Veterinarian - Stoughton, WI

Chaletvet; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Continuing education allowance

401K with company contribution

Vacation time

Paid holidays

401K plan

Life insurance

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Stoughton, WI seeks a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join a collaborative team. The role focuses on surgeries and patient care in a supportive atmosphere. Ideal for both experienced veterinarians and new graduates seeking mentorship. Competitive compensation and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable with routine soft tissue and dental surgeries.
• Strong skills in basic GP surgery and dentistry required.
• New graduates are welcome; mentorship available.

Responsibilities

• Predominantly surgical duties with 2-4 surgeries per day.
• Manage approximately 15 appointments on full days.
• Collaborate with a support team of technicians.

Skills

Basic GP surgery

Dentistry

Mentorship receptiveness for new grads

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Job description

Associate Veterinarian - FT or PT – Chalet Veterinary Clinic | Stoughton, WI

Chalet Veterinary Clinic is a multi-doctor, companion animal hospital located in Stoughton, WI. For over 30 years, we’ve proudly provided high-quality medical, dental, and surgical services to dogs and cats. We are seeking a full-time (or part-time) Associate Veterinarian to join our supportive, collaborative team.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Our team genuinely enjoys coming to work because we get tomake a difference in pets’ lives while building strong relationships with their families. We offer asupportive, team-based environmentwhere everyone’s contributions are valued, and we celebrate both the small and big wins together.

We also enjoy fun team-building activities such as:

• Community Easter egg hunts
• April Fool’s pranks
• Potlucks
• Volunteering at community vaccine clinics

Participation is encouraged but never required—everyone can join in at their own comfort level.

About Our Hospital

We focus on comprehensive, high-quality veterinary care for canine and feline patients. Our modern facility includes:

• Dedicated radiology room
• Large surgical suite
• Digital radiography with SignalPet AI interpretation (optional radiologist consultation)
• IDEXX Catalyst, ProCyte, and Sedivue analyzers
• New electrocautery unit
• New anesthesia & patient monitoring equipment
• Complete in-house lab

We provideroutine soft tissue and dental surgeriesand handle emergencies on a case-by‑case basis. Complex cases are referred to our trusted local ER clinic or specialty facilities.

Surgery & Appointment Flow

This role will bepredominantly surgery, with strong skills and confidence inbasic GP surgery and dentistry required. Fornew grads, mentorship in more complex surgeries is available from our Chief of Staff Advisor.

Surgery caseload:2–4 surgeries per day (spays, neuters, mass removals, dentals; orthopedic procedures referred out).

Appointments:30-minute slots; about 15 per full appointment day or 5–7 on partial surgery days.

Surgery schedule:Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays (flexible based on doctor preference).

Schedule includes:12:00–1:30 p.m. lunch break and catch-up period. Doctors typically work 3–4 days per week.

No weekend shifts required:We are open the first three Saturdays of each month, but incoming doctors are not scheduled for these shifts.

No on-call or after-hours responsibilities.

Our Support Team

3 Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs)

2 Veterinary Technicians

3 Veterinary Assistants

Each doctor is supported by a dedicated technician, with an additional float available as needed. At times, two technicians may be assigned to a single doctor to ensure optimal support.

Our staff tenure ranges from 2 to 25 years.

Community & Location

Stoughton is a growing community located nearMadison, home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. This gives us access to premier referral hospitals, specialists, and continuing education resources. Madison consistently ranks among the best U.S. cities for bike trails, locally-owned businesses, green resources & cultural attractions, safe neighborhoods, and vibrant community life.

Benefits That Matter

The emotional and physical well-being of our employees is very important to us. We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing education (CE) allowance
• Vacation time
• Professional dues & liability coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital
• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well-being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.