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Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates

LAWRENCE, KS

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A Fresh Start. A Growing Team. A Chance to Shape What’s Next.Clinton Parkway Animal Hospital in Lawrence, KS, is in an exciting period of growth and revitalization, and we’re looking for a passionate veterinarian to be part of it. For over 50 years, our hospital has been a trusted name in the community, and today, we’re revitalizing our clinic with a renewed focus on collaboration, innovation, and exceptional care for pets.Dr. Karoline Tripp is leading a positive transformation at the clinic, creating a supportive, forward-thinking environment and helping shape the future of the hospital. You’ll also step into a built-in, loyal client base, providing steady patients from day one and the opportunity to focus on what you do best: excellent medicine.Why This Is a Great Opportunity
  • Be part of a multi-doctor, growing practice where your ideas and voice truly matter
  • 12-month mentorship support through the NVA Mentorship Program with Dr. Abe, designed to complement on-site mentoring. This program adds an extra layer of hands-on guidance, resources, and support to help early career veterinarians confidently take on day-to-day responsibilities
  • Flexible scheduling, full-time, part-time, surgery-only, appointment-only, tailored to your lifestyle and medical interests
  • Balanced workdays: 8–5 with a full hour for lunch, no weekends, no after hours call, and real work-life balance
Our Facility & Technology
  • Modernized hospital (remodel coming soon!) with fully equipped surgery suite, orthopedic capabilities, digital and dental radiography, in-house IDEXX lab, and SignalPet AI technology for instant x-ray results
  • Paperless practice with new AI-driven PIMS system, AI dictation, and VetCove online pharmacy integration
  • Beautiful property with a backyard and access to an adjacent home for Fear Free exams, housing externs, or creative team use
Support, Collaboration & Community
  • Strong local NVA network of multiple nearby hospitals where leaders collaborate, share resources, and support one another
  • Access to Pet One Training Center for ongoing professional growth
  • K-State proximity for referrals and professional networking
  • Daily team reflections celebrating collaboration, innovation, and wins
  • Paisley Paws: Our hospital-supported initiative raising funds through community events to create a compassion fund for clients in need. Make a real impact in the lives of pets and families while enjoying fun team experiences outside of the clinic.
Perks & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary + production
  • Generous sign-on bonus: Use it toward a home down payment, student loans, or whatever helps you settle into your new role
  • No non-compete clause: Giving you the freedom to grow your career and explore opportunities without restrictions
  • Paid short-term disability insurance for peace of mind if life throws a curveball
  • Professional liability insurance is fully covered so you can focus on patient care with confidence
  • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, CE allowance, paid licensing & dues
  • Generous PTO and true work-life balance: When your day ends, you can actually step away and enjoy life outside the clinic
  • Relocation support: We’ll help make your move smooth and stress-free, covering moving expenses, travel, and settling into your new community
  • Practice buy-in opportunity (JV Partnership) for those looking to grow into ownership or leadership roles
About Lawrence, KansasJust an hour from Kansas City, Lawrence is a vibrant college town with charm, creativity, and a welcoming community. Enjoy live music, local coffee shops, weekend farmers markets, and a close-knit, small-town veterinary network that’s excited for what’s next.If you’re a veterinarian ready to make a meaningful impact, grow in your career, and join a supportive, collaborative team in a clinic on an exciting upward trajectory, we’d love to hear from you!-The Clinton Parkway Team

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 hiringhub@nva.com. 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.
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