Associate Veterinarian — Free Year of Mountain Housing

White Pine Veterinary Clinic; Park City (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing for your first year

401(k) with employer match

Multiple health insurance plans

Paid time off

Mental health support

Travel discounts

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join the White Pine Veterinary Clinic in scenic Park City, Utah. This role offers a unique work-life balance and the chance to explore the outdoors.

With free housing for the first year and a competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $150,000, you’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to quality veterinary care. In addition, generous benefits including health insurance, mental health support, and career growth opportunities await.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree.
• Enjoys building strong relationships with clients.
• Eager to work collaboratively with a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to pets.
• Manage and maintain the health of both cats and dogs.
• Serve as a mentor to new graduates and externs.

Skills

Client relationship building

Collaborative teamwork

Surgical skills

Diagnostic skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Laparoscopic surgery equipment

Digital radiology

In-house lab equipment

Job description

Ever dream of living in the mountains? We’ll cover housing for your first year to help you see if Park City is your place.

White Pine Veterinary Clinic isn’t just a clinic — it’s a launchpad for the kind of life veterinarians dream about. Located in stunning Park City, we’re minutes from world-class skiing, mountain biking trails, and Sundance culture. With free housing for your first year, it’s never been easier to explore life at elevation.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our 2-doctor team in a supportive, well-equipped practice known for quality medicine and authentic connection. Our managing veterinarian was promoted from within, and we love mentoring others who want to grow.

This role is ideal for someone who:

Has always imagined living near the slopes

Is eager to build strong client relationships

Loves a collaborative team with zero drama

Wants room to explore personal clinical interests (from ultrasound to palliative care to laparoscopic surgery)

The Resources

Laparoscopic surgery equipment

Digital radiology

IDEXX in-house lab

EKG

Full surgical suite

Separate cat and dog wards

Dedicated team that loves mentoring new grads and externs

The Lifestyle

Work a 3- or 4-day week with no after-hours or on-call shifts. Hike before dinner. Ski on your day off. Grab brunch downtown. Park City is just 20 minutes from Salt Lake City but feels like a different world. This is the place where real work-life balance awaits.

The Benefits of Working with Us

Free housing for your first year

$120,000–$150,000 starting salary (depending on experience) + 21% production bonus, paid monthly

Time Off: 4 weeks of paid time off (3 weeks personal time + 1 week for CE)

Health Insurance: Multiple plan options, including a low-deductible PPO plan and affordable premiums for you and your dependents

Mental Health Support:
• $0 copays for therapy and mental health visits
• Coverage for both in-person and telehealth appointments
• Access to the Calm app for guided meditation, sleep, and stress relief
• Access to Headspace for one-on-one emotional wellness coaching

Inclusive & Affirming Coverage:
• Transgender-inclusive medical care, including gender affirmation surgery and hormone therapy
• Prescription coverage for PrEP

Retirement & Financial Support:
• 401(k) with employer match
• HSA with employer contributions
• FSAs for health, dependent care, and commuting
• Student loan refinancing bonus through SoFi

Career Growth & Education:
• Access to NVA’s new training and continuing education facility in Chicago
• Tailored career development support, including ownership buy-in opportunities

Parental Support:
• Income protection during maternity leave through short-term disability
• Emotional wellness tools to support family transitions

Income Protection & Optional Extras:
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Aflac voluntary benefits (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity)

Perks & Discounts:
• National discounts on travel, wellness, apparel, and more
• One Pass fitness memberships (digital or in-person)
• Up to 20% off Pumpkin pet insurance
• Legal assistance through LegalEASE
• Identity protection through NortonLifeLock

If you’ve ever thought “someday I’ll move to the mountains,”

this is your sign.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

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 [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.