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Associate Veterinarian

Full-time

Global Veterinary Careers

Associate Veterinarian | Des Moines, Iowa | AAHA Accredited | Fear Free Certified

Are you looking for a practice where you can genuinely shape your career, pursue your clinical interests, and work alongside a supportive team that values high-quality medicine and exceptional client care?

A well-established AAHA-accredited hospital in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its growing team. This opportunity offers the perfect balance of advanced medicine, collaborative support, and work-life flexibility in one of the Midwest's most affordable and welcoming cities.

Why Join This Hospital?

  • AAHA-accredited practice
  • Fear Free Certified and Gold-Level Cat Friendly hospital
  • Flexible full-time and part-time scheduling options
  • Supportive multi-doctor environment
  • Strong mentorship available for new graduates
  • Opportunities to develop special interests and advanced skills
  • Established and loyal client base
  • Community-focused hospital culture

Advanced Equipment & Services

This hospital is equipped to support a broad range of medical and surgical interests, including:

  • Dedicated feline-only hospital space
  • Ultrasound and echocardiography
  • Orthopedic surgery capabilities
  • Laparoscopic surgery
  • Rehabilitation medicine suite
  • Advanced dentistry
  • Opportunity to see exotics and pocket pets

Whether your interests lie in surgery, imaging, rehabilitation, dentistry, or exotic medicine, you'll have the support and equipment needed to grow.

The Role

You'll have the opportunity to:

  • Perform wellness, preventative, and diagnostic care
  • Develop strong relationships with clients and patients
  • Work up a wide variety of medical and surgical cases
  • Pursue individual clinical interests
  • Collaborate with an experienced veterinary team
  • Contribute to a positive and supportive hospital culture

The practice prides itself on taking the time to educate clients and deliver compassionate, Fear Free veterinary care.

Who We're Looking For

  • DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
  • Eligible for veterinary licensure in Iowa
  • Passion for high-quality patient care
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Interest in continued professional growth
  • New graduates and experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Production opportunities
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous PTO and sick leave
  • Continuing Education allowance and paid CE days
  • Mental health and wellbeing resources
  • Professional development and mentorship programs
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Access to extensive specialist support and clinical resources

Why Des Moines?

Des Moines consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the Midwest, offering an affordable cost of living, excellent schools, vibrant restaurants, craft breweries, outdoor recreation, and a growing professional community. With easy access to downtown, Altoona, and surrounding suburbs, you'll enjoy both career opportunity and quality of life.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact:

Poppy Greenshields
Recruitment Consultant | Global Veterinary Careers

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Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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