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Veterinarian - Cat Clinic of Iowa City
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:
Established in 2002, the Cat Clinic of Iowa City remains Iowa City’s sole feline-exclusive full-service veterinary clinic.
This modern facility with a staff of experienced feline health professionals provides a veterinary haven to all cats, both the healthy and the healing and clients appreciate the positive difference in behavior that our warm and quiet atmosphere inspires in their cats.
We’re thrilled to announce that our veterinary clinic in Iowa City has been recognized as the best in town. A sincere thank you extends to all our patrons for your steadfast support!
Position Purpose:
Full-Time Veterinarian – Cat Whisperer Wanted!
Cat Clinic of Iowa City
1705 S. 1st Ave, Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Salary: $100,000–$120,000 annually
Do you speak fluent meow? Are your scrubs perpetually covered in cat hair (by choice)? Do you believe every feline deserves to be treated like royalty? If you answered yes while a tabby perched on your shoulder, we want you!
At Cat Clinic of Iowa City, we’re a feline-only practice where cats rule and humans obey (but with love). We’re currently seeking an experienced full-time veterinarian who doesn’t just tolerate cats—they understand them. The kneading, the dramatic flops, the sudden 3 a.m. zoomies—you’ve seen it all and you’re still smitten.
What You’ll Love About Us:
A cat-exclusive practice—no barking, drooling, or tail-chasing here.
A calm, low-stress environment designed for both cats and their humans.
A dedicated, tight-knit team that shares your passion (and your lint roller).
A loyal feline-focused clientele that values gold-standard care and expert guidance.
What We’re Looking For:
An experienced DVM (2+ years preferred) with strong clinical skills and a soft spot for the purring kind.
A true cat enthusiast who’s confident managing both routine and complex feline cases.
Someone comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team that loves cats almost as much as you do.
Excellent communication skills—you know how to educate, empathize, and reassure even the most nervous cat parent.
The Perks:
Competitive salary: $100,000–$120,000
Full-time schedule with excellent work-life balance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
CE allowance and professional dues covered
Supportive environment where your experience and ideas are valued
A practice where your love for cats is not just accepted—it’s required
Ready to make a difference—one whisker at a time?
Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that speaks cat fluently.
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:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 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:
- Competitive Compensation -All salary ranges are negotiable based on experience
- 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
Pay Range:
USD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /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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