Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates; Staunton (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinarian to join the Augusta Valley Animal Hospital team in Staunton, Virginia. This well-established, AHAA-accredited facility offers a full spectrum of diagnostic procedures and is focused on preventative care and excellence in veterinary medicine. With a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $130,000, this role is open to new graduates and includes a robust benefits package. Join our dedicated team in providing outstanding pet care!

Qualifications

• Ability to make decisions and communicate clearly with team members.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Experience in providing exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with Managing Doctors and medical staff.
• Advance the quality of medicine in the practice.
• Provide exceptional service to clients and patients.

Skills

Decision-making

Effective communication

Compassionate care

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

In-house diagnostic procedures

Digital x-ray

Dental suite

Job description

Augusta Valley Animal Hospital, our General Practice hospital located in Staunton, Virginia, is seeking to hire a Veterinarian to join our team!

Augusta Valley Animal Hospital is a high-volume, well-established, full-service veterinary hospital that strives to deliver excellent veterinary care to every client and patient that walks through our doors. Our team is made up of kind, caring, compassionate, and dedicated staff members who help to provide progressive pet care, while building long-lasting bonds with our clients and their pets. This location is AHAA-accredited.

Open to New Grad candidates -- great Mentorship Program!!

$100,000-$130,000 Base Salary (varies based on qualifications/experience)

Recently listed on Newsweek's "America's Best Animal Hospitals of 2025."

About the area

Staunton is conveniently located at the intersection of I-81 and I-64. Staunton is the perfect base from which to explore Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The city’s charming downtown is home to a vibrant arts and music scene, a sizzling reputation for local food and dining, and a cool array of independent shops and galleries clustered along the historic main street. We are also located only 1.5 hours from Virginia Tech.

We are looking for someone with the ability to make decisions and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members and who is committed to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics. The Veterinarian we are looking for is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with the Managing Doctors and supporting medical staff. This individual advances the quality of medicine in the practice and provides exceptional client service to our clients and patients.

• We provide a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in‑house testing and the use of external laboratories. We also work closely with local practices when special diagnostic procedures are required. The facility includes a well‑stocked pharmacy, a fully equipped in‑hospital surgery suite, in‑house digital x‑ray capabilities, a fully equipped dental suite with digital dental x‑ray, a therapeutic companion class IV laser, and a closely supervised hospitalization area.
• We also have very close relationships with local specialty hospitals for advanced diagnostics, surgery and 24‑hour emergency care.
• We are highly focused on preventative care and dentistry. We also encourage and support the growth and advancement of our DVM’s special veterinary interests.

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.