Associate Veterinarian- Willowbend Animal Hospital- Wichita KS

Veterinarian Position at Willowbend Animal Hospital

You will join a practice dedicated to clinical excellence at Willowbend Animal Hospital, a cornerstone of the Wichita community. Boasting an impressive 4.8-star Google rating, this hospital prioritizes high-standard care through advanced services like digital radiology, ultrasound, and innovative stem cell therapy. Your commitment to quality will be supported by a facility that values modern technology and personalized patient care, ensuring every pet receives the best medicine possible without shortcuts. When you join this professional family, you will find a collaborative environment where your individual goals are prioritized. Your new teammates are dedicated to mutual respect and continuous learning, offering the mentorship needed to succeed in your veterinary career. Whether you are looking to refine your surgical skills or expand your diagnostic expertise, you will have the resources and encouragement to grow professionally within a supportive, high-functioning team. Beyond the clinic, you will enjoy the vibrant lifestyle that Wichita offers, blending urban amenities with a welcoming atmosphere. From exploring scenic river paths to enjoying the local arts scene, the city provides an ideal backdrop for a fulfilling life. You will benefit from an affordable cost of living and a community that values a healthy work-life balance, making Wichita the perfect place to call home and build a long-term career.

Open to Full-Time or Part-Time Veterinarians Build the Career (and Schedule) That Fits Your Life

Interest In: Progressive small-animal general practice with opportunities to practice comprehensive medicine including preventative care, wellness, internal medicine, advanced diagnostics, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, pain management, urgent/same-day care, and client education. Willowbend is equipped to provide everything from routine wellness visits to advanced medical and surgical care, with the added benefit of collaborating directly with board-certified specialists within our network on complex cases.

Open to Full-Time or Part-Time Veterinarians

Experienced veterinarians will enjoy the autonomy, collaboration, and support to continue growing their clinical interests because learning doesn't stop after graduation. In addition to generous continuing education benefits, you'll have access to our Clinical Tracks Program, offering complimentary RACE-approved CE facilitated by our own board-certified veterinary specialists. Whether your passion is surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, leadership, or another area of veterinary medicine, we'll help you continue developing the skills and interests that matter most to you.

For Part-Time Opportunities: Looking to work 2 days a week? We'd be happy to have you join our team covering Mondays and Fridays. Let's discuss what your schedule could look like!

Have a special interest? Let's talk about how we can help make it a larger part of your everyday practice.

Supportive, Experienced Technical Staff: Work alongside a compassionate, highly trained support team that allows doctors to practice efficiently and focus on delivering exceptional medicine. From anesthesia monitoring and advanced diagnostics to surgery, dentistry, client education, and patient advocacy, our team embraces a collaborative approach where everyone works together to provide outstanding patient care.

Layout & Facility Highlights: Modern, full-service hospital featuring advanced in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, surgical and dental suites, comprehensive treatment areas, and progressive medical technology. Willowbend also offers advanced services including cardiology, ophthalmology, regenerative medicine, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), stem cell therapy, laser therapy, and in-network specialist collaboration, allowing doctors to practice an exceptional level of medicine without immediately referring complex cases.

Collaborative Team Environment: At Willowbend Animal Hospital, you'll join a team committed to treating every patient like family. The culture is built around collaboration, integrity, thorough medicine, and supporting one another. Doctors are encouraged to practice progressive medicine, pursue their interests, and continue growing while enjoying a positive, team-first environment.

Patient Mix: A diverse companion animal caseload primarily consisting of dogs and cats, with an excellent balance of wellness care, internal medicine, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, advanced medical workups, urgent care, and chronic disease management. Doctors enjoy the variety of practicing comprehensive medicine while having access to advanced consultation when needed.

Why Wichita, KS?

Wichita offers one of the best values in the country, combining big-city amenities with a remarkably affordable lifestyle. With a cost of living approximately 1213% below the national average and home prices significantly lower than many metropolitan areas, your income simply goes further here.

Outside of work, you'll enjoy a thriving local restaurant and brewery scene, professional sports, live music, miles of biking and walking trails, and one of the nation's top-ranked zoos. Wichita's welcoming community, short commute times, family-friendly neighborhoods, and growing veterinary community make it an outstanding place to build both your career and your life.

Affordable. Welcoming. Growing. Wichita is a place where veterinarians can truly thrive.

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.