Description
Position Overview
Aloha Veterinary Center is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our professional medical team. This position encompasses a combination of general practice and emergency care responsibilities, with rotating shifts designed to ensure comprehensive patient coverage while maintaining work-life balance. Overnight emergency duties are not required.
The ideal candidate will be a dedicated and collaborative veterinarian committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care and client service. Strong clinical judgment, clear communication skills, and a commitment to continuous professional development are essential. Both experienced practitioners and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Aloha Veterinary Center provides a structured and supportive environment that fosters medical excellence, mentorship, and long-term professional growth.
About Our Clinic
For over 30 years, Aloha Veterinary Center has been proudly serving the pets and families of Hilo, Hawaii. We are a locally owned, community-focused animal hospital dedicated to compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Our philosophy is simple — to treat every animal that walks through our doors as a member of our own family.
Our newly constructed veterinary facility is designed to provide the highest level of care and comfort for pets and their families. With five modern exam rooms, two fully equipped surgical suites featuring a CO surgical laser, and a spacious central treatment area with a dedicated dental station, we offer comprehensive medical and surgical services in one convenient location. Our in-house IDEXX diagnostics suite, digital radiology, digital dental x-ray, and ultrasound allow us to deliver rapid, accurate results when they matter most. We also offer cold laser therapy for advanced pain management and healing support. To ensure our patients receive the very best, we regularly host board-certified specialists in ophthalmology, ultrasonography, and orthopedic surgery — all within a welcoming, state-of-the-art environment your pets will feel at home in.
Caring for Our Veterinarians and Staff
We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and work–life balance. Our team enjoys medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible scheduling with a true four-day work week, and no after-hours on-call responsibilities. We provide generous paid time off, pet care discounts, and full coverage of DEA and state license fees, along with a robust continuing education allowance to help you keep growing. Each doctor also receives VIN membership and professional liability insurance, plus relocation assistance to make joining our ‘ohana as smooth as possible.
Salary
$150,000-$200,000
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the state of Hawaii
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Compassionate, client-focused approach to patient care
- New graduates welcome — mentorship and training are provided
- DEA Certification (Preferred)
Website:
https://www.alohavetcenter.com/
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Pet care discounts
- Flexible scheduling
- 4-day work week
- No after-hours on-call requirements
- Covers cost of DEA and state license fees
- Generous continuing education (CE) allowance
- Above-average paid time off (PTO)
- VIN membership
- Professional liability insurance
- Relocation assistance
About Our Newly Constructed Facility
- 5 exam rooms
- 2 surgical suites
- CO surgical laser
- Open central treatment area with dedicated dental table
- In-house laboratory and pharmacy
- Digital radiology
- Digital dental x-ray
- Ultrasound
- Full in-house IDEXX diagnostics suite
- Cold laser therapy
- Convenient location with ample parking
- Regular visits from board-certified specialists (ophthalmology, ultrasonography, orthopedic surgery)
Our growing team currently includes two full-time veterinarians supported by a talented and friendly staff. We are expanding to meet the needs of our community — and we’d love for you to join us.
Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary school
Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the state of Hawaii
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Compassionate, client-focused approach to patient care
New graduates welcome — mentorship and training are provided
DEA Certification (Preferred)
