Part-Time Veterinarian | Gull Lake Animal Hospital | Richland, MI
Mentorship Available; Opportunity to Grow to Full-Time
Are you a compassionate Veterinarian who enjoys building strong relationships with clients and their pets? Gull Lake Animal Hospital is seeking a Part-Time Veterinarian to join our collaborative, supportive team in Richland, Michigan. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys medical and preventive care visits with exceptional client care, with opportunities to assist in surgery when coverage is needed.
Why Join Gull Lake Animal Hospital
Supportive Mentorship: We’re committed to helping veterinarians build confidence and expand their skills.
Team-Oriented Culture: Regular team meetings, monthly leadership check-ins, and quarterly outings help build morale and connection.
Community Engagement: Participate in local rescue initiatives, pet food drives, and other community programs.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, with part-time hours and the opportunity to grow into full-time, including Saturday coverage.
Your Role
As a Veterinarian at Gull Lake, you will:
Deliver high-quality care in wellness and medical appointments
Build lasting relationships with clients and pets
Support surgeries and dentistry as needed (ultrasound experience a plus, but not required)
Collaborate with experienced LVTs and assistants in a well-staffed and highly supported environment
Our Hospital
5 exam rooms (including a comfort room) with dedicated dog and cat areas
Two-table surgical suite
Fully equipped dental suite with digital dental x-ray
Digital radiology, ultrasound, and laser therapy
Long-tenured, skilled technician team – multiple LVTs
30-year history of serving the Gull Lake/Richland community
What We’re Looking For
DVM or equivalent degree
Enjoys appointments, client communication, and building strong relationships
Comfortable learning surgeries over time (optional)
Team player who contributes to a positive work environment
Location Highlights: Richland, Michigan
Beautiful, residential area with large recreational lake and scenic bike/hiking trails (local access to Kal-Haven Trail)
Active local community with school sports and horse farms nearby
Quiet, safe town with easy access to Kalamazoo (15 min) and Grand Rapids (45 min)
Benefits
State license & DEA fees covered
401K with Company Match
Supportive work environment with professional growth opportunities
Ready to Join Us?
Bring your passion for veterinary medicine and your love for pets to a practice where life is short, and work should be fun!
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.
