Practice

Fulton Animal Hospital is a full-service, small animal veterinary hospital serving Canal Fulton and neighboring communities since 1956. Our hospital provides services for cats, dogs, chickens, sheep, and goats. We’ve got you covered from preventative care, health certificates, surgery, and dentistry; to X-ray, ultrasound, and laser therapy.

 

Over the years, our hospital has grown into a multiple-doctor practice, dedicated to offering the most up-to-date medical treatments while maintaining our hometown feel. Our skilled and knowledgeable staff proudly serve our clients and their pets.

More about the Role

Associate Veterinarian – Fulton Animal HospitalCanal Fulton, OhioSmall-Town Charm • Modern Medicine • Big-Hearted Team

Fulton Animal Hospital is excited to welcome a compassionate and motivated Associate Veterinarian to our growing team in Canal Fulton, OH! Whether you're an experienced DVM or a new graduate eager to learn, you’ll find a supportive, collaborative, and genuinely fun environment where you can thrive.

Located just 20–25 minutes from Akron and North Canton, our practice blends small-town warmth with modern, beautifully updated facilities—making it the perfect place to build a long-lasting and fulfilling veterinary career.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

A Truly Supportive, High-Morale Culture

Our team is known for being welcoming, energetic, and extremely collaborative. With a seasoned and well-trained support staff that is “all in” every day, and an experienced, supportive practice manager who is deeply invested in team success, you’ll always feel supported in providing exceptional patient care. Everyone pitches in and has each other’s backs.

A Modern, Spacious Facility

Recently remodeled and thoughtfully designed for comfort and efficiency:• 6 exam rooms (including a comfort room with private exit)• Lift tables in exam rooms• Designated dental suite• Dedicated radiology suite• Updated treatment areas• Large, bright lobby• New breakroom being added• Private doctor offices with individual desks• Separate surgical and dental suites• Full in-house lab – IDEXX• Large accessible parking lotWe’re constantly improving the space, equipment, and flow so you can practice at your best.

The Medicine You Want to Practice

Fulton Animal Hospital excels in high-quality, practical, client-centered medicine. We provide thorough care while meeting clients where they are and offering realistic, thoughtful treatment options. Appointment lengths of 20–30 minutes allow for meaningful medical workups and strong client relationships.

Surgery & Dentistry

Each doctor has a dedicated surgery day with opportunities to expand skills in soft tissue, light ortho, and dentistry. We’re actively growing our dental program and welcome DVMs who want to help strengthen it.

Mixed-Animal Expansion

Our team is excited about expanding beyond traditional small animal offerings. We aim to grow a mixed-animal service that includes:Dogs, cats, goats, sheep, chickens, rabbits, pigs, and more.If you enjoy variety and want to help shape a developing mixed-animal program, this is a remarkable opportunity.

Equipment & Tools

You’ll have the diagnostics and tools you need, including:• Digital full-body and dental radiographs• Ultrasound (with trained staff support)• Multiple anesthesia machines• Full monitoring equipment• Surgical laser• Cold laser

Who We’re Looking For

We’d love to meet you if you are:• A new graduate seeking supportive, hands-on mentorship• An experienced veterinarian looking for autonomy and an uplifting team• Interested in surgery, dentistry, mixed-animal medicine, or expanding a niche service• A positive, team-oriented doctor who enjoys a collaborative, upbeat workplace

Come Grow With Us!

If you’re ready to join a practice that blends exceptional medicine with a warm, energized atmosphere—and the opportunity to help shape a growing mixed-animal program—we would love to connect.

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

• Up to $50,000 sign on bonus available! 
• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement 
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available

Pay Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.