Associate Veterinarian - Small Animal

Heritage Vet Partners

$80K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DVM or VMD degree required
  • Active Iowa veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one
  • Commitment to collaborate in a team environment
  • Strong communication skills for client relationship building
  • Motivated to focus on small animal medicine with growth potential

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care for small animals
  • Utilize in-house diagnostics and therapeutic equipment for treatment plans
  • Collaborate with well-trained support staff
  • Maintain strong communication with clients
  • Grow and shape the small animal service line based on interests

Benefits

  • Competitive PTO plan
  • CE Allowance with paid training time
  • Professional liability insurance covered
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K with employer match
  • Full Benefits Package including STD, LTD, Life, and Accident insurance
  • Up to eight weeks paid parental leave after six months
  • Accelerated ownership opportunity with Associate Equity Program
Full Job Description
Animal Medical Centers - Spencer is looking for a full-time, companion animal-focused Associate Veterinarian to join our growing, well-established practice - new graduates are welcome! While we're a mixed animal clinic, this role lets you focus exclusively on small animals, with real opportunity to expand and grow that side of the practice to fit your professional interests. You'll also have mentorship and case collaboration access across our Hartley and Sheldon locations, giving you more support than a typical small-town practice offers.

Highlights
  • Join a collaborative 10-doctor team across our network, with mentorship access at our Hartley and Sheldon locations
  • A true growth opportunity - practice small animal medicine exclusively, with room to expand and shape those services around your own interests
  • Charming downtown Northwest Iowa, just an hour from the Iowa Great Lakes for outdoor recreation, with favorable on-call and weekend expectations

About This Role
  • Provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care for small animal patients
  • Utilize in-house diagnostics, digital radiography, and therapeutic equipment to form accurate treatment plans
  • Collaborate closely with a well-trained, experienced support staff
  • Maintain strong communication and build lasting relationships with a loyal client base
  • DVM or VMD degree required; active Iowa veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one prior to start date

About You
  • Open to both experienced veterinarians and motivated new graduates looking for strong mentorship
  • Dedicated to team collaboration and high-quality patient care
  • Comfortable building lasting relationships with clients and colleagues
  • Excited by the opportunity to help shape and grow a dedicated small animal service line

Our Location

Spencer is located in Northwest Iowa, offering a charming downtown shopping atmosphere and genuine hometown hospitality. The Iowa Great Lakes area is close by, offering excellent outdoor recreation opportunities.

Our Offer
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Competitive PTO plan
  • CE Allowance, including paid time off for training
  • Professional liability insurance and association dues covered
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K with employer match
  • Full Benefits Package (STD, LTD, Life, Accident, + more!)
  • Up to eight weeks PAID parental leave* (after 6 months)
  • Accelerated ownership opportunity with our Associate Equity Program!

*6 weeks paid medical recovery time for birth mothers + 2 weeks paid bonding time for all parents

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