Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian | West Milwaukee Veterinary Care | West Milwaukee, WI

Build the Career You Want—Without Giving Up Your Life Outside the Hospital

No weekends Experienced team Brand-new facility 4-day workweek No on-call Meaningful mentorship

West Milwaukee Veterinary Care is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing small animal practice in West Milwaukee.

Established veterinary practice with a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, an experienced veterinary team and a commitment to providing high-quality medicine in a supportive environment.

Whether you're a new graduate looking for hands-on mentorship or an experienced veterinarian looking for a collaborative practice where you can continue to grow, we'd love to talk with you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

A schedule that gives you time outside of work

• 4-day workweek
• No on-call
• No after-hours emergency responsibilities
• Full-time or part-time scheduling options
• A strong focus on sustainable work-life balance

Meaningful mentorship and support

Our experienced veterinarians enjoy teaching and collaborating with their colleagues. New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive support as they develop confidence, clinical skills and independence.

• Dedicated Mentors, hands-on, one-on-one support
• 12-month program
• Balanced Curriculum
• Community Connection and Collaboration, case reviews, wellness meetings

PetOne Veterinary, The NVA Training Center is a state-of-the art facility in Addison, IL, just outside of Chicago. This training center offers a variety of clinical training for all NVA veterinary staff: Dentistry, Anesthesia, Ultrasound, Surgical Skills, and more.

Practice Modern Medicine in a Brand-New Hospital

Our new facility opened in June 2026 and was designed to provide an efficient, comfortable environment for patients, clients and veterinary professionals.

Our hospital features:

• Dual surgery suite
• Dedicated dog and cat waiting areas and exam rooms
• Dedicated ultrasound room
• Surgical laser
• Digital radiography
• Full in-house IDEXX laboratory
• Access to full-service external clinical and pathology laboratories
• Paper-lite medical records using Intravet
• Complete in-house and online pharmacy

The hospital provides the tools and technology you need to deliver high-quality care while allowing our doctors to work efficiently.

What You’ll Do

As an Associate Veterinarian, you'll have the opportunity to provide comprehensive small animal care, including:

• Wellness and preventive medicine
• Internal medicine and medical workups
• Dentistry
• Client education and communication
• Development of your own areas of clinical interest

We welcome veterinarians of all experience levels and are happy to support you in developing the skills you want to bring to your practice.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support both your professional growth and your life outside of work, including:

• Competitive base salary + production
• Potential sign-on, retention and relocation bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Paid continuing education
• Professional licensing and DEA fees covered
• Professional dues and other required fees covered
• Discounts on pet services and insurance
• Opportunities for specialized continuing education

Interested in Ownership?

For veterinarians interested in building a long-term career with West Milwaukee Veterinary Care, a future practice buy-in opportunity may be available.

Who We’re Looking For

We're looking for a veterinarian who:

• Is licensed or eligible for licensure in Wisconsin
• Is passionate about providing high-quality patient care
• Values teamwork and collaboration
• Enjoys building lasting relationships with clients and their pets
• Wants to continue learning and growing professionally

Come Grow With Us

If you're looking for a practice where you can practice great medicine, work alongside experienced veterinarians, develop your skills and still have time for the rest of your life, we'd love to meet you.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values : Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

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 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.