Veterinarian

Carlsbad Animal Clinic; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan refinancing program for employees

401(k) match

Medical plan

Dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave and CE days

Full license/membership reimbursement

Job summary

Carlsbad Animal Clinic in Carlsbad, New Mexico, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our small animal practice. Our team‑oriented environment offers a supportive working atmosphere, flexible schedule, and opportunities to grow as a veterinarian.

Exotics caseload potential is part of the role; while not required, we welcome candidates interested in expanding services. We provide modern facilities, in-house lab, digital radiographs, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the U.S.
• Experience with small animal medicine preferred; exotics a plus.
• Team-oriented professional with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical, surgical, and preventive care for small animals.
• Collaborate with team to grow services and patient care.

Skills

Exotics experience

Team collaboration

Small animal medicine

Education

DVM degree

Licensed to practice

Tools

Idexx in-house lab

Digital radiographs

Dental unit with high-speed drill

Job description

Carlsbad Animal Clinic in Carlsbad, NM is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our practice!

***Exotics caseload potential***

Carlsbad Animal Clinic is a growing practice located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, and is primarily a small animal practice. Our team-oriented environment provides a supportive working atmosphere and an efficient clinic. Our work schedule affords ample time for family and other personal endeavors. This is a great opportunity to grow as a veterinarian, especially for those looking to practice their own medicine in a beautiful community.

Interested in exotics? Although not a requirement for our new doctor, our team would love to serve the large caseload of exotic patients in our community again!

About Carlsbad Animal Clinic

• A full-service hospital, we offer all aspects of veterinary surgery and medicine
• Free-standing, 4,000 sq. ft. building, three exam rooms, separate waiting areas for cats and dogs
• In-house lab (Idexx)
• Digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, and a dental unit with a high-speed drill
• Surgical suite with two surgery tables and the latest monitoring equipment. Surgeries and dental procedures performed daily
• Mainly dogs and cats with some exotics and zoo work
• We offer excellent benefits, including a loan refinancing program for employees and family members!

For more information please visit www.carlsbadvetclinic.com!

We uphold high standards for our doctors in compensation, benefits, and work-life balance:

• Up to $100K Bonus Package (Full Time)
• Competitive Compensation Package with additional incentives
• Flexible schedule with paid vacation, sick, and CE days
• 401(k) match
• Fantastic medical plan, dental, vision, and additional insurance at minimal cost
• Full Reimbursement for all licenses, membership dues, and PLIT
• Free VIN Account
• Your choice of the following:
• Unlimited CE every 2 years
• Extra 2 weeks of vacation time every 2 years

About Carlsbad, NM:

Eddy County offers many outdoor activities including hiking, caving, and biking. Water skiing, boating, and fishing are available on the Pecos River which winds through Carlsbad. Carlsbad Caverns National Park is minutes away and winter sports are available approximately two hours away. Carlsbad is a friendly community with many amenities conducive to family living. Our school system sports the highest-paid teachers in the state. Carlsbad is a great place to live and practice veterinary medicine!

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:

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- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting‑related communication

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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.