Description
Associate Veterinarian
Woodlake Animal Hospital | Oklahoma City, OK
You care deeply about your patients — and that’s exactly why we care about you.
At Woodlake Animal Hospital, we believe great medicine happens when veterinarians are trusted, supported, and empowered to practice in a way that feels authentic to them. Our team is passionate about high-quality, personalized care and committed to creating an environment where doctors can thrive professionally and personally.
Why Woodlake + NVA?
NVA is built on the belief that veterinarians deserve autonomy, support, and long-term career opportunity — without corporate pressure dictating how you practice medicine. At Woodlake, that philosophy comes to life every day.
What You’ll Love About This Role
Practice with Autonomy
- Practice medicine your way, with the freedom to make individualized medical decisions
- Opportunity to pursue your interests — including surgery, acupuncture, mixed animal care, or exotics (based on interest and caseload)
- A collaborative, experienced team that values thoughtful medicine and strong client relationships
Support at Every Stage
For New Graduates:
- Participation in the NVA Mentorship Program
- One-on-one medical and surgical support from Dr. Jodi Long, Oklahoma mentor
- Wellness programming focused on balance, resilience, and sustainable careers
- Connection with a cohort of Oklahoma-based new graduate veterinarians for networking, mentorship, and social events
For Experienced Doctors:
- Leadership development opportunities
- CE stipend and paid professional memberships
- Support to grow your clinical interests or step into leadership over time
About Woodlake Animal Hospital
- Strong emphasis on preventive care, wellness, and quality of life; highly respected repro practice
- Dedicated to continued education and staying current with best practices
- A fun, professional, and supportive team culture
- No Sundays and a flexible schedule that allows time to enjoy life outside the clinic
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation with production and performance bonus opportunities
- Sign-on and relocation bonuses available
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, vision, life, HSA/FSA
- Paid time off & flexible scheduling
- CE allowance & professional development assistance
- Paid memberships: AVMA, state boards, and TIN
- Employee assistance program & employee discounts
- Referral bonuses
Ready to Love Where You Work?
If you’re looking for a supportive, growth-oriented hospital where your voice matters and your career can evolve — Woodlake Animal Hospital may be the perfect fit.
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.
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
- 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.
