Associate Veterinarian

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with match

Company-paid short-term disability and

life insurance

Parental leave & adoption assistance

PTO with access to company vacation

CE opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

No non-compete

Job summary

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment is seeking a Veterinarian to join a well-established small animal hospital in Carson City, Nevada. The practice delivers high-quality, community-focused care with autonomy and collaborative team support.

You'll manage a diverse caseload from wellness to surgery, with a weekday-only schedule (Mon-Thu 8am-5:30pm, Fri 8am-5pm) and no after-hours or weekend duties, offering strong work-life balance and opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive veterinary care across a diverse caseload, from wellness through diagnostics, treatment, and surgery.
• Build trusted relationships with clients through clear communication and education.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to contribute to a positive, team-oriented hospital culture.

Job description

Introduction
This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinarian to join a well-established small animal hospital delivering high-quality, community-focused care in Carson City, Nevada. The hospital has been serving pets since 1995 and is known for providing tailored care in a friendly, supportive environment. The role suits a veterinarian who values a collaborative team, a varied caseload, and the ability to practise medicine with both autonomy and support. With a strong local reputation and a focus on continuity of care, this position offers a rewarding clinical role in a location that blends professional fulfilment with an outstanding quality of life.

Working Hours / Rota
The hospital operates Monday to Thursday from 8am to 5:30pm and Friday from 8am to 5pm, with no weekend opening. There are no after-hours or emergency responsibilities. This weekday-only schedule provides structure and predictability, supporting a healthy work life balance while maintaining excellent availability for clients.

Role Description and Responsibilities
In this role, you will deliver comprehensive veterinary care across a diverse caseload, managing patients from routine wellness through diagnostics, treatment, and surgery. You will build trusted relationships with clients through clear communication and education, collaborate closely with colleagues and support staff, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented hospital culture. The position is well suited to veterinarians at any stage of their career, offering either mentorship or peer-level support depending on experience.

Practice Details
The hospital provides care for small animals as well as exotics and pocket pets, creating a varied and engaging caseload. Services include wellness exams, diagnostics, surgery, and emergency care tailored to each patient's needs. The recently updated, modern facility includes a dedicated surgery suite and is equipped with advanced technology such as digital dental radiography, ultrasound, echocardiogram capability, cold laser therapy, and stem cell therapy. The practice sees a high patient volume and is designed to support thorough, high-quality medicine in a well-equipped and efficient environment.

Team
You will be joining a friendly, collaborative veterinary team supported by experienced technicians and support staff. The hospital currently has two veterinarians and a stable team environment, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, mutual support, and long-term staff retention. The culture is professional yet relaxed, with genuine focus on creating a positive workplace where team members enjoy working together while delivering excellent care.

Candidate Requirements

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

The Package

Salary up to $200,000 (Annual)

• Guaranteed first year base and bonus of $200k
• Production
• Student loan support
• Relocation stipend
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• No non-compete
• 401k with match
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Parental support (paid parental leave & adoption assistance)
• Schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance
• PTO with free access to company vacation properties
• CE opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• No negative accrual