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Tacoma, WA

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North End Pet Hospital in the Northern Tacoma Area, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian - who loves SURGERY.
North End Pet Hospital has been dedicated to serving Proctor and the northern Tacoma area since 1980. We operate as a general practice, caring for both dogs and cats. Our services include wellness check-ups, sick visits, and aim to enhance our urgent care and advanced surgical procedure offerings. We are continually expanding our resources and medical capabilities to ensure that we deliver top-notch veterinary care to all our patients.
About Our Team:
We value to the unique contributions of each individual, understanding that diversity strengthens innovation. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and heard, enhancing collective success. We are dedicated to continued learning, offering professional development through workshops, conferences and mentorship to support each person's journey toward excellence. 
The OFFER: 
  • Guaranteed Annual Salary starting at $120,000 (depends on experience)
  • Monthly Production Bonus 21%
  • $30,000 Bonus Package
  • $3,000 CE budget annually 
  • Surgical and Dental Training
  • CE time off in addition to PTO
  • 3 weeks PTO
  • Full Benefits (health, vision, dental) & 401K with 3%match
Our Clients:
We serve a large and compliant client base, which allows us to provide high-quality medical care. Our clients are receptive to best practices as well as advanced treatments and procedures. 
Who we are looking for:
We are in search of a veterinarian who is passionate about surgery and urgent care for our patients. The ideal individual will be friendly and flourish in our light and fun atmosphere. This new teammate will collaborate closely with our leadership team to guarantee that they receive all the support necessary to practice the medicine that they aspire to. We commit to providing all of the appropriate equipment, staff assistance, medical and mental health resources, and mentorship. 
About Northern Tacoma:
Nestled less than two miles from the picturesque Ruston Way Waterfront, which offers stunning views of Mount Rainier, North End Pet Hospital is located in Tacoma's Proctor District.  Proctor is recognized for its safe, family-oriented atmosphere, walkable streets, distinctive shops, and fantastic dining options. 
Tacoma is an ideal spot for those who love hiking, camping, kayaking, biking, or any other outdoor adventure. With many state and national parks in close proximity, Tacoma provides the perfect blend of urban living and access to the breathtaking natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. 

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. 


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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.
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  • Flexible Schedules

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NVA is a great choice because of the options they give you. Not only is there a variety of practices you can be in, but if you want to reach beyond that, if there's something beyond just straight patient care that you are interested in, if you have other goals or dreams or aspirations and is going to find a way to make them happen for you, their focus is growth. And so they will find a way for you to grow as a veterinarian, achieve what you want to achieve and be the best that you can be.

Dr. Elise Frank, Belmont Shore Veterinary Hospital, Long Beach

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