What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinarian position at NVA?
Description & Requirements
Exceptional Medicine. Flexible Schedule. Supportive Team.
New Melle Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team! Located just west of St. Louis in the heart of Missouri's Historic Wine Country, our small animal practice has proudly served the community for more than 20 years by building lasting relationships with our clients, patients, and each other.
Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a practice where you can continue to grow or a new graduate seeking mentorship, you'll find a collaborative environment where your professional development, well-being, and work-life balance are priorities.
Why Join New Melle Animal Hospital?
- 34-hour work week with a flexible 4-day schedule
- No on-call responsibilities
- 30-minute appointment times that allow you to practice high-quality medicine
- Experienced veterinary technicians and support staff that maximize doctor efficiency
- Collaborative, family-oriented culture where teamwork and communication come first
- Loyal, long-standing clientele with continued new client growth
- Opportunities to perform both soft tissue surgery and dentistry
- Mentorship available for all experience levels, including NVA's 12-month GP Mentorship Program
- Advanced hands-on continuing education through NVA's PetOne Veterinary Training Center
- Future partnership opportunities for veterinarians interested in leadership
Practice Exceptional Medicine
Our hospital is equipped with modern technology to help you provide outstanding patient care, including:
- Digital Radiography
- Digital Dental Radiography
- Ultrasound
- In-House Laboratory & Diagnostics
- In-House Pharmacy
Comprehensive Benefits
We believe in investing in our doctors with a competitive compensation package that includes:
- Competitive base salary plus production
- Signing and/or retention bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO plus paid sick leave
- Annual CE allowance with paid CE days
- Paid professional licensing, DEA, AVMA/MVMA dues, and professional liability insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- No non-compete agreement
Discover Life in New Melle
Nestled just west of St. Louis, New Melle offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city convenience. Located in Missouri's renowned Wine Country, you'll enjoy award-winning wineries, scenic parks, hiking and biking trails, locally owned restaurants, boutique shopping, and year-round community events - all while remaining within easy reach of everything the St. Louis metro area has to offer.
Whether you're looking to establish roots, raise a family, or simply enjoy a slower pace of life without giving up access to a major city, New Melle offers an exceptional place to call home.
If you're looking for a hospital where you can build lasting client relationships, practice progressive medicine, and enjoy genuine work-life balance, we'd love to meet you!