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Small Animal Hospital

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Veterinarian – Small Animal Hospital, Milwaukee, WI

Join one of Milwaukee's most established and respected veterinary practices!

Small Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative and compassionate team in the heart of Milwaukee's vibrant East Side. Milwaukee offers the perfect blend of urban amenities, affordability, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community.

Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for your next career home or a new graduate seeking exceptional mentorship, we would love to meet you!

Why Join Small Animal Hospital?

Founded in 1929, Small Animal Hospital proudly holds the distinction of being Milwaukee's first small animal veterinary clinic. For nearly a century, we have built lasting relationships with generations of pet owners while continually evolving to provide modern, high-quality medicine.

Today, our team consists of 4 full-time veterinarians, 2 part-time veterinarians, and approximately 12 dedicated support staff members who are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and creating a positive workplace culture.

Our ideal candidate:

  • Is passionate about providing high-quality, compassionate medicine
  • Values strong relationships with clients and colleagues
  • Enjoys collaboration and teamwork
  • Is eager to continue learning and growing professionally
  • Appreciates a supportive and positive hospital culture

New graduates are welcomed and encouraged to apply. Our experienced doctors are committed to mentorship and helping newer veterinarians build confidence in medicine, surgery, and dentistry.

Candidates should be comfortable performing or interested in developing skills in:

  • Preventive and wellness medicine
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Comprehensive dentistry
  • Diagnostic and internal medicine cases

Have a special interest in an area we don't currently offer? We love supporting professional passions and are always open to expanding our services to incorporate new areas of expertise.

A Collaborative and Supportive Culture

At Small Animal Hospital, teamwork is at the center of everything we do. Our veterinarians genuinely enjoy working together, consulting on cases, celebrating successes, and supporting one another through challenges.

No after-hours emergency duties and no holiday on-call responsibilities.

Our Modern Facility Includes:

  • New digital radiography equipment
  • Digital dental radiography
  • Large two-table surgical suite
  • Advanced anesthesia monitoring equipment
  • Experienced CVT anesthesia-trained staff
  • Two fully equipped high-speed dental stations with dedicated wet tables
  • Companion laser therapy unit
  • In-house chemistry and CBC analyzers
  • Access to extensive outside laboratory diagnostics
  • Six spacious exam rooms with paper-lite medical records
  • Convenient access to outstanding specialty and emergency referral hospitals
  • Our team utilizes Fear Free techniques.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Additional insurance options
  • Generous CE allowance and CE opportunities
  • Professional dues and association memberships
  • State and DEA licensing reimbursement
  • Professional liability coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and vacation
  • Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities

If you're looking for a hospital where you can practice quality medicine, build meaningful client relationships, and enjoy the support of an exceptional team, we'd love to hear from you.

Come join a hospital with nearly 100 years of history and help shape its exciting future.



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.

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

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