Medical Veterinarian
National Veterinary Associates, Bradenton, FL, United States
Associate Veterinarian – Bradenton, FL | No Weekends +
Strong Tech Support
Braden River Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate
Veterinarian to join our collaborative, multi-doctor team in beautiful
Southwest Florida.
With support from our sister hospital, North River Animal
Hospital, you’ll be part of an 8-DVM network that prioritizes teamwork,
high-quality medicine, and a genuinely positive culture.
If you’re looking for a role with great work-life balance,
strong technician support, and a team that truly works together—this is it.
What Your Schedule Looks Like
~4-day
work week (flexible options)
~ No
on-call or after-hours
~ Closed
Saturdays & Sundays
Support & Team Environment
~5-DVM
primary hospital + 8 DVMs across both locations
~ Highly
skilled technicians (CVT and uncredentialed)
~ Collaborative
environment—easy case discussion across both hospitals
~ Mentorship
available for continued growth
The Practice
Full-service
GP: wellness, surgery, dentistry, and urgent care
Diverse
caseload: routine to more complex procedures
CO₂
surgical laser + therapeutic laser
Ultrasound,
Digital radiography + dental imaging
In-house
diagnostics + pharmacy
Clinical
trials and early adoption of new treatments
Why Bradenton?
Located near Florida’s Gulf Coast,
Bradenton
offers:
Easy
access to top beaches like Anna Maria Island
More
affordable, laid-back alternative to Tampa/St. Pete
Strong
outdoor lifestyle (boating, kayaking, year-round sunshine)
Compensation
Competitive
base salary
Production-based
bonuses
Sign-on
bonus
Relocation/transition
support available
Benefits
~ Generous
PTO
~ CE
allowance + paid CE days
~ Medical,
dental, vision
~401(k)
with match
~ HSA
& FSA options
~ Wellness
support (counseling + fitness discounts)
~ Paid
DEA, licensure, and memberships
~ Student
loan support options
~ Maternity
support program
~ Pet
insurance discounts
What We’re Looking
For
~ DVM
(or equivalent), licensed or eligible in Florida
~1+
year experience preferred
~ Comfortable
with surgery
~ Team-oriented
with strong communication skills
~ Passion
for high-quality medicine and client care
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.
Strong Tech Support
Braden River Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate
Veterinarian to join our collaborative, multi-doctor team in beautiful
Southwest Florida.
With support from our sister hospital, North River Animal
Hospital, you’ll be part of an 8-DVM network that prioritizes teamwork,
high-quality medicine, and a genuinely positive culture.
If you’re looking for a role with great work-life balance,
strong technician support, and a team that truly works together—this is it.
What Your Schedule Looks Like
~4-day
work week (flexible options)
~ No
on-call or after-hours
~ Closed
Saturdays & Sundays
Support & Team Environment
~5-DVM
primary hospital + 8 DVMs across both locations
~ Highly
skilled technicians (CVT and uncredentialed)
~ Collaborative
environment—easy case discussion across both hospitals
~ Mentorship
available for continued growth
The Practice
Full-service
GP: wellness, surgery, dentistry, and urgent care
Diverse
caseload: routine to more complex procedures
CO₂
surgical laser + therapeutic laser
Ultrasound,
Digital radiography + dental imaging
In-house
diagnostics + pharmacy
Clinical
trials and early adoption of new treatments
Why Bradenton?
Located near Florida’s Gulf Coast,
Bradenton
offers:
Easy
access to top beaches like Anna Maria Island
More
affordable, laid-back alternative to Tampa/St. Pete
Strong
outdoor lifestyle (boating, kayaking, year-round sunshine)
Compensation
Competitive
base salary
Production-based
bonuses
Sign-on
bonus
Relocation/transition
support available
Benefits
~ Generous
PTO
~ CE
allowance + paid CE days
~ Medical,
dental, vision
~401(k)
with match
~ HSA
& FSA options
~ Wellness
support (counseling + fitness discounts)
~ Paid
DEA, licensure, and memberships
~ Student
loan support options
~ Maternity
support program
~ Pet
insurance discounts
What We’re Looking
For
~ DVM
(or equivalent), licensed or eligible in Florida
~1+
year experience preferred
~ Comfortable
with surgery
~ Team-oriented
with strong communication skills
~ Passion
for high-quality medicine and client care
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.