Veterinarian

Job Description

Join Our Growing Team at Heron Creek Animal Hospital

We're looking for a veterinarian to join our collaborative, Fear-Free team near Sarasota, FL. Since 2006, we've built a reputation for combining modern medicine with genuine and compassionate care for pets

About the Practice

• 3-doctor practice, 2:1 tech ratio
• Full diagnostic and treatment capabilities: ultrasound, EKG, dentistry, acupuncture & more
• Primarily dog and cat with some small pocket pets; but there is opportunity for exotics and reptiles per individual doctor's preference
• 4 day work week. Closed Sundays, rotating Saturdays for real work-life balance
• AAHA-accredited, fear-free, with a strong culture of CE and mentorship

What We're Looking For

• Veterinarians at any career stage, new grads are welcome and well-supported!
• A collaborative mindset and drive for high-quality medicine

What You'll Get

• $110K-$160K base salary (DoE) + production bonus
• Structured mentorship for new grads and vets exploring new interests
• Sign-on, retention, and/or relocation bonus
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance & 401(k)
• Generous PTO plus dedicated CE funds and days
• Licenses, DEA registration & professional dues covered
• Wellness perks: free counseling, fitness discounts, maternity support
• Student loan refinancing assistance + pet insurance

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 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.