Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Dubuque (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SIMPLE IRA

Health care stipend

Group health insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Continuing education opportunities

Pet health care discounts

Job summary

PetMed of Key West Veterinary Clinic in Dubuque, Iowa, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for part-time or full-time work. We care about the right fit, maintaining a humane and modern practice with a supportive team; hours are 8 AM-5 PM on weekdays, with a lunch break and leaving on time.

Caseload includes dogs, cats, and exotics; exotics optional. New graduates receive mentorship, while experienced vets have autonomy.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an accredited veterinary school or expected graduation for current students.
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in Iowa.
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians and support staff.
• Strong communication with clients and team members.
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate medicine.
• Willingness to ask questions, learn, and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care for dogs, cats, and exotics as applicable.
• Collaborate with a supportive team in a modern clinic setting.
• Mentorship and guidance for new graduates or less experienced colleagues.
• Maintain excellent client communication and case documentation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical excellence

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) / VMD

Job description

Associate Veterinarian - Part-Time or Full-Time

PetMed of Key West Veterinary Clinic | Dubuque, Iowa

Great Medicine. Good People. A Schedule That Leaves Room for a Life.

We're a privately owned small animal and exotics practice in Dubuque, Iowa and we think veterinary medicine can be a great career without consuming your entire life.

We're looking for a part-time or full-time veterinarian, from a brand-new graduate to someone who has been doing this for decades. We care much more about finding the right person than filling a particular number of hours.

Our weekday hours are 8 AM-5 PM. We take our lunch breaks, and we leave on time. Really.

We practice modern medicine with an experienced, supportive team that genuinely enjoys working together. We take medicine seriously, but we also laugh-a lot.

Our caseload includes dogs, cats, and exotics. Love exotics? Great. Want to learn? We'll help you. Prefer dogs and cats? Also great. Exotics are completely optional.

Part-Time

Looking to step back from full-time practice without stepping away from veterinary medicine? Or simply looking for a schedule that leaves room for the rest of your life? We're very open to that.

• 2 days per week
• Friday required as one of those days
• One Saturday morning per month, 8 AM-12 PM
• No on-call
• Choice of daily rate or ProSal, based on your preference
• SIMPLE IRA/retirement plan participation available
• Pet health care discounts

Full-Time

• 4-day work week
• One Saturday morning per month, 8 AM-12 PM
• ProSal compensation
• 3 weeks (12 days) paid time off
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer match
• Health care stipend
• Option to participate in our group health insurance plan
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Generous continuing education and professional development, including opportunities to attend national veterinary conferences
• Pet health care discounts

Who would fit here?

Someone who practices good medicine, communicates well, works collaboratively, and treats clients and coworkers with respect.

You do not need to arrive knowing everything. You do need to be willing to ask questions, keep learning, and be part of the team.

New graduate? You'll have real mentorship and experienced people around you while you build confidence.

Experienced veterinarian? We value the experience you bring. You'll have the autonomy to practice medicine without someone looking over your shoulder.

And if you're looking for part-time because you have kids, horses, hobbies, another job, or simply want more days that belong to you we understand.

Why PetMed of Key West?

We're locally and privately owned. We have modern equipment, an experienced team, an interesting caseload, and the freedom to practice medicine without corporate quotas.

And when we say we value work-life balance, we mean something very specific: You get a lunch. You get out on time. And you get to have a life outside the clinic.

Job Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary school, or expected graduation for current veterinary students
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in Iowa
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians and support staff
• Strong communication skills with clients and team members
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate medicine
• Willingness to ask questions, learn, and continue developing professionally
• Comfortable practicing small animal medicine; exotics experience is not required
• Part-time applicants must be available 2 days per week, including Friday, plus one Saturday morning per month
• Full-time applicants work a 4-day work week plus one Saturday morning per month

New graduates are encouraged to apply. Experienced veterinarians are equally welcome.