Veterinarian

Job Description

Are you a compassionate and committed veterinarian ready to make an impact on animal welfare in the Scottsdale community? Pima North Animal Hospital has a great opportunity for an Associate Veterinarian to do just that!

Who We Are

Established in the North Scottsdale Foothills, Pima North Animal Hospital is a small animal veterinary hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for cats and dogs. Our practice also provides professional grooming services and offers luxury boarding to allow pets to live long, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Our hospital proudly maintains American Animal Hospital Association Accreditation and Feline Friendly status.

Pima North is a large beautiful 4-doctor hospital looking for the right Associate DVM to enhance our culture and our medical program. We provide quality diagnostics to our clients through our team's extensive medical experience along with the use of our in-house laboratory, radiology and ultrasound. We have a complete surgical suite with complex multi-modal monitoring systems, laser technology, endoscopy, electrocautery and the safest inhalant anesthetic offered. Our medical team holds high medical standards and strives to practice exceptional care. We have a skilled team of veterinary technicians and assistants dedicated to helping provide quality care and compassion.

At Pima North Animal Hospital, our vision is "Within our community and team we hope to provide a professional, compassionate, and informative environment where our clients and their pets feel at home."

What We Offer

At Pima North, we provide reasonable schedules to allow for a good work-life balance. Doctors work a 4-day work week with hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and rotating every third Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our practice is closed on Sundays and all major holidays.

We offer extensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off (including sick time), uniform allowance, continuing education opportunities, and discounts on veterinary and boarding services and retail products. Allowances are provided for dues, fees, and continuing education to allow for your growth and development.

If you are looking for an inclusive and collaborative culture, an environment in which you can develop and thrive within your career, and a space where you can impact the quality of care, then apply to one of Scottsdale's premier clinics and help us make a difference!

Job Summary

In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, the Associate Veterinarian is an invaluable member of the hospital team working directly with the Medical Director and supporting medical staff in the practice. This individual advances the quality of medicine in the practice and builds strong relationships with our clients and patients.

Job Responsibilities

* Builds rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with their concerns

* Performs physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort

* Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs

* Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols

* Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine

* Assists in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service

* Presents a positive image of the hospital in the professional community and to the general public

Skills and Basic Qualifications

* A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or related degree from an accredited university

* Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed

* Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics

* Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Works collaboratively with hospital team members

* Makes decisions confidently and effectively

* Manages time and tasks appropriately

* Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients

* Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth

If you share a love of animals and the people who love them, and have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as an Associate Veterinarian to improve the comfort and well-being of pets! Apply now!

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

Pima North Animal Hospital is part of the National Veterinary Associates (NVA) community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals, rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation and committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care.

NVA/Ethos 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.

* Additional hospital benefits are provided by Pima North Animal Hospital including potential for continuing education opportunities, uniform allowance, and employee discounts on products and services.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health's innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit

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.