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Sunridge Animal Hospital – Associate or Leadership Track | Henderson, NV
About Our Practice
Sunridge Animal Hospital is a well-established, multi-doctor practice in the Las Vegas area that has proudly served our community for over 20 years. We are seeking a full-time Veterinarian to join our highly collaborative team, with the option to pursue a leadership path with training, if desired.
Our caseload is approximately 70% canine/feline and 30% exotics, including reptiles, amphibians, avian, and pocket pets. We are well known for our avian medicine, with clients traveling from surrounding states for our avian specialist. Experience with exotics is welcome, but not mandatory for an incoming doctor.
We are excited to be expanding our services with the addition of acupuncture starting in February 2026! We also partner closely with wildlife rehabilitation organizations, foster groups, and local pigeon rescue organizations.
Recently Upgraded Equipment
Our hospital has recently replaced and upgraded nearly all major equipment, including:
Comfort With Routine Surgery And Dentistry Is Required, Including
Schedule & Work/Life Balance
We are intentional about protecting your time and preventing burnout:
We are passionate about supporting new grads! You’ll receive:
We offer a competitive compensation package, including:
If you’re looking for a practice that values teamwork, quality medicine, and balance, we’d love to connect. Apply today to start the conversation about your future at Sunridge Animal Hospital.
About Our Practice
Sunridge Animal Hospital is a well-established, multi-doctor practice in the Las Vegas area that has proudly served our community for over 20 years. We are seeking a full-time Veterinarian to join our highly collaborative team, with the option to pursue a leadership path with training, if desired.
Our caseload is approximately 70% canine/feline and 30% exotics, including reptiles, amphibians, avian, and pocket pets. We are well known for our avian medicine, with clients traveling from surrounding states for our avian specialist. Experience with exotics is welcome, but not mandatory for an incoming doctor.
We are excited to be expanding our services with the addition of acupuncture starting in February 2026! We also partner closely with wildlife rehabilitation organizations, foster groups, and local pigeon rescue organizations.
Recently Upgraded Equipment
Our hospital has recently replaced and upgraded nearly all major equipment, including:
- Two brand-new anesthetic machines
- New dental machine and digital dental X-ray
- Doppler
- Two anesthetic carts
- Digital radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy
- In-house laboratory and pharmacy
Comfort With Routine Surgery And Dentistry Is Required, Including
- Spays & neuters
- Mass removals
- Routine and advanced dentals
Schedule & Work/Life Balance
We are intentional about protecting your time and preventing burnout:
- 4-day workweek, with rotating Saturdays
- Closed Sundays (We would consider opening Sundays for an incoming DVM)
- ~15 appointments per day, 30 minutes each
- Sick patients needing diagnostics or treatments are hospitalized for the day
- Sick appointments are not scheduled as the last appointment of the day
- 1-hour lunch break
- 30 minutes of doctor admin time at the end of each shift
- Very collaborative DVM team
- 1 LVT and 1 technician in training
- 2:1 tech-to-DVM ratio for both surgery and appointments
- Long-tenured staff — 4 years average tenure
- Strong culture of appreciation and connection:
- Quarterly team outings
- Monthly potlucks
- Birthday board with personalized gift bags
- Kudos board & Employee of the Month
- Regular team celebrations
We are passionate about supporting new grads! You’ll receive:
- A structured mentorship and orientation program
- One-on-one surgical training
- Peer advisors and new grad discussion groups
- Case reviews and real-time support through Slack and Zoom roundtables
- Associate Veterinarian opportunity
- Leadership-track opportunity available with training
- Ideal for DVMs interested in growing into leadership while maintaining clinical focus
- Full-time preferred, part-time considered
We offer a competitive compensation package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 50% employer match
- Paid parental leave
- CE allowance and time off
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Licensing & professional dues
- Liability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Structured mentorship and growth opportunities
If you’re looking for a practice that values teamwork, quality medicine, and balance, we’d love to connect. Apply today to start the conversation about your future at Sunridge Animal Hospital.