Medical Lead Veterinarian- Hubbell Animal Hospital- Des Moines IA

Hubbell Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited practice that has proudly served the Des Moines community for over 25 years. You will join a premier facility that maintains a 4.7-star Google rating, reflecting a deep commitment to medical excellence and compassionate care. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of services, including advanced surgery and internal medicine, ensuring you have the tools necessary to provide the highest standard of care. Here, you are more than just a provider; you are a vital part of a collaborative environment where teammates support one another daily. You will find ample opportunities to succeed as you engage in mentorship and continuous learning to expand your clinical skills. Whether you are looking to refine your surgical techniques or explore a new specialty, the culture is designed to help you grow professionally while making a meaningful impact.

Working in Des Moines offers a unique blend of urban amenities and a relaxed Midwestern pace. You can enjoy a vibrant downtown, scenic parks, and a low cost of living that supports a healthy work-life balance. Whether you are exploring the local arts scene or hitting the trails along the Des Moines River, this city provides an ideal backdrop for you to build a fulfilling life outside of the clinic.

Job Description

Additional Hospital Information & What We Are Looking For

Reason for Opening: Current Medical Lead is Internally Transferring to our other local clinic on great terms. You would have support locally and regionally!

Interest In: Small-animal general practice in an AAHA-accredited, full-service veterinary hospital committed to practicing exceptional medicine with compassion and integrity. Clinical interests may include preventative care, wellness, internal medicine, diagnostics, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, urgent care, pain management, behavioral medicine, nutrition counseling, and client education. The hospital is equipped to provide comprehensive care utilizing advanced diagnostics, digital imaging, surgery, and modern anesthetic and monitoring protocols.

Medical Lead / Experienced Veterinarian: We are seeking an experienced veterinarian to join our team as Medical Lead. This is a predominantly clinical leadership opportunity (80–90% practicing medicine) for a veterinarian who enjoys leading by example, fostering collaboration, and helping shape the medical direction of a well-established, AAHA-accredited practice. The ideal candidate is passionate about practicing progressive medicine while helping elevate clinical standards, supporting fellow veterinarians, and driving continued hospital success.

Supportive, Experienced Technical Staff: Practice alongside a knowledgeable and compassionate support team that is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. Our technicians and support staff help maximize doctor efficiency through anesthesia monitoring, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery support, client communication, and patient advocacy, allowing you to focus on practicing high-quality medicine.

Layout & Facility Highlights: AAHA-accredited hospital featuring modern exam rooms, in-house laboratory equipment, digital radiography, digital dental radiography, surgical and dental suites, advanced monitoring equipment, and workflow designed to support efficient, high-quality medicine. The hospital continually invests in technology and continuing education to ensure both patients and team members receive the highest standard of care.

Collaborative Leadership Environment: As Medical Lead, you'll partner with hospital leadership to champion clinical excellence, support medical protocols, encourage collaboration among the veterinary team, and help guide the continued growth of an already respected practice. This is a leader-of-medicine role focused on clinical mentorship through example, quality medicine, and continuous improvement, not heavy administrative responsibilities.

Patient Mix: A diverse small-animal caseload primarily consisting of dogs and cats, providing a rewarding mix of wellness care, internal medicine, surgery, dentistry, urgent care, and advanced diagnostics. The variety of cases allows experienced veterinarians to continue expanding their medical interests while practicing comprehensive medicine.

Medical Lead Role Snapshot

Clinical Responsibilities (80–90%)

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate veterinary care across wellness, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and urgent care services.
• Independently manage routine, advanced, and chronic medical cases with confidence and strong clinical judgment.
• Build lasting relationships with clients through exceptional communication and individualized treatment planning.
• Lead by example on the hospital floor, modeling outstanding medicine, teamwork, and patient advocacy.

Medical Lead / Leader of Medicine Responsibilities (10–20%)

• Serve as the primary clinical leader and medical authority within the hospital.
• Guide medical standards, protocols, and consistency in patient care.
• Support fellow veterinarians through collaboration on medical cases and clinical decision-making.
• Partner with hospital leadership on equipment, workflow improvements, and medical initiatives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and progressive, evidence-based medicine.

Location

3451 Hubbell Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317

Apply today for immediate consideration!

If you're an experienced veterinarian looking to combine hands‑on clinical medicine with meaningful leadership, we'd love to connect.

For confidential consideration, please send your resume to Katie Shaffer at: View email address on click.appcast.io

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

Why Des Moines, IA?

Des Moines continues to be one of the Midwest's fastest‑growing cities, offering an outstanding combination of career opportunity, affordability, and quality of life. Consistently ranked among the nation's best places to live, the metro features a thriving food and brewery scene, vibrant downtown, professional sports, miles of biking and walking trails, farmers markets, live music, and year‑round festivals.

Residents enjoy a cost of living below the national average, excellent schools, family‑friendly neighborhoods, and short commute times, making it easy to spend more time doing what you love. Whether you're looking for an exciting downtown lifestyle or a quiet suburban community, Des Moines offers the perfect balance of professional growth and personal fulfillment.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

EEO Statement

Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.