Associate Veterinarian

External job listingat Tempus Recruitment

Associate Veterinarian role in Carson City with full-time and part-time options, weekday hours, no on-call duties, and medical, surgical and dental care.

External source - not verified6 weeks agoOpen until: Nov 5, 2026

Salary

Not provided

Location

Carson City, United States

Employment type

Full time

Workplace

Not provided

Associate Veterinarian

Carson City, United States

Job description

About the role

Tempus Recruitment is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for an independently owned small animal hospital in Carson City, Nevada. The close-knit team is led by two owner-veterinarians and supported by a team of 13. The practice combines high-quality general medicine with the autonomy and personal atmosphere of independent ownership.

The hospital is looking for a veterinarian who enjoys building lasting client relationships and wants time and support to practise thoughtful medicine without sacrificing life outside work. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, and additional clinical interests are welcomed.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care for canine and feline patients.
  • Manage preventative healthcare, sick and injured appointments, diagnostics and treatment planning.

Requirements

  • Ideally, bring at least three years of experience. A confident recent graduate who is comfortable demonstrating clinical competence and independence will also be considered.

Benefits

  • The hospital operates Monday through Friday and is closed on weekends and major holidays. There are no overnight shifts or on-call responsibilities.
  • Full-time veterinarians can work four 10-hour shifts or five shorter shifts each week. Part-time doctors can work three days per week.
  • Appointments are 15 minutes for vaccinations and 30 minutes for sick or injured patients. Urgent care slots are kept available throughout the day.
  • Doctors have a dedicated surgery morning and a dedicated dentistry morning each week.

Key facts

  • Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.
  • The hospital operates Monday through Friday and is closed on weekends and major holidays.
  • There are no overnight shifts or on-call responsibilities.
  • Ideally, candidates bring at least three years of experience; a confident recent graduate may also be considered.

Frequently asked questions

  • What does the Associate Veterinarian role involve?

    The role provides medical, surgical and dental care for canine and feline patients, including preventative healthcare, diagnostics and treatment planning.

  • What experience is expected?

    At least three years of experience is ideal. A confident recent graduate comfortable demonstrating clinical competence and independence will also be considered.

  • What are the working hours and schedule options?

    The hospital operates Monday through Friday and is closed on weekends and major holidays, with no overnight shifts or on-call responsibilities. Full-time veterinarians can work four 10-hour shifts or five shorter shifts each week; part-time doctors can work three days per week.

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