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Western Veterinary Partners
Springfield, Missouri

Associate Veterinarian- Spring Valley Veterinary Hospital

VeterinarianFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian- Spring Valley Veterinary Hospital-West

Spring Valley Veterinary Hospital – West is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to lead our growing small animal veterinary practice in Springfield, Missouri.. We are open to all experience levels for an Associate Veterinarian.

  • Core Competencies
  • Veterinary Leadership
  • Small Animal Medicine
  • Preventive & Wellness Care
  • Veterinary Diagnostics
  • Medical Standards & Compliance
  • Team Development
  • Mentorship & Coaching
  • Client Communication
  • Strategic Planning
  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Case Management
  • Practice Growth

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)

  • Active Missouri veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
  • Successful completion of the NAVLE
  • Commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
  • Dedication to exceptional patient care and client service
  • Passion for continuous learning and professional growth

About Our Hospital

At Spring Valley Veterinary Hospital – West, we are reimagining the veterinary experience for pets and their families throughout Springfield, MO. As a full-service small animal hospital, we provide comprehensive services including:

  • Preventative care & wellness exams
  • Dentistry & dental surgery
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Diagnostic services

Client Education & Long-term Health Planning

Our two sister hospitals work collaboratively, supported by our skilled doctors, experienced hospital leadership, and a highly trained veterinary support team. We are proud of our culture of compassion, teamwork, and clinical excellence.

What We Offer

  • Great work-life balance: Flexible schedule
  • Very Competitive base salary
  • Quarterly production with no negative accrual
  • Generous bonus/relocation package
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA option)
  • Generous annual PTO with rollover
  • Paid parental leave/bonding time
  • Annual CE allowance with days off to attend
  • Professional development assistance
  • Paid professional dues and PLIT
  • Structured mentorship program
  • 401(k) options
  • Personal pet discounts
  • Plus more!

Why Join Us?

Spring Valley Veterinary Hospital - West is dedicated to promoting a lifetime of health and happiness for our patients while supporting the families who care for them. Our team, spanning two sister hospitals, features three skilled doctors, collaborative hospital management, and an exceptional support staff. We invite you to explore our team and philosophy by visiting our website.

Express Your Passion

If you possess a caring heart and capable hands, and you believe you’d be a great fit for our hospitals, we would love to hear from you. APPLY TODAY!

Contact Us

  • Website: springvalleyveterinaryhospital.com
  • Address: 1634 W. Elfindale St, Springfield, MO 65807

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. 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.

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 lead small animal medical practices, providing comprehensive care including surgery, diagnostics, and wellness exams. They are responsible for maintaining high medical standards, mentoring staff, and fostering collaborative client relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution and possess an active Missouri veterinary license. Successful completion of the NAVLE and a commitment to high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Preventive careTeam leadershipEvidence-based medicine

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 76% have no call, 94% require no weekends.

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Benefits & Perks11 jobs · 10 employers

Sign-on bonus
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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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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

Living in Springfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$238k
Typical market rent
$1,200/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.6
State income tax
Up to 5.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Springfield, MO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Very competitive base salary
Quarterly production with no negative accrual
Generous bonus/relocation package
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA option)
Generous annual PTO with rollover
Paid parental leave/bonding time
Annual CE allowance with days off
Professional development assistance