Associate Veterinarian-Waterloo, IA

American Animal Hospital Association, Inc.; Iowa; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established veterinary practice is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join their supportive team. This role offers a unique mentorship program for new graduates, emphasizing personal growth, clinical skills, and a balanced work-life with a 4-day work week. The clinic is known for its collaborative and educational environment, providing opportunities to work on diverse and challenging cases. With a strong support system and a focus on professional development, this position is perfect for both experienced veterinarians and recent graduates looking to make a meaningful impact in veterinary medicine.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with employer match

Paid Continuing Education

Flexible Schedule

Company Paid License Fees

Wellness Programs

Structured Mentorship Program

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Active Iowa Veterinary License in good standing is required.
• Teamwork mentality and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care including urgent care and general practice.
• Participate in mentorship and training for new graduates.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Teamwork

Critical Thinking

Communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Iowa Veterinary License

Job description

Overview

Den Herder Veterinary Hospital (AAHA Accredited) is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our team!

New Grads Welcome to Apply and we also welcome 2025 Graduates who want a true mentorship program!

Den Herder Veterinary Hospital is a 6 Doctor, 8 CVT practice in a new 9,000 sq foot facility. We are AAHA Accredited. We offer many advanced services such as high-level dentistry, ultrasound, CT/MRI, chemotherapy, exotics, and various orthopedics including TPLO's. Our doctors collaborate daily and support each other working through difficult cases.

We invite doctors to pursue their own interests in medicine and provide support and encouragement to bring new skills to our patients and clients. We strive to provide a work life balance by offering a 4-day work week and encourage the use of PTO. Additionally, our doctors use a dictation service to decrease time spent working on records. We would welcome a new graduate and provide mentorship and training to feel comfortable as a practicing veterinarian. We would also welcome an experienced veterinarian that can jump in and bring fresh ideas and perspective to a group of doctors that love to learn.

New or Recent Grad?

We've established a premier, customized mentorship program, unlike any other program in veterinary medicine. From a dedicated clinical mentor to a plethora of mentorship resources, our mentorship program has everything you need to succeed.

• Customized Year-Long Mentorship Program to fit your unique talents, goals, and needs
  • Clinical Mentors act as your coach to provide goal setting, professional development, clinical & surgical mentorship, and schedule management to fit your pace & progress
• Weekly Meeting With Your Mentor
  • Work together on goal setting and reflection
• Weekly Virtual Rounds open to all recent grads
  • Customized emphasis on overcoming common clinical challenges, critical thinking as a recent grad, and a spectrum of clinical topics & development
  • Meet other new and recent grads to develop a peer network of support
• On-Demand Learning: 100's of videos, webinars, and eLearning available in the MPower Learning system.

Our medical leadership teams are committed to supporting career development, continuing education, and reaching personal goals. All Veterinarians will find interesting, diverse, and challenging cases, with a manageable caseload. Our clinic promotes a respectful, educational, collaborative, and fun workplace environment.

Reasons to Join:

• Well Respected Practice with a Strong Support Team
• High Tech to DVM Ratio
• Outstanding Mentorship
• Excellent Customer Reviews and Community Reputation
• Wonderful Clinic Culture
• Experienced DVMs or New Grads Welcome to Apply
• Urgent Care Opportunities with Unique Caseloads

Website: https://www.denherdervet.com/

Location: 4041 Hurst Drive, Waterloo, IA 50701

Ideal qualifications:

• Iowa Veterinary License - active and in good standing
• Teamwork mentality
• All Experience Levels Considered, Including Upcoming Graduates
• Ideally someone interested in Urgent Care/GP Mix Position, as we are open from 4-8pm with Urgent Care Hours as well as working a Saturday every third weekend

What we Offer:

• Competitive Annual Base Salary!
• Monthly Production Bonus with NO Negative Accrual!
• Signing Bonus!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Wellness Programs and Support
• Paid Continuing Education & Dedicated Days Off to Attend
• 401k with employer match
• Continued comprehensive Leadership Training Program
• Structured Mentorship Program
• Paid Parental leave
• Company Paid License Fees and Professional Dues
• Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance
• Power of the Network to use in the Clinic and to Grow your Interests
• Flexible Schedule- Let's talk!

Apply today for immediate consideration! If you have the drive, passion, and medical skills we're looking for, we'd love to meet you. For confidential consideration, please send your resume to Katie Shaffer at: [e-mail]

All applications and conversations are upheld with the upmost discretion and professionalism.