Suburban Animal Clinic has been a fixture within Columbus, OH since 1960. We offer the highest standard of care availableWe strive to offer the widest array of small animal services possible including ultrasound imaging, laser therapy, chiropractics, and advanced orthopedic surgeries
Our hospital utilizes ultrasound, comprehensive laboratories, digital dental and traditional x-ray units, and separate surgical / dental suites. Our support team consists of multiple RVTs who are trained to assist with rooms, anesthesia, dentals, and more.
Suburban Animal ClinicColumbus, Ohio
Compensation: $115,000 – $130,000 (commensurate with experience) Up to $20,000 Signing Bonus
If you’re looking for a place where veterinary medicine still feels personal, where clients know your name, and where your work truly matters—you’ve just found it.
Suburban Animal Clinic has been a trusted part of the Columbus community since 1960, caring for generations of pets and the people who love them. We’re a full-service small animal hospital that blends deep-rooted community ties with modern medicine and progressive care.
Inside our walls, you’ll find a well-equipped, thoughtfully designed hospital featuring digital radiology (including dental), ultrasound, a full in-house lab, dedicated surgical and dental suites, and the tools you need to practice high-quality medicine your way.
But what really sets us apart-It’s the people
We’re a collaborative, supportive team that values communication, mentorship, and showing up for each other. Our technicians are skilled, engaged, and genuinely invested in patient care—so you can focus on being the doctor you trained to be.
Here, you won’t just work cases—you’ll build relationships, make an impact, and be part of something that’s been meaningful to this community for decades.
We’re looking for a compassionate, motivated Associate Veterinarian who wants to practice excellent medicine while being part of a team that truly enjoys working together.
This is a full-time opportunity with flexibility built in—because we believe great doctors do their best work when they have balance, support, and the ability to grow.
Whether you love surgery, dentistry, client education, or a little bit of everything, you’ll have the autonomy and resources to shape your ideal day.
• Provide comprehensive medical care to companion animals, including wellness exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning• Diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions using in-house diagnostics and clinical expertise• Perform surgical and dental procedures with a focus on patient safety and high-quality outcomes• Partner with clients to educate and guide them through preventative care and treatment decisions• Collaborate closely with a skilled support team to deliver seamless, compassionate care• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records• Support clients through all stages of their pet’s life, including end-of-life care with empathy and professionalism• Uphold all veterinary standards, ethics, and regulatory requirements
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an AVMA-accredited institution• Active (or eligible) veterinary license in the state of Ohio• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD licensure• Strong clinical, surgical, and diagnostic skills (or a desire to continue developing them)• Excellent communication skills and a client-first mindset• A team-oriented approach with a positive, collaborative attitude• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently (and more with assistance)
• Competitive compensation (negotiable based on experience)• Unlimited Personal Time Away• Generous signing bonus up to $20,000• Bonus incentives• Health, dental, and vision insurance• 401(k) and Roth(k) with company match• CE allowance and licensure reimbursement• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance• Structured career path development and growth opportunities• Employee Assistance Program• Mental health resources• DVM referral program• Relocation assistance available
This is the kind of practice where:• You’re trusted as a doctor• Your voice is heard• Your team has your back• And your work genuinely makes a difference
If you’re ready for a role where you can grow, feel supported, and reconnect with why you chose veterinary medicine in the first place—we’d love to meet you.
USD $115,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /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.
