with some exposure to exotics. You’ll see a steady caseload supported by a collaborative team and loyal clientele. Soft-tissue surgery and dentistry are part of the regular schedule, with flexibility to grow your interests over time.
Comfortable practicing general small animal medicine
Interested in growing skills in surgery and dentistry
Communicates clearly and respectfully with clients and teammates
Works well in a collaborative, team-based environment
Adaptable and calm in a busy practice setting
Compassionate during end-of-life care conversations
Values and respects the role of technicians and support staff
Examine, diagnose, and treat companion animals
Develop treatment plans and discuss care options with clients
Perform soft-tissue surgery and dentistry
Interpret diagnostics including in-house lab work, digital radiographs, and ultrasound
Prescribe medications and recommend preventative care
Maintain accurate and timely medical records
Provide compassionate end-of-life counseling
Practice medicine in compliance with veterinary ethics and applicable regulations
DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited program
Eligible for or currently holding Alabama veterinary licensure
Eligibility to obtain DEA and BNDD registration
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently, with team assistance for larger patients
Benefits & Perks
USD $115,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.
Heartland Veterinary Partners is a support organization that is committed to improving the lives of veterinarians. We purchase veterinary practices and provide operational support to relieve administrative burdens such as payroll, recruiting, HR, marketing and accounts payables. If needed, we invest to support growth. The practices maintain their unique branding, culture and clinical autonomy.
At Heartland, we believe that selling a veterinary practice shouldn’t mean losing what makes it remarkable. When we acquire a practice, the doctor comes first. We listen closely to their needs in order to create a one-of-a-kind solution to ease their administrative burdens—all without disrupting their day-to-day operations, the culture they’ve fostered, and the relationships they’ve built. In other words, the name over the door doesn’t go away. The headaches of running a business do.
Partnering veterinarians appreciate an improved work-life balance, less financial worry, and the confidence that their teams will be in good hands. Best of all, they get to focus on why they entered the business in the first place: to care for animals and to be present when their clients need them most. Practice team members enjoy the warm culture of their individual community practices combined with the support and resources that Heartland brings to the table.
Improving the lives of veterinarians means supporting them at all stages of their careers. Whether you're a veterinary student or a new graduate looking for hands-on learning to begin your career or an experienced veterinarian looking to tackle management and leadership opportunities, we keep your goals at the heart of everything we do.
The Heartland Support Center team is hardwired to serve. We follow the philosophy of servant leadership and put the needs of others first with a genuine desire to help. As a result, Heartland’s practices count on team members to be there for them with heart and solution, not a corporate agenda.
