ER Veterinarian

Iowa Veterinary Specialties; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free scrubs

Volunteer time off

Pet-friendly workplace

Paternity leave

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with match

Disability & life insurance

CE time and courses paid

Job summary

Iowa Veterinary Specialties in Des Moines, IA, is hiring an ER Veterinarian to provide emergency care for incoming and hospitalized patients, including endoscopy and ER surgeries. The role offers 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced, AAHA-accredited referral practice.

Join a well-established team with mentorship and growth opportunities. Competitive salary with a monthly production bonus and a generous benefits package including 401K matching, paid time off, and full health/dental/vision coverage.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• 2 years of emergency or critical care experience preferred, but all experience levels considered.
• Surgery and scope experience a plus.
• Comfort working in an emergency setting with varied caseloads.
• Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunity may be available through PSLF.
• Competitive salary with monthly production bonus even for part-time.
• Generous benefits package including 401K with 4% match, PTO, health, dental, vision, life insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency care including trauma and critical care.
• Collaborate with technicians, boarded surgeons, and specialists to ensure best patient care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate with clients about their pets’ care.
• Utilize in-house IDEXX lab, digital x-ray, and on-site 64-slice CT for diagnostics.

Skills

Emergency care

Critical care

Team collaboration

Emergency procedures

Education

DVM or equivalent

Tools

In-house IDEXX lab

64-slice CT

Digital x-ray

Job description

Iowa Veterinary Specialties located in Des Moines, Iowa is hiring for an Emergency Veterinary. IVS is owned by Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and operational for over 40 years, providing 24-hour veterinary care.

Relief options available for DVM wanting less shifts per month

Compensation

Salaried plus monthly production bonus for full-time and part-time. Annual compensation for full-time positions $150k-$250k

About Us

Iowa Veterinary Specialty Hospital (IVS) is a fast-paced, AAHA-accredited, and progressive referral practice in Des Moines, Iowa. Owned by Iowa State University and operational for over 40 years, we provide 24-hour Emergency and Specialty veterinary care. Our dedicated team includes emergency veterinarians, boarded specialty surgeons, exotics professionals, and skilled veterinary technicians & assistants.

We are seeking an ER Veterinarian to join our fast-paced, progressive referral practice. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well-established, supportive, and forward-thinking practice.

Position Overview

As an ER Veterinarian, you will be responsible for providing emergency care for incoming patients and hospitalized patients including endoscopy and ER surgeries. You will have the chance to work with a variety of cases, including trauma, critical care, and specialty consultations. This position offers flexible scheduling with 12-hour shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency care including trauma and critical care
• Work with Iowa State University Veterinary Student in a variety of programs
• Collaborate with our staff of veterinary technicians, board certified veterinarians, surgeons and specialists to ensure the best patient care.
• Use advanced diagnostic tools including a full-service in-house IDEXX lab, digital x-ray, and on-site 64-slice CT.
• Maintain accurate medical records and effectively communicate with clients about their pets' care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree.
• Previous emergency or critical care experience of 2 years preferred, but all experience levels will be considered.
• Surgery and scope experience a plus
• A positive attitude, compassion, and a dedication to high-quality medicine.
• Must be comfortable working in an emergency setting with varied caseloads and a diverse range of procedures.
• Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunity may be available as available through Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Competitive salary with monthly production bonus even for part-time
• Generous benefits package including Paid Paternity leave, PTO, health, dental, vision, 401K with 4% match, free disability & life insurance.
• Employee perks including free scrubs, paid volunteer time off and the ability to bring your pet to work.
• Licenses, Insurance and Memberships: paid by the company
• Continuing education time and courses paid by the company
• Mentorship opportunities and a supportive work culture focused on growth and work-life balance.

Why Join Us?

• AAHA-accredited facility with advanced diagnostic capabilities.
• Vibrant and inclusive team culture with a focus on high-quality medicine and patient care.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship in emergency and specialty medicine.
• We prioritize work-life balance and aim to create an environment where you feel supported both professionally and personally.
• We value our employees and understand that your well-being is key to delivering excellent care.

Iowa Veterinary Specialty Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.