Equine Intern Veterinarian 2026 / 2027

Job Description

We are a full-service Equine exclusive practice serving Eastern Washington & North Idaho. MPEH has two hospital locations to better serve our clientele. The focus of the Newman Lake Hospital is Lameness, Surgery & Critical Care while the Colbert Hospital is home to our Reproduction Facility.

7 doctors are on staff including a Board-Certified Surgeon and Internal Medicine Specialist. The doctors are supported by a strong team of technicians, office staff & barn crew.

Annual Caseload : 5000+

Average Caseload per Veterinarian : 20-60 / week.

Types of cases seen :

• 25% General Practice / Preventative Care / Dentistry
• 20% Lameness / Sports Medicine
• 19% Internal Medicine
• 15% Surgical
• 10% Advanced Diagnostic Imaging
• 8% Reproduction
• 2% Pre-Purchase Exams
• 1% Complementary Medicine

Location of cases :

40% of cases are Ambulatory

35% are Out-Patient

25% are In-Hospital

Facilities Include : Advanced Imaging Diagnostics-MRI (one of only two in the state), Digital X-Ray, Shockwave, Endoscope, Dynamic Scope, Ultrasound. Breeding / Semen Collection, Isolation Barn, Rehabilitation, Farrier / Podiatry Center.

MPEH provides experience & mentorship to veterinarians that will give them the confidence & skills to succeed in equine practice. The successful applicant will also enjoy relationships that will carry over for years to come. We believe in veterinary Medicine, People, Equidae -horses & the Harmony of all three.

Terms of Employment : One Year beginning on June 15th through June 14th. Flexibility with starting date.

Internship Salary : $45,000

Benefits : On-site Housing, Vacation, CE Time off & Stipend, Liability Insurance, Licensing, On Call Compensation, Bonus based on production, 401K

Pre-Requisites : National Board Exam passed. Eligible for State Licensing in Washington & Idaho.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health's innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

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.