Veterinarian

Associate
Veterinarian – Work-Life Balance, Excellent Medicine & an Exceptional Team
Looking for
a practice where you can enjoy practicing veterinary medicine again? Whether
youre an experienced DVM seeking a healthier work-life balance or a new
graduate looking for outstanding mentorship, Lathrop Veterinary Center offers support,
autonomy, and resources to help you build a rewarding career.
Conveniently
located in

Lathrop, CA , our hospital is an easy commute from

Stockton,
Manteca, Tracy, Ripon, Modesto, Livermore, and surrounding Central Valley
communities.
Since
opening in 2008, weve built a loyal client base, a reputation for high-quality
medicine, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together. Many of our
technicians and support staff have been with us for more than a decade,
creating a stable, collaborative environment where veterinarians can focus on
patient care while continuing to grow professionally.
Why
Youll Love Working Here
Monday-Friday
schedule (approximately 8:00 AM-6:00 PM) with

no weekends or on-call
responsibilities
Competitive
compensation with production, bonuses, and generous sign-on/relocation
assistance
Strong
mentorship for new graduates, ongoing collaboration for experienced
veterinarians, and the opportunity to practice with increasing autonomy
Hands-on
professional development through our PetOne Veterinary Training Center
Experienced,
long-tenured support staff that allows you to focus on practicing medicine
Loyal
clients who value relationship-based, high-quality care
Diverse
caseload including wellness, surgery, dentistry, ultrasound, digital radiology,
pain management, and urgent care
Primarily
canine and feline medicine, with the option to see pocket pets and exotics if
interested
Know
another veterinarian looking for a change? We welcome friends and colleagues
whod like to join our team together.
A
Hospital Designed for Quality Medicine
Our
well-equipped facility provides the tools you need to practice confidently,
including:

5 exam rooms,
including a dedicated comfort room

Modern surgical suite

Digital radiography
and digital dental radiography

Ultrasound

Comprehensive medical,
surgical, and diagnostic capabilities

Full-service boarding
for cats and dogs
We
continually invest in our hospital and welcome new ideas. Annual capital
equipment funding allows us to add technology that helps our doctors provide
the highest level of care.
Compensation
& Benefits
Base
salary + 22% production plus bonus opportunities
Sign-on
/ relocation bonus (negotiable)
Full-time
salary: $150,000–$180,000+ (based on experience)
Part-time
salary negotiable (starting ~$70,000) dependent on schedule
CE
allowance + professional dues/licenses paid
Medical,
Dental, Vision & 401(k) with employer match
4
weeks paid vacation (full-time)
Paid
sabbatical (4 weeks) every 5 years of service in addition to annual vacation
Scrubs
provided
Why
Lathrop?
Lathrop is
one of California’s fastest-growing communities, ideally located between

Stockton,
Manteca, and Tracy , with easy access to the

San Francisco Bay Area
via I-205 and I-580. Enjoy newer neighborhoods, a more affordable cost of
living, shorter commutes, and plenty of options for weekend adventures—from

Yosemite
National Park and Lake Tahoe to San Francisco , California’s wine country,
and relaxing beach trips to

Monterey and Santa Cruz .
Who Were
Looking For

DVM or equivalent
degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school

Veterinarians of all
experience levels are encouraged to apply

Dedicated mentorship
for new graduates

ECFVG or PAVE
certification (if applicable)

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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 Colorados 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.