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Veterinarian

Scottsdale, AZ

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Practice exceptional medicine with the support of a community that values your independence, wellbeing, and growth.

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Build a career that supports your passion - and your life.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills, practice great medicine alongside a supportive team, and build a career that fits your goals and lifestyle. With flexible scheduling, opportunities for continued growth, medical independence, and a connected community behind you, you can thrive both professionally and personally.

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Key traits that drive our vets.

Discover the qualities that help our team work and make a real impact on patients—and the practice.

  • Compassionate
  • Collaborative
  • Adaptable
  • Progressive
  • Reliable
  • Curious

Supporting you at work and beyond

  • Support at work and beyond
  • Benefits tailored to your needs
  • Career growth that fits your goals
  • Freedom to practice your medicine

Responsibilities

Arizona Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team in Scottsdale, Arizona.


Founded by Dr. Brett Cordes, Arizona Animal Hospital is a modern, full-service small animal hospital committed to delivering exceptional medicine while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for our doctors and staff.  We believe in providing our veterinarians with the tools, mentorship, and clinical autonomy needed to practice at their highest level while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.


Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for your next home or a newer doctor seeking mentorship and growth, you'll find a team that is invested in your success.


Why Arizona Animal Hospital?


Practice High-Quality Medicine

  • Fully equipped hospital with ultrasound, digital radiography, dental radiology, in-house laboratory capabilities, and advanced surgical equipment
  • Opportunity to develop special interests and expand clinical skills
  • Supportive environment that encourages collaboration and continued learning
  • Experienced leadership team committed to helping doctors grow professionally

Exceptional Support Staff

  • Strong technician support
  • Dedicated surgical technicians available for procedures
  • Highly trained team that allows veterinarians to focus on medicine and client care
  • Collaborative culture where doctors and staff genuinely enjoy working together

Flexible Practice Style

  • Ability to tailor medicine and surgery based on your interests and experience level
  • Flexible scheduling options available
  • Mentorship available for early career veterinarians
  • Clinical autonomy with the backing of a knowledgeable and experienced team


Responsibilities

  • Perform wellness, sick, and preventive care examinations
  • Develop diagnostic and treatment plans that support exceptional patient outcomes
  • Perform medical, surgical, and dental procedures consistent with experience and interests
  • Educate clients on treatment options, preventive care, and long-term patient wellness
  • Maintain accurate and complete medical records
  • Collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff to deliver outstanding patient care
  • Contribute to a positive hospital culture and client experience
  • Stay current on advances in veterinary medicine through continuing education


Qualifications

  • DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
  • Active Arizona veterinary license, or ability to obtain
  • Commitment to practicing high-quality medicine and patient advocacy
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Collaborative, team-oriented approach to patient care
  • Interest in continued professional growth and development


Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary of $120,000-$175,000 (depending on experience)
  • $10,000+ sign-on bonus
  • Opportunity for production-based bonuses
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Paid CE allowance
  • Professional dues, licensing, and DEA reimbursement
  • Professional liability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career growth and leadership development opportunities


Life in Scottsdale

Scottsdale offers year-round sunshine, incredible hiking, world-class dining, and easy access to everything the Phoenix metro area has to offer.  Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, professional sports, or exploring Arizona's natural beauty, Scottsdale provides an exceptional quality of life both inside and outside of work.

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.

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We offer support that goes beyond the basics. Our benefits are designed to meet you where you are in your practice—and your life.

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  • Growth & Development

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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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