Growth-Oriented Associate Vet (Small Animal & Exotics)

St. John's Veterinary Hospital; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Continuing education

Professional liability coverage

Personal pet care discounts

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team at St. Johns Veterinary Hospital in historic St. Augustine, FL. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional pet care and welcome candidates who can maintain compassionate, high-quality health care standards.

The hospital offers a positive work environment supported by well-trained staff, health insurance, educational benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active Florida DVM license in good standing.
• Ability to maintain high standards in veterinary care.
• Experience with diverse animal species is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality health care to a variety of animal species.
• Communicate effectively with staff and clients.
• Collaborate with a team of veterinarians and technicians.

Skills

Compassionate care

Professional demeanor

Good communication

Interest in exotics

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Job description

St. Johns Veterinary Hospital is located on the beautiful historic St. Augustine, FL and has been providing exceptional pet care for over 40 years. The hospital itself has been doubled in size to 10,000 square feet and has been remodeled to provide a state of the art intensive care area within the charm of the original house .

We are seeking a growth oriented Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative 4 doctor team! Be part of a team that has developed a reputation for its outstanding professionalism, exceptional client service and progressive, quality medicine. You will be assisted by well-trained, highly skilled technicians, CVTs, and administrative staff. And, we like to have fun too!

Our team members enjoy a generous benefits package. We provide a competitive salary and a benefits package that includes health insurance, continuing education, professional liability coverage, required professional dues and licensing, uniforms, personal pet care discounts and much more.

St. John’s Veterinary Hospital is a small animal hospital offering a cat clinic and exotics expertise. We have cared for sick and injured wildlife for over 20 years at no cost. Over 500 animals are cared for each year by our veterinarians. Birds, reptiles and mammals of all kinds are triaged, treated medically or surgically and sent to local wildlife groups for rehabilitation.

We offer a wide range of diagnostics and state of the art equipment including: digital radiography, dental digital radiography, laparoscopy, ultrasound , and endoscopy. We also offer cold laser therapy. Our dedicated surgical suite and intensive care area are equipped with complete monitoring equipment including ECG, pulse ox, and capnography. We have a comprehensive in-house lab, CBC analyzer, serum chemistry & electrolyte analyzer, and in-house culture and sensitivity testing.

ABOUT ST. AUGUSTINE

St. Augustine is the oldest city in America and offers historic architecture, great food, music and culture.

The city offers historic homes, beachside condos and suburban homes.St. Augustine is also ideal for all outdoor sports - hiking, biking, kayaking, surfing, or strolling on the beach.

QUALIFICATIONS

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) degree for an accredited university, active Florida DVM license in good standing. Professional demeanor and appearance, maintain the highest standards in providing compassionate, high quality health care and services. We are looking for someone who is positive and can maintain good relationships and communications with staff and clients. We see a variety of species, in addition to companion small animals, and interest in exotics is a plus.

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.