Associate Veterinarian - Legacy Animal Hospital (Henderson, NV)

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$125k-$150k

The week · per this posting4-day week

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Associate Veterinarian
  • Legacy Animal Hospital | Henderson, Nevada
  • Small Animal Practice | Full-Time or Part-Time | Flexible Scheduling

Legacy Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian (DVM/VMD) to join our thriving small animal practice in Henderson, Nevada. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine in a collaborative environment while maintaining an exceptional work-life balance.

Whether you're seeking a full-time or part-time opportunity, we offer flexible scheduling, modern equipment, strong support staff, and the medical freedom to practice your strengths while continuing to grow professionally.

Please note: We are not currently accepting Veterinary Graduates Awaiting Licensure (VGAL).

Why Join Legacy Animal Hospital?

We are a full-service small animal hospital providing comprehensive veterinary care with a focus on exceptional patient outcomes and client service.

  • Our Services
  • Preventive and wellness care
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Dentistry
  • Internal medicine
  • Urgent care
  • Geriatric medicine
  • Pain management
  • Laser therapy
  • Advanced Technology

Practice High-quality Medicine with Access To

  • Digital radiography
  • Digital dental radiography
  • In-house laboratory diagnostics
  • Modern surgical equipment
  • Advanced dental services
  • Laser therapy
  • Comprehensive diagnostic capabilities
  • Flexible Schedule & Work-Life Balance

We Are Currently Hiring For

  • Full-Time
  • Four-day schedule: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
  • OR
  • Three-day schedule: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
  • Part-Time
  • Two-day schedule: Friday and Saturday

Our scheduling options are designed to provide flexibility while maintaining excellent patient care and team collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Compensation
  • Base salary: $125,000–$150,000
  • Production bonuses with no negative accrual
  • Signing bonus and relocation assistance

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time employees)
  • HSA option available
  • Generous PTO
  • Paid parental leave
  • Annual CE allowance plus paid CE days
  • Structured mentorship program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Paid licensing fees
  • Paid professional membership dues
  • AVMA PLIT coverage
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Guidance from a Medical Advisory Board
  • Personal pet discounts
  • And much more.

Qualifications

Required

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine, or equivalent certification for international graduates
  • Successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE)
  • Active Nevada veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
  • Ability to obtain a DEA license
  • Minimum of two years of veterinary clinical experience
  • Preferred
  • Experience utilizing digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house diagnostics
  • Experience in small animal general practice, urgent care, or companion animal medicine
  • Strong surgical and medical case management skills
  • Excellent client communication and customer service skills
  • Commitment to continued learning and professional development
  • Why Veterinarians Love Henderson, Nevada
  • Located just minutes from Las Vegas, Henderson offers an outstanding quality of life with year-round sunshine, outdoor recreation, and a growing community.
  • Local Highlights
  • Easy access to Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, and the Colorado River
  • More than 180 miles of hiking and biking trails
  • Eight championship golf courses
  • Breweries, wineries, and restaurants in the Artisan Booze District
  • Community festivals, farmers markets, and live entertainment
  • Ranked among the safest large cities in America

No Nevada State Income Tax

Whether you enjoy outdoor adventure, entertainment, or simply a balanced lifestyle, Henderson offers something for everyone.

If you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a flexible schedule, excellent earning potential, and the opportunity to practice exceptional medicine in one of Nevada's most desirable communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover why Legacy Animal Hospital is a great place to build your veterinary career.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary range for this opportunity is $125,000 - $150,000 annually.

Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.

Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

The company 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, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com.

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to small animal patients in a collaborative hospital environment. Responsibilities include managing medical cases, performing surgeries, and maintaining high standards of client service and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Small animal medicine

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Nevada is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$138k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $138k in an average-cost state. 57.5% of Nevada clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 98% require no weekends.

Location & Logistics

Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$138k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$10k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution9 jobs · 8 employers

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,108 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends

Living in Henderson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$446k≈ 3.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,806/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Base salary: $125,000–$150,000
Production bonuses with no negative accrual
Signing bonus and relocation assistance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time employees)
HSA option available
Generous PTO
Paid parental leave
Annual CE allowance plus paid CE days