Veterinarian

Bismarck Animal Clinic & Hospital is an AAHA-certified small animal hospital with more than 30 years of history serving the Bismarck community. We're looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our close-knit 2-doctor team, where collaboration, mentorship, and work-life balance are part of everyday practice.

We welcome full-time, part-time, and relief veterinarians, and new graduates are encouraged to apply!

Why Bismarck Animal Clinic?

• $90,000–$120,000 salary + production (no negative accrual)
• 4-day workweek
• Full-time, part-time, and relief opportunities
• Meaningful mentorship within our experienced 2-DVM team + NVA's Mentorship Program 
• Diverse general practice + urgent care caseload
• Opportunities in dentistry, soft tissue surgery, and orthopedics
• Ultrasound and modern diagnostic equipment
• Loyal clients and an established 30+ year reputation

Practice Great Medicine. Feel Supported.

With only two doctors, you'll work closely with your colleagues and have the opportunity to make a real impact. New graduates receive hands-on mentorship and support as they build confidence, while experienced veterinarians have the autonomy to pursue their clinical interests.

We also prioritize veterinarian well-being, with access to NVA's mental health, wellness, and support resources.

The NVA Advantage

As part of National Veterinary Associates, you'll have access to:

• PetOne Veterinary Training Center for hands-on clinical and surgical training
• NVA's structured Mentorship Program
• Support for pursuing ABVP certification
• No non-compete agreement or negative accrual
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Future partnership and ownership opportunities

If you're looking for a supportive veterinary team where you can practice great medicine, grow your skills, and enjoy a true 4-day workweek, we'd love to meet you.

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.