Posted: Jan 29, 2026

Associate Veterinarian

Full-time
Application Deadline: N/A

Practice Medicine Where You Love to Live: Keowee Animal Hospital

Escape the corporate grind and rediscover the joy of veterinary medicine in the heart of the Upstate.

Keowee Animal Hospital is a privately owned, 1.5-doctor small animal practice in Salem, SC, where we believe that a thriving clinic starts with a happy team. We aren’t focused on the bottom line—we’re focused on the human-animal bond and the quality of life of our staff.

Why You’ll Love Our Practice

  • The "Gold Standard" Clientele: Our clients treat their pets like family. They are motivated and willing to do what is best for their pet.
  • Specialist Support :  We have certified specialists in Orthopedics, Internal Medicine, and Ophthalmology who support our practice.
  • A Mature, Drama-Free Team: Our staff is a tight-knit family. Every member takes true ownership of their role, meaning you can focus on being a doctor while being supported by a team that loves what they do.
  • Location, Location, Location: Located right on beautiful Lake Keowee and just minutes from Clemson University, you’ll have the best of lake life and "College Town" energy right at your doorstep.

The Ultimate Work-Life Balance

We don’t just talk about balance; we schedule it.

  • 4-Day Work Week (with the potential for every other Friday off).
  • Weekends are Yours: We are closed Saturday and Sunday.
  • No After-Hour Emergencies: Enjoy your evenings without the buzz of a pager.

Compensation & Growth

  • Negotiable Salary: Competitive base pay + production (be rewarded for your hard work and personality).
  • Future Ownership: For the entrepreneurial spirit, there is potential for future buy-in.
  • Benefits: Full disability, retirement matching, and 3 weeks of paid vacation (with future accrual).
  • Student Loan Relief: Potential for a student loan repayment plan.
  • CE stipend
  • 401K retirement match 

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for a veterinarian who is emotionally mature, loves people as much as animals, and has a hunger for lifelong learning. If you enjoy educating clients and want to take ownership of your cases in a collaborative environment, you’ll fit right in.