Kentucky Paws Animal Hospital | Crescent Springs, KY
Privately Owned • Small Animal Practice

Do you want to work in a veterinary hospital the promotes work-life-balance with no after-hours or weekend requirements? At Kentucky Paws Animal Hospital, we believe veterinary medicine should be fulfilling, supportive, and sustainable. As a privately owned small animal hospital, we were intentionally built to give veterinarians the time, resources, and balance they need to provide excellent care without burnout. Our doctors work from 8am-5pm and we are only open Monday-Friday.

We’re looking for an Associate Veterinarian who values compassionate medicine, meaningful client relationships, and a healthy work–life balance. Whether you’re a new graduate seeking mentorship or an experienced doctor looking for a collaborative home, we offer a positive, low-stress environment where you can thrive.

Why Kentucky Paws?

• True Work–Life Balance
  • Predictable schedules with no late nights, on-call or weekends
  • Reasonable appointment flow
  • Leadership that respects time off and personal boundaries
• Supportive, Team-First Culture
  • Privately owned and veterinarian-led
  • Skilled, dependable support staff so you can focus on medicine
  • Open communication, teamwork, and mentorship at your comfort level
• Thoughtful, High-Quality Medicine
  • Emphasis on preventative care, client education, and low-stress handling
  • A welcoming, fear-conscious environment for both pets and clients
  • Full in-house IDEXX suite with digital radiographs, ultrasound, and surgical vessel sealer

What We Offer

• Salary $100,000-130,000 depending on experience
• Paid time off (personal, vacation)
• CE allowance
• Paid DEA, paid state license, AVMA membership
• Paid AVMA PLIT
• Health benefits include QSECHRA allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Discounts on veterinary care for employee-owned pets

Who You Are

• A licensed (or soon-to-be licensed) veterinarian
• Passionate about small animal medicine and client communication
• Looking for a long-term veterinary home where your well-being matters

If you’re ready to practice medicine in a place that truly values you as a veterinarian and a person, we’d love to meet you. We would prefer an experienced veterinarian with 2-3 years of experience, but are open to training and mentoring a new graduate as well. If interested in a part-time position, we can talk as well.

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