Veterinarian
Join Our Team! Associate Veterinarian Opportunity
Governors Avenue Animal Hospital | Dover, DE
Governors Avenue Animal Hospital has proudly served the Dover community since the 1950s. We provide compassionate, high-quality care for cats, dogs, pocket pets, and birds, with a strong emphasis on client education, clear communication, and exceptional medical standards. We are now seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to lead our dedicated team.
Why Join Governors Avenue Animal Hospital?
At Governors Avenue, we believe great medicine starts with a great team. We’ve built a supportive, hands-on culture rooted in positivity, mutual respect, and collaboration. Our team members actively step in to support one another, creating an environment where everyone can thrive professionally and personally.
We are seeking a veterinarian who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and client service. The ideal candidate is confident performing a variety of surgical procedures and enjoys working in a collaborative setting that values continuous learning and professional growth.
Our Hospital Features
- Seven spacious exam rooms
- Fully equipped dental suite
- Digital dental radiology
- Laser therapy
- Full in-house laboratory
- Ultrasound
- Modern, well-equipped surgical suite
We provide the tools and technology you need to practice high-quality medicine efficiently and effectively.
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
- A strong commitment to delivering exceptional, evidence-based veterinary medicine
- Excellent communication skills
Compensation:
- Base salary of $120,000-$150,000 (dependent on experience)
- Production-based bonuses
- Sign-on and retention bonuses available
About Dover, Delaware
Located in Delaware’s charming capital city, Governors Avenue Animal Hospital offers access to rich history, museums, and outdoor recreation. Dover is minutes from Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, close to Delaware’s beautiful beaches, and within easy driving distance of major metropolitan areas—making it an ideal place to live and work.
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: