Associate Veterinarian — Mentorship to Ownership & Growth

Friendship Hospital for Animals; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing education support

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates in Fort Collins, Colorado, is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join a well-established, supportive team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality veterinary care in a Fear Free-focused practice with no on-call responsibilities. You'll enjoy a collaborative environment, mentorship opportunities, and a diverse caseload including preventive care and urgent conditions.

Compensation consists of a competitive salary between $120,000–$140,000 plus production, alongside comprehensive benefits including health insurance, a 401k plan, and support for continuing education.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school.
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in Colorado.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality medicine and client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care in a collaborative environment.
• Mentor and support fellow veterinarians and staff.
• Manage diverse caseload including preventive care, surgery, and urgent care.

Skills

High-quality medicine delivery

Client communication

Collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Licensed in Colorado

Job description

Associate Veterinarian – Friendship Hospital for Animals

At Friendship Hospital for Animals, we believe great veterinary medicine starts with great people.

We're a well-established, 6-doctor small animal practice in beautiful Fort Collins, Colorado, seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative and supportive team. Since 1997, we've built a reputation for exceptional patient care, strong client relationships, and a workplace culture where veterinarians can thrive both professionally and personally.

Whether you enjoy preventive care, dentistry, urgent care, surgery, or developing long-term client relationships, you'll find the support, tools, and flexibility to practice medicine your way.

Why Friendship?

• Fear Free-focused practice
• Collaborative team of experienced veterinarians and highly skilled support staff
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and sustainable careers
• No on-call responsibilities
• Diverse caseload including preventive care, dentistry, surgery, urgent care, and some exotics
• Modern facility with digital radiology, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, dedicated dental suite, and advanced diagnostic capabilities
• Clinical autonomy supported by a collaborative team environment

As part of NVA, you'll also have access to a unique"Mentorship to Ownership"philosophy that supports veterinarians throughout every stage of their career. Whether you're looking to sharpen your clinical skills, develop leadership capabilities, mentor future veterinarians, pursue medical interests, or explore future ownership opportunities, you'll have the resources and support to create a career path that's uniquely yours.

For veterinarians interested in leadership, Friendship offers the opportunity to grow into roles such as Medical Director, mentor, or hospital leader while continuing to practice high-quality medicine alongside a team you enjoy working with.

What You'll Love

• Loyal clients who value quality medicine and long-term relationships
• Experienced technicians and support staff who help you practice efficiently
• A positive, team-oriented culture where collaboration is encouraged
• Mentorship, professional development, and continuing education support
• Leadership that values your voice, well-being, and career goals

Benefits & Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive base salary of$120,000–$140,000 plus production, based on experience

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• License and professional dues reimbursement
• VIN and Plumb's memberships
• Uniform allowance and additional employee discounts

About You

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in Colorado
• Passionate about delivering high-quality medicine and client service
• Strong communicator and collaborative team member
• Interested in continued professional growth and development
• Experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply

If you're looking for a hospital where you can practice excellent medicine, build meaningful relationships, enjoy the Colorado lifestyle, and have a clear pathway for future growth, we'd love to meet you.

Join the Friendship family and build a career—and future—you'll love.

Accepting Applications through October 1st, 2026.

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.