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Associate Veterinarian - Cadillac, MI

New Grads Welcome | Mentorship + Up to $50K Sign-On + $25K Relocation Assistance

Experienced Veterinarians Are Welcome, Too

While Meyer is an excellent environment for a new graduate, we're equally interested in experienced veterinarians looking for a collaborative team, strong support staff, clinical autonomy, and the opportunity to continue developing their professional interests.  Bring the skills you already have—and we'll give you room to use them.

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Your First DVM Job Should Build Your Confidence—Not Test How Fast You Can Figure Everything Out.

You worked hard to earn your DVM. Now it's time to find a practice where you can build confidence, develop your skills, and discover the veterinarian you want to become.

At Meyer Veterinary Clinic, you won't start your career alone.

You'll join an established multi-doctor team where collaboration is part of the culture, questions are encouraged, and experienced veterinarians are available to support your growth. Whether you want to strengthen your skills in surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, ultrasound, or simply become an excellent well-rounded GP veterinarian, we'll help you get there.

And when the workday ends? You're living in Northern Michigan—where other people come to vacation.

Why New Grads Can Thrive at Meyer - Mentorship That's More Than a Buzzword

Starting your first DVM position comes with a lot of “firsts.” We don't expect you to have everything figured out on Day 1.

Our doctors enjoy collaborating, discussing cases, and sharing their experience. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, work through challenging cases with experienced colleagues, and develop your confidence at a pace that supports your growth.

A Multi-Doctor Team Means You Have People to Learn From

At Meyer, you'll be surrounded by veterinarians with different experiences, clinical interests, and strengths—giving you multiple perspectives and opportunities to learn as you develop your own style of practicing medicine.

Strong Support So You Can Focus on Being the Doctor

With approximately a 2:1 support-staff-to-DVM ratio, you can spend more of your day focused on what you went to veterinary school to do: practice medicine, communicate with clients, develop your clinical skills, and care for patients.

What Kind of Veterinarian Do You Want to Become?

You don't have to know yet.  Your first few years of practice should give you the opportunity to explore what excites you.

Love surgery?
Build your confidence with routine soft-tissue procedures and continue developing your surgical skills alongside experienced veterinarians.

Interested in ultrasound and diagnostics?
Gain experience working through cases with access to diagnostic imaging and colleagues who enjoy collaborating.

Want to become stronger in dentistry?

Continue developing your dental skills while incorporating dental radiography into your patient care.

Curious about more advanced procedures?
Meyer provides exposure to a broad range of cases and procedures, including orthopedic and soft-tissue surgery.

Want to be an excellent GP veterinarian?
That's a great career path, too. You'll see the variety of cases that makes general practice rewarding while building long-term relationships with clients and their pets.  Not sure which direction you want to take?

That's exactly what your first job should help you discover.

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Modern Medicine + Interesting Cases

Meyer Veterinary Clinic is equipped to support high-quality medicine and continued clinical development with resources including:

• Digital radiography
• Digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• In-house diagnostics
• Dentistry
• Soft-tissue surgery
• Orthopedic procedures
• Preventive and wellness care
• A diverse general-practice caseload

You'll have opportunities to continue learning while practicing alongside doctors who value collaboration and quality medicine.

 A Culture People Don’t Leave

There’s a reason so many of our team members have been here for years:

• We step in to help—without being asked
• We respect individual approaches to care
• We create a calm, positive environment
• We genuinely enjoy working together

This is the kind of place where people stay—and grow.

 Schedule That Supports Your Life

• Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Rotating Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• No on-call

Build Your Career Where Other People Come to Vacation

Your first DVM job isn't just about where you work—it's also about where you'll build your life.

Cadilllac offers the best of Northern Michigan living with a community that's welcoming to young professionals.

Enjoy a walkable downtown along Lake Cadillac with local restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, shopping, live music, markets, and seasonal events

New to the area? Connect2Cadillac makes it easier to meet people through social events, networking, volunteering, and activities designed specifically to help professionals build connections in the community

When you're off the clock, two beautiful lakes and miles of trails put boating, kayaking, hiking, biking, and dog-friendly adventures close to home.

Winter brings skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and other Northern Michigan favorites.

Email for more information: Jennifer.cuthriell@heartlandvetpartners.com

Essential Responsibilities:

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered:

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement 
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available

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