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Veterinarian Up to $30,000 Sign on Bonus Package Animal Clinic Inc.

Animal Clinic Inc. Iowa City, Iowa

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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.

Animal Clinic Inc.

Job Details

Practice:

Animal Clinic Inc. is small animal practice that has over 57 years of combined experience. We serve Iowa City and the surrounding communities and pride ourselves on being thoughtful, high touch, educating, and family-oriented practitioners.

Aside from industry leading wellness care, we have experienced all types of conditions and treatments throughout our many years. Additional equipment/services we regularly utilize are full in-house laboratory, ultrasound, digital radiology, surgical laser, therapy laser, acupuncture, and more.

Position Purpose:

Up to $30,000 Sign-On Bonus Package

Animal Clinic Inc. – Iowa City, Iowa

Location: 408 Highland Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52240
Website:https://iowacityanimalclinic.com/

About Us

Animal Clinic Inc. has been a trusted cornerstone of veterinary care in Iowa City for decades. We’re a well-established small-animal practice serving dogs and cats only, known for delivering high-quality medicine with a truly personal touch. Our focus is on building long-term client relationships while providing thoughtful, compassionate care to every patient.

Our services include:

Comprehensive wellness & preventative care
Dental care
Digital radiology
Ultrasound
In-house diagnostics
Soft tissue surgery

You’ll be joining a collaborative, down-to-earth team led by Drs. Grace Zhang (Managing DVM), Susan Oliver, and Jessica Fishbaugher, Stefanie Merrill with Dr. Bill Welter, the previous owner, continuing to practice part-time. Our doctors are supported by skilled licensed technicians, experienced assistants, and a knowledgeable administrative team.

We’re known for being family-oriented, highly collaborative, and client-education focused, with a culture that values respect, communication, and teamwork.

Position Summary

Animal Clinic Inc. is seeking a full-time Veterinarian (DVM) to join our supportive and growing team. We’re looking for a compassionate, motivated doctor who enjoys collaboration, values strong client relationships, and practices high-quality, evidence-based medicine.

Whether you’re seeking a stable long-term home or a practice where you can continue to grow clinically, this role offers an excellent balance of autonomy, mentorship, and work-life balance.

Schedule

4 Day schedule Monday–Friday (Day off TBD): 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Rotating Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

What We’re Looking For

Active DVM license in good standing (or ability to obtain)
2+ years of clinical experience preferred - Open to new grads for the right candidate
Strong medical and diagnostic skills; surgical experience a plus
Excellent communication skills with a passion for client education
Team-oriented mindset and collaborative approach to care

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Up to $30,000 Sign-On Bonus Package
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Modern, fully equipped hospital with digital radiology, ultrasound, and in-house lab
Supportive environment with experienced colleagues and open communication
Time to educate clients and build meaningful, long-term patient relationships
A welcoming, inclusive culture in a vibrant university town

If you’re looking for a clinic where your experience is valued and your voice matters, Animal Clinic Inc. is ready to welcome you.

Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary career!

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

Pay Range:

USD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.

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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.

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