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Veterinarian | Close-Knit Team | We See Exotics!

NVA, Nevada City, CA


Kings Row Pet Hospital is looking for a full-time veterinarian to join our 6-doctor small animal/exotic practice. We're a close-knit team that values collaboration and enjoys mentorship. Prerequisites are good communication skills, a good work ethic, and last, but not least, a good sense of humor!

About us:
  • No weekends or holidays... ever! We believe strongly in work/life balance!
  • The practice is only 30 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe!
  • We enjoy mentoring and do our best to help everyone thrive at work
  • We love to have fun at work and have a family-like team
  • We believe in providing ample para support for our veterinarians to best support their ability to serve the pets in our community


Hospital equipment:
  • Abaxis in house lab equipment - CBC +Chemistry, I Stat and PT and APTT
  • Reference lab support from Antech including consultations with their specialists
  • Ultrasound equipment
  • New sound DR whole body x-ray as well as a digital dental x-ray.
  • Storz endoscopy- flexible, rigid, and bronchoscopy


About the area:
  • Nevada is tax-free
  • Close to Lake Tahoe (Nevada and California sides)
  • Biking, hiking, camping, and water sports in the summer, world-class skiing, and snowboarding in the winter!
  • 2 hours and 45 minutes from Yosemite National Park


What we're offering:
  • Competitive base salary with monthly production bonus
  • Generous PTO - we never deny time off and schedule efficiently to maximize your time off!
  • Exciting CE allowance, customized to meet your professional goals and passions
  • 4 Day work-week with emphasis on work/life balance
  • 401(k) with match
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Uniform Allowance
  • Collaborative and inclusive hospital leadership team
  • Mentorship


Job Responsibilities:
  • Builds rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with their concerns
  • Performs physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort
  • Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs
  • Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols
  • Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine
  • Assists in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
  • Positively represents the hospital in the professional community


Skills and Basic Qualifications:
  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university
  • Licensure in good standing
  • Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
  • Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Works collaboratively with hospital team members
  • Makes decisions confidently and effectively
  • Manages time and tasks appropriately
  • Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients
  • Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth


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.