Part Time Veterinarian in Downtown Milwaukee WI

Part-Time Associate Veterinarian Opportunity

Welcome to Downtown Veterinary Clinic, a pillar of small animal medicine in Milwaukee, WI. We believe that exceptional patient care begins with an inclusive, supportive culture where every professional can do their best work. When you join us, you are joining a dedicated team focused on advancing skills and ensuring excellent outcomes for every pet we serve. This is your opportunity to elevate your veterinary career in a dynamic, urban environment. As part of a broader network committed to clinical excellence, Downtown Veterinary Clinic ensures that all teammates are fully supported in their professional goals. You will find ample resources for growth, including educational opportunities designed to help you succeed, whether you are pursuing credentialing as a technician or aspiring toward leadership roles. We provide the mentorship, dedicated workflow support, and robust continuing education allowances necessary to ensure that you are focused solely on delivering high-quality care. We maintain high standards for small animal medical care, adhering to evidence-based protocols supported by a national community of veterinarians. When complex cases arise, you benefit from internal access to specialty consultations, ensuring that you always have expert guidance to manage challenging situations. We are committed to equipping our practice with the technology and resources you need to deliver accurate diagnostics and effective treatment plans, allowing you to continually sharpen your medical skills and offer comprehensive primary care. Located in the heart of Milwaukee, Downtown Veterinary Clinic offers you the perfect blend of dynamic city life and Midwest charm. Known for its beautiful lakefront, vibrant arts scene, and renowned breweries, Milwaukee provides a high quality of life with affordable living. Imagine having easy access to professional sports, diverse culinary experiences, and beautiful park systems right outside the clinic doors. This location allows you to build a fulfilling professional career without sacrificing the excitement and amenities of a major urban center.

Additional Hospital Information & Who We are Looking For:

Interest In: Small-animal general practice in an urban veterinary hospital focused on high-quality, relationship-centered medicine. Clinical interests may include preventative care, wellness exams, diagnostics, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, internal medicine, urgent/same-day sick visits, client education, and continuity of care across all life stages. The hospital emphasizes compassionate, Fear Freefocused care and strong client relationships within a fast-paced downtown environment.

Part-Time Associate Veterinarian Opportunity: We are seeking a part-time Associate Veterinarian to join the team at Downtown Veterinary Clinic. We are open to approximately 815 hours per week and are happy to discuss scheduling flexibility to find the right fit. This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian seeking additional flexibility, supplemental hours, work-life balance, or a reduced schedule while still practicing high-quality medicine in a collaborative environment.

Open to Experienced or Early-Career Veterinarians: We welcome veterinarians looking for a supportive and team-oriented hospital culture where collaboration, communication, and quality patient care are prioritized. Whether you are looking to scale back hours, re-enter practice, or maintain a flexible schedule, we are open to conversation and tailoring the role appropriately. Ideally, looking for at least Friday coverage, but open to conversation.

Supportive, Experienced Technical Staff: Practice alongside a compassionate and experienced support team dedicated to efficient workflows, strong client communication, anesthesia and dental assistance, diagnostics, and patient care, allowing doctors to focus on practicing thoughtful, high-quality medicine.

Layout & Facility Highlights: Full-service companion animal hospital located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, equipped with exam rooms, treatment and surgical areas, in-house diagnostics, and modern workflow systems designed to support efficient, patient-focused care. The hospital provides comprehensive medical, urgent, and surgical care for companion animals throughout all life stages.

Collaborative Team Environment: The clinic values teamwork, communication, and creating a welcoming environment for both clients and staff. The pace keeps the days engaging while still supporting a positive and balanced workplace culture. We're a small but mighty team!

Patient Mix: A diverse small-animal caseload primarily consisting of dogs and cats, including preventative care, medical workups, dentistry, surgery, and urgent/same-day care presentations.

If you're looking for a flexible, part-time veterinary opportunity in a collaborative and modern hospital environment, we'd love to connect.

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

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Located along the shores of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee offers a vibrant blend of urban energy, waterfront living, and Midwest charm. Residents enjoy a growing food and brewery scene, lakefront trails, arts and cultural events, professional sports, and diverse neighborhoods with unique character. Milwaukee provides big-city amenities with a more approachable pace and cost of living than many larger metropolitan areas, making it an excellent place to build both your career and your lifestyle.

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.

Responsibilities and Benefits

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.

Total Wellbeing

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

Financial Health

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.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary 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.