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National Veterinary Associates

Veterinarian – General Practice at National Veterinary Associates

National Veterinary Associates Lorton, VA

Job Description

Gunston Animal Hospital in Lorton, VA is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team!***$20k Sign-On, $10k Retention, $2k Relocation, $2k Lifestyle Incentive******20 PTO Days, CE Allowance $2.5k + 5 Days******No Sundays, No On-Call, Personal Pet Care Support, Mentorship***Gunston Animal Hospital is a well-established, 2 doctor, AAHA accredited, full-service, small animal hospital. Community involvement is at the core of our mission, as this provides us with the opportunity to impact most effectively on the all-important human animal bond. We pride ourselves on providing a full spectrum of care for our patients. PAW plans are available so our client can afford preventative and maintenance care for their pets. Our culture is one of high standards, professional dedication, patient care and unrelenting commitment to customer service. We are seeking someone just as passionate about culture and medicine to join our family.About the Hospital:UltrasoundCold Laser therapyFull in-house IDEXX lab equipment3 exam roomsSoft tissue surgeryDental prophylaxisDedicated surgery suite and dental areaDigital radiography (including digital dental radiographs)Treatment area with 2 tablesDiagnostic ultrasoundWhy choose Gunston Animal Hospital?Safe and Quality Medicine: Our team stays educated and utilizes the most up to date techniques and recommendations for the best possible patient care. We also pride ourselves on utilizing fear-free techniques to keep our patients AND staff safe while providing the best care possible.Friendly/Inclusive Culture: Our team acknowledges that great results are only achieved through the teamwork that comes with mutual respect and kindness amongst our team and with our clients.We Like to Have Fun!: We work hard and have difficult days, but we get through them as a TEAM. We have worked hard to create and maintain an excellent culture. We have regular staff meetings and off-site events (pot lucks, tie dye party, apple picking, movie theater to ourselves, are just some of our previous events) to celebrate and relax together! All this hard work has fostered a jovial, considerate, and passionate group of people, we would love to have you as part of our community!Work-Life BalanceAt Gunston, we understand that balancing work and life is incredibly important to be both happy and successful, so we prioritize supporting our staff. Doctors’ schedules are flexible with four days (5-10 hours shifts PT v. FT) per week, no on-call, rotating Saturdays, and flexible lunches.Gunston Animal Hospital offers:401(k) planPaid time off20 PTO days per yearLicensure dues/feesMalpractice coverageAnnual CE allowance of $2.5k and 5 daysHealth, Vision, and Dental insurance optionsLife insurance, short term/long term disabilityLifestyle incentive up to $2kEqual Employment Opportunity:It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.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.

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