Emergency FLEX Veterinarian

Clinton Parkway Animal Hospital in Lawrence, KS, is in an exciting period of growth and revitalization, and we’re looking for a passionate veterinarian to be part of it. For over 50 years, our hospital has been a trusted name in the community, and today, we’re revitalizing our clinic with a renewed focus on collaboration, innovation, and exceptional care for pets.
Karoline Tripp is leading a positive transformation at the clinic, creating a supportive, forward-thinking environment and helping shape the future of the hospital. You’ll also step into a built-in, loyal client base , providing steady patients from day one and the opportunity to focus on what you do best: excellent medicine.
Abe, designed to complement on-site mentoring. This program adds an extra layer of hands-on guidance, resources, and support to help early career veterinarians confidently take on day-to-day responsibilities
Flexible scheduling, full-time, part-time, surgery-only, appointment-only, tailored to your lifestyle and medical interests
Balanced workdays : Our Facility & Technology
Modernized hospital (remodel coming soon!) with fully equipped surgery suite , orthopedic capabilities , digital and dental radiography , in-house IDEXX lab , and SignalPet AI technology for instant x-ray results
Paperless practice with new AI-driven PIMS system , AI dictation, and VetCove online pharmacy integration
Beautiful property with a backyard and access to an adjacent home for Fear Free exams, housing externs, or creative team use
Strong local NVA network ofmultiple nearby hospitals where leaders collaborate, share resources, and support one another
Access to Pet One Training Center for ongoing professional growth
K-State proximity for referrals and professional networking
Paisley Paws: Our hospital-supported initiative raising funds through community events to create a compassion fund for clients in need. Make a real impact in the lives of pets and families while enjoying fun team experiences outside of the clinic.
Generous sign-on bonus: Use it toward a home down payment, student loans, or whatever helps you settle into your new role
Paid short-term disability insurance for peace of mind if life throws a curveball
Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, CE allowance, paid licensing & dues
When your day ends, you can actually step away and enjoy life outside the clinic
Relocation support: We’ll help make your move smooth and stress-free, covering moving expenses, travel, and settling into your new community
Practice buy-in opportunity (JV Partnership) for those looking to grow into ownership or leadership roles
Just an hour from Kansas City, Lawrence is a vibrant college town with charm, creativity, and a welcoming community. Enjoy live music, local coffee shops, weekend farmers markets, and a close-knit, small-town veterinary network that’s excited for what’s next.
If you’re a veterinarian ready to make a meaningful impact, grow in your career, and join a supportive, collaborative team in a clinic on an exciting upward trajectory, we’d love to hear from you!
-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.
Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
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. We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.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
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. 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.
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.

#J-18808-Ljbffr Clinton Parkway Animal Hospital