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Veterinarian - Barta Animal Hospital
Overview
As a veterinarian at Heartland Veterinary Partners, you will provide quality care to patients and empathetic service to clients. You will partner with other veterinarians, technicians, and client service representatives to operate as an efficient and productive team.
Success in this role takes a collaborative mindset while operating as an independent branch of Heartland. This is an opportunity to expand your skillset while using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills and passion for patient care to build a productive and rewarding career.
When you join us, you will make a real difference in the lives of our patients and clients. You will also become a valued member of our team and contribute to the success of our practice.
Success Profile
We’re looking for passionate vets with the following traits:
- Adaptable
- Compassionate
- Communicator
- Critical Thinker
- Collaborative
- Empathetic
Culture
At Heartland Veterinary Partners, we believe that prioritizing care for veterinarians enables them to prioritize care for their patients. We offer several benefits and support programs to help veterinarians succeed, including:
Mentorship
We provide access to experienced mentors who can help our partners hone their craft and develop their skills, regardless of where they are in their career journey.
Choose Your Setting
We have practices in many states across the country with diverse settings and focuses, so our veterinarians can choose the environment that is best for them.
Work-Life Balance
We understand that our veterinarians have lives outside of the practice, and we are committed to helping them achieve balance.
Authentic Autonomy
Each practice is led locally, and we empower our teams to make all the clinical and inventory decisions to best meet the needs of the community they serve.
Support When it Matters Most
We support our veterinarians at every stage of their careers, from new graduates to experienced practitioners.
Job Details
Practice:
Dr. Barta opened Barta Animal Hospital in January 1973 in a former automotive repair shop that he had remodeled. He built a new clinic in 1997. Dr. Barta grew his clinic from one doctor and two staff into today’s successful, growing practice.
We are a true mixed animal practice, providing high-quality veterinary services in Southeast Kansas for pets of all sizes.
Position Purpose:
Associate Veterinarian | Mixed Animal Medicine with Heart
Independence, Kansas
At Barta Animal Hospital, we’ve been caring for pets, livestock, and even the occasional zoo animal since 1973. Our roots run deep in Southeast Kansas, but our vibe is anything but old-school. We believe in modern medicine, genuine connections, and making sure both our patients and our people feel seen, heard, and supported.
We’re looking for a veterinarian who wants more than “just a job.” You want community. You want purpose. You want to work with a team that has your back, celebrates your wins, and gives you the flexibility to have a life outside the clinic (hello, Unlimited Personal Time Away).
Why You’ll Love It Here
A Culture You Can Breathe In – No egos, no drama—just good people who care about what they do.
Variety Every Day – From small animal wellness visits to farm calls and even caring for the town’s free zoo animals. (Yep, that’s a thing.)
Mentorship That Matters – Dr. Cooper is a large animal legend, and his mentorship has shaped incredible careers—like Dr. Wilczek, who now works side-by-side with him.
Tools That Work as Hard as You Do – Hydraulic cattle chute, in-house IDEXX lab, digital & portable x-ray, brand-new ultrasound, and digital dental x-ray.
Room to Grow – We’ll support your career path, whether that’s honing your surgical skills, expanding into new species, or becoming a community leader.
Essential Responsibilities:
The Work You’ll Do
Provide care for pets and large animals (we love a good mixed-bag day).
Diagnose, treat, and perform surgeries.
Guide pet parents through preventive care and treatment options.
Offer compassionate end-of-life support.
Requirements/Qualifications:
What We’re Looking For
DVM degree + state licensure (or ability to get it).
You communicate like a human, not a textbook.
You’re collaborative, adaptable, and care about your community.
Benefits Offered:
Perks & Benefits
Competitive pay (negotiable) + bonus incentives
Unlimited Personal Time Away (yes, really)
Health, dental, vision insurance
401(k) and Roth(k) with match
CE and licensure reimbursement
Flexible scheduling
Mental health resources & EAP
Relocation assistance if you’re moving in
Life in Independence, KS
This is small-town life with a big heart. Expect neighbors who know your name, clients who bring you cookies, and the freedom to actually enjoy your time off—without a two-hour commute home.Ready to love your job and your life? Let’s talk.
Pay Range:
USD $90,000.00 - USD $110,000.00 /Yr.
Career Path
New Graduate
This is your first veterinary role after school. You’re getting your feet wet and putting that education to work gaining the experience you need to become the vet you know you can be.
Clinically Confident
You’ve been here a while and have your feet under you. You still have plenty of learning and growing to do, but you’re well on your way.
Learning to Lead
Thanks to your experience and dedication, you’ve earned the trust and respect of your community and established yourself as an example for other vets to follow.
“I love working at a Heartland-owned practice. They let us be ourselves with the support of a corporation. My relationship with our regional director is genuine and supportive. It’s obvious anytime company leadership addresses the practices that they genuinely care about our wellbeing and make decisions with our best interests in mind. We are extremely lucky to work for a company this down to earth.”
- Dr. Alexandra Carter, Managing DVM
Rewards
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Generous Vacation Time
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Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits
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Flexible Scheduling
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401(k) and Roth(k) with match
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Continuing Education and Training Opportunities
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Relocation Assistance
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