Veterinarian
Metairie Small Animal Hospital
Job Description
Join Our Experienced, Collaborative Team at Metairie Small Animal Hospital
If you’re an experienced DVM looking for a practice where you can fully utilize your clinical expertise without sacrificing work-life balance, Metairie Small Animal Hospital offers exactly that. Located in the heart of Old Metairie, our well-established hospital is seeking a confident, skilled Associate Veterinarian who values high standards of care, strong client relationships, and a team that truly works together.
Why This Role Stands Out for Experienced DVMs
- Clinical Autonomy with Support: Practice the way you were trained, with the backing of an experienced team and leadership that trusts your judgment.
- Advanced Case Management: Manage a diverse caseload with the tools and support needed to work up cases thoroughly—from preventive care to complex medical and surgical cases.
- Mentorship & Leadership Opportunities: Interested in mentoring junior doctors or technicians? We welcome it. Looking to grow into a leadership role? We’ll support that path.
- Efficient, Skilled Support Staff: Work alongside licensed veterinary technicians and a tenured team that allows you to focus on medicine—not tasks that can be delegated.
About Us
For over 75 years, Metairie Small Animal Hospital has been a cornerstone of the community, known for compassionate care and strong partnerships with local animal shelters. Our culture is collaborative, respectful, and grounded in doing right by our patients and each other—without unnecessary drama or burnout.
What We Offer
- Flexible Scheduling: Full-time or part-time options tailored to your lifestyle
- True Work-Life Balance: No on-call or after-hours responsibilities
- Competitive Compensation: Strong base salary plus production; designed to reward experienced clinicians appropriately
- Sign-On & Relocation: Up to $20,000 for qualified candidates
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability, CE allowance, licensing/DEA coverage, and generous PTO
- Modern Equipment & Resources: We continue to invest in tools that support high standards of care
If you’re an experienced veterinarian looking for a place where your expertise is valued, your time is respected, and your impact is visible every day—we’d love to connect.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
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.
