Description
Associate Veterinarian – East End Veterinary Medical Centre
Location: Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule: ~40 hrs/week (max 45), no on-call, closed Sundays & most holidays
Open to: New grads or experienced veterinarians; doctors who prefer mostly appointments with minimal surgery are welcome.
About Us
East End Veterinary Medical Centre is a growing, full-service small animal hospital focused on high-quality, progressive, and ethical care. We’re a relaxed, collaborative team that values communication, efficiency, and a healthy work/life balance. Weekly staff meetings and monthly doctor meetings keep everyone connected.
We’ve expanded our facility with additional exam rooms, a comfort room, and a dual dental suite-and we continue to grow every year.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary + bonus program
- Signing bonus, relocation assistance, retention incentives
- Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) w/ match
- Paid vacation & sick time
- Paid liability insurance, state license, and DEA
- Short/long-term disability, life insurance, legal coverage
- CE allowance + paid CE days
- Formal mentorship program for newer grads
- Supportive team, modern equipment, and strong client demand
Services & Role
We provide wellness care, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery (including ortho for those interested), and ultrasound. We are cat and dog exclusive.
Your role can be tailored to your strengths:
- Primarily appointments if you prefer minimal surgery
- Or a mix of appointments, dentistry, diagnostics, and surgery
- Responsible, efficient, and team-oriented doctors thrive here
You will help improve access for current clients while supporting continued practice growth.
Who We’re Looking For
- A dependable doctor (new grad or experienced) who communicates well, enjoys team collaboration, and values balanced, ethical veterinary care
- Someone comfortable with dogs and cats and motivated to provide high-quality medicine
- Interest in dentistry, diagnostics, or surgery is a plus, but not required
Our Community
Located in walkable, vibrant Shadyside, you’ll enjoy restaurants, cafés, and shops steps from the clinic. Downtown Pittsburgh is just 15 minutes away, offering arts, sports, and entertainment. Outdoor lovers will enjoy the area's many parks and trails.
If you want a supportive environment, reasonable hours, and the ability to practice great medicine efficiently, we’d love to meet you!
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.
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.
