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Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates Careers
  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • $115,000–$120,000 Per Year
1 day ago

Job Description

Evergreen Animal Hospital in Gig Harbor, WA is looking for an Associate Veterinarian

Since 1982, Evergreen Animal Hospital has been caring for the pets of Gig Harbor and surrounding community. Our doctors truly excel in pet health and preventative care, and our team is committed to ensuring professional, ethical, compassionate, and respectful care through education, teamwork, and service excellence. Evergreen is a full-service hospital open 6 days a week. We are well-equipped to mentor, so all experience levels are welcome!

About Us:

  • We are an AAHA Accredited Hospital.
  • We currently have 3 full time veterinarians and would love to add one more.
  • We have the support staff in place to support growth in our team, and we collaborate each day by dividing up our surgery and appointment cases equally amongst our team
  • We are busy! Our clinic is booked for dentals, surgeries (from routine soft tissue to TPLOs), and appointments Monday through Saturday. We all rotate through Saturday.

  • Our doctors enjoy the ability to develop their skills depending on their interests (surgery, ortho, exotics, etc)

  • We have a Class IV Cold Laser Therapy unit and we are lucky to be within a few miles of our sister hospital, PetZen Animal Wellness, who can offer alternative and holistic medicine.

SALARY PLUS Compensation Model

Guaranteed Annual

SALARY

paid month to month (range $115,000 - $120,000 depending on experience)

PLUS

Monthly Production Bonus

(we are paying your guaranteed salary UP FRONT and then you have the ability to produce up to and beyond this salary minimum. The additional revenue produced will qualify you for a production bonus based on a percentage rate of 21%)

Signing Bonus Package

  • Sign on Bonus will be paid at start date ($5,000-$10,000)

  • Relocation Bonus Package ($5,000 - $10,000)

New Grad Benefits:

  • Regional Next Level Mentorship

    Program for all New Grads for year one.

  • Referral Program Eligibility

    – Once you sign with us, if you refer "a friend" you can earn an additional

    $10,000

Other Bonuses:

  • We love to add specific incentives aimed at YOU. What would make you smile? A gym membership? A vacation? Doggie Spa/Day Care services? A new iPhone/Apple Watch? Once we get to know you, we can tailor your contract to fit you.

Paid Time Off:

  • Minimum 2 weeks (12 days)

Schedule:

  • 3-4 days a week (10-hour shifts) – counts as full time

CE & Professional Memberships:

  • Annual stipend for CE of your choice ($2,500 - $3,000)

  • Professional Training and Development upon request
  • Midmark Dental Training
  • Membership in AVMA, VIN, WSVMA, your choice

Benefits:

  • Full Health Care (medical, vision, dental)

  • Life Insurance
  • Mental Health Services (online, over the phone, in person, etc)
  • Pet Benefits – per hospital policy
  • NVA perks on thousands of brands (rental cars, COSTCO, entertainment, etc.
Dr. Kane, our Managing Veterinarian, is passionate about facilitating the human-animal bond through preventative medicine and client education. He enjoys the great variety of cases that Evergreen sees every day and has a special interest in surgery and orthopedics. He is a patient and dedicated mentor and an engaging and empowering team leader. He would love to meet you.
About Gig Harbor:

Gig Harbor is an idyllic seaside town nestled on the southern edge of the Puget Sound in Pierce County, WA. Known for its charming historic downtown, boutique shopping, local fare eateries, and endearing cultural events, Gig Harbor offers picturesque views of Mt. Rainier and the feeling of small-town splendor.


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 hiringhub@nva.com. 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationGig Harbor, WA
Salary$115,000–$120,000 Per Year

Skills

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