Veterinarian Jobs in Nevada

Veterinarians play a pivotal role in the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of services oriented towards the health and welfare of animals. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Their tasks include performing surgeries, treating wounds, vaccinating against diseases, and prescribing medication. They also offer advice to pet owners on general care, medical conditions, and treatments. Further, they may work in research, teaching, and public health roles, contributing to the development and implementation of animal health policies and regulations.

Veterinarians should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and must be licensed to practice. They need a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong communication skills, as they need to explain complex medical conditions and procedures to pet owners. Compassion, patience, and good manual dexterity are also essential qualities for a veterinarian. Before becoming a veterinarian, one might start their career journey as a veterinary assistant or technician, or they may work in roles such as a laboratory animal caretaker or a pet adoption counselor. These roles provide valuable experience in handling animals and understanding their behavior, as well as exposure to the veterinary field.

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Professional Services Veterinarian Illinois/Iowa

  • Carson City, NV
  • 19 hours ago
  • Carson City, NV
  • 19 hours ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree **Required Experience and Skills:** 10 years of combined relevant experience: Minimum of 5 years in clinical companion animal veterinary practice and minimum...

Veterinarian - Part Time

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 7 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 7 days ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license Availability to work some weekends Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance Candidates...

Mobile Veterinarian

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 8 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 8 days ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance Candidates will be subject to a background and...

Veterinarian

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 9 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 9 days ago

DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE The pay range for this role (full-time) is $118,924 - $171,779 annually....

Specialists deserve a partner who truly understands and supports specialty care. Thats why we built Animal Dermatology Clinic (ADC), part of the Animal Dermatology Group (ADG)the nations largest...

Veterinarian

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 17 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 17 days ago

Veterinarian (Henderson, NV):Animal Care Clinic Inc., dba Horizon RidgeAnimalHospital - Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery...

Relief Veterinarian

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 18 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 18 days ago

FLSA: Non-exempt (hourly) REVISED: January 8, 2025 REPORTS TO: Chief Veterinarian SUPERVISES: N/A Position Summary: Under administrative direction, responsible for providing high quality veterinary...

Urgent Care Veterinarian

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 22 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 22 days ago

Urgent Care Veterinarian Department: UrgentVet Hospitals Employment Type: Part Time Location: UrgentVet - Las Vegas West Reporting To: Vicki Akre Description UrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime...

Associate Veterinarian

  • Sparks, NV
  • 22 days ago
  • Sparks, NV
  • 22 days ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent Licensure in good standing to practice in Nevada, or the ability to obtain A commitment to practicing the highest standard...

Holistic Medicine Veterinarian Brand New Cold Laser

  • Gardnerville, NV
  • 24 days ago
  • Gardnerville, NV
  • 24 days ago

Supportive Team: Collaborate with 14 skilled associate veterinarians and benefit from mentorship and support from managing veterinarians, Dr. Cameron Ross and Dr. Jim Nelson....

Veterinarian

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 26 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 26 days ago

The Animal Foundation is looking for passionate and motivated Shelter Medicine Veterinarians to help further our mission of saving lives in the Las Vegas Valley....

Veterinarian - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 26 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 26 days ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance Candidates will be subject to a background and...

Associate Veterinarian Design Your Future!

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 30+ days ago

At DPE we work as a collaborative group of veterinarians who share a common passion for the horse....

Professional Services Veterinarian- Mountain West Region

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 30+ days ago

As a Professional Services Veterinarian you will consult with Practice Owner Veterinarians on medical protocols to promote growth and utilization of IDEXX products, services, and medical testing; and...

Remote Work

General Practice (Veterinarian)

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 45+ days ago

The compassionate team includes veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians (LVTs), and a dedicated support staff....

Demographic Data for Nevada

Moving to Nevada? Find some basic demographic data about Nevada below.


Local
National
3,104,486
72,850

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in Nevada

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinarian positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinarians in Nevada offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
25.4%
High School or GED
15.0%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
1.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians in Nevada
1-2 years
25.8%
None
19.4%
4-6 years
16.6%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
2-4 years
9.5%
10+ years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.1%
8-10 years
3.4%


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