Associate Veterinarian

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment; Baxter (MN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

CE Allowance

401(k)

Licenses, Dues and AVMA PLIT

Guardian voluntary benefits

Partnership Opportunities

Job summary

The Minnesota veterinary hospital seeks an Associate Veterinarian to join a AAHA-accredited, Cat Friendly Certified team. The role emphasizes wellness, internal medicine, diagnostics, and surgeries, with dentistry and digital radiology opportunities.

Facilities include in-house lab and ultrasound; a collaborative, low-stress, Fear Free environment supports patient care and client education. Open to experienced vets seeking a strong work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Must hold a DVM degree and be eligible for USA licensure.
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain a state license.
• Must have the right to work in the USA or obtain required visa.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellness and preventive care, internal medicine, diagnostics and surgeries.
• Perform dental procedures including digital radiology, cleanings, extractions and oral surgery.
• Offer guidance on nutrition, behavior and parasite prevention; follow-up for chronic illness.

Skills

Veterinary medicine

Surgery

Dentistry

Digital radiology

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

Ultrasound

Job description

Introduction

Our client is a veterinary hospital seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their team. This AAHA-accredited and Cat Friendly Certified practice provides comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including preventative medicine, dentistry, diagnostics, and surgery. With a reputation for excellence and recognition as a local award-winning clinic, the hospital offers a supportive and collaborative environment for veterinary professionals.

Working Hours / Rota

The hospital is open Monday through Friday, with hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, extending to 6:00 pm on Thursdays. Saturday hours are from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, and the hospital is closed on Sundays. This is a full-time position with no evening or Sunday requirements, supporting a strong work-life balance.

Role Description and Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide a wide range of services including wellness and preventive care, internal medicine, diagnostics, and surgical procedures such as spay, neuter, and general surgeries. Dentistry is also a key focus, with opportunities to perform digital dental radiology, cleanings, extractions, and oral surgery. The role also includes providing guidance on nutrition, behavior, and parasite prevention, as well as follow-up care for chronic illness. This role is open to experienced veterinarians.

Practice Details

The hospital is fully equipped with ultrasound, digital radiology, digital dental radiology, an in-house laboratory, laser therapy, and advanced monitoring for anesthesia and sedation. Facilities include a spacious surgical suite and access to board-certified specialists in surgery, radiology, and cardiology when needed. Services offered cover preventative and medical care, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, grooming, and client education, with a strong emphasis on low-stress handling and Fear Free approaches.

Team

The practice is staffed by five DVMs supported by a knowledgeable and tenured support team. The culture is described as collaborative and family-like, providing a welcoming environment for both staff and clients.

Candidate Requirements

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

Package

Salary up to $175,000 (Annual)

• Base Salary of $125-175k
• Medical/Dental/Vision, and prescription drug benefits for you and eligible dependents
• Competitive PTO
• 401(k)
• CE Allowance
• Licenses, Dues and AVMA PLIT
• Guardian voluntary benefits
• Partnership Opportunities