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Associate Veterinarian
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What they do
A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
$117,218 / year median in Colorado
+19% projected growth
Job Description
What that means for you:
Build a caseload that leans urgent care / same-day medicine Or design a hybrid schedule (appointments + urgent care) Practice high-quality medicine without overnight shifts This is an opportunity to "create your own adventure" in a supportive, collaborative hospital. What You'll See Sick visits & same-day cases Urgent care-style workups and procedures Medical variability that keeps your day engaging Loyal client base that values access and continuity If you enjoy diagnostics, problem-solving, and hands-on medicine, you'll feel right at home here. Schedule & Flexibility Daytime hours Flexible scheduling options No overnight ER expectations Opportunity to grow into leadership over time—but never required Compensation & Benefits Competitive base of $120,000 plus production Sign-on / relocation support available CE allowance + paid licensing Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k) Employee pet discountsLocation:
Westminster, Colorado Enjoy the best of both worlds—suburban comfort with easy access to Denver and the mountains. Why NVA At NVA, we believe in: Clinical autonomy - practice your medicine your way Career growth - from mentorship to leadership to ownership Support without micromanagement Whether you're actively looking or just curious, we'd love to share more about how this role can be tailored to your interests. Accepting applications through 9/20/2026. National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership. At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:- We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.