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Managing Veterinarian - France Avenue Pet Hospital with Sign-on Bonus and/or Relocation assistance available
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.
Job Details
Practice:
France Avenue Pet Hospital is a full-service small animal practice that prides itself on our knowledge, passion, and skilled professionals. Located in the Minneapolis metropolitan area, our clients are caring and plentiful. Over the last 17 years, we have built many life-long relationships within our community.
Position Purpose:
Managing Veterinarian
France Ave Pet Hospital | Bloomington, Minnesota
France Ave Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced and collaborative Managing Veterinarian to lead our team in Bloomington, Minnesota.
This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine while also helping shape the culture, clinical standards, and continued growth of a hospital. Our ideal Managing Veterinarian is approachable, team-oriented, and excited to mentor others while remaining actively involved in patient care.
About France Ave Pet Hospital
France Ave Pet Hospital is a full-service small animal practice focused on building long-term relationships with pets and their families. Our team takes a whole-pet approach to medicine, with an emphasis on preventive care, thoughtful treatment recommendations, client education, and compassionate service.
We believe great veterinary medicine starts with a strong team. Our doctors and support staff work collaboratively in an environment where communication, professional development, and quality patient care are valued.
About the Managing Veterinarian Role
As Managing Veterinarian, you will serve as the clinical leader of the hospital while continuing to practice medicine alongside the team. You will partner closely with practice leadership and Heartland Veterinary Partners to support medical quality, doctor engagement, mentorship, hospital performance, and an exceptional client and patient experience.
This role is ideal for an experienced veterinarian who wants to have a meaningful voice in how a practice operates without stepping away from clinical medicine.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and preventive care to small animal patients
Serve as a clinical leader and resource for the veterinary team
Mentor and support associate veterinarians in their professional and clinical development
Promote strong communication and collaboration between doctors, support staff, and practice leadership
Help establish and maintain high standards of medical care and consistency
Support doctor engagement, retention, and a healthy hospital culture
Partner with practice leadership on hospital goals, workflow, staffing, and operational opportunities
Encourage continuing education, skill development, and thoughtful adoption of new medical techniques and technology
Help create an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to succeed
What We're Looking For
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree
Active or ability to obtain Minnesota veterinary licensure
Experience practicing small animal medicine
Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
A collaborative and approachable leadership style
Interest in mentoring and developing fellow veterinarians
Commitment to high-quality medicine and an excellent client experience
Previous medical leadership experience is preferred, but veterinarians ready to take the next step into leadership are encouraged to apply
Why France Ave Pet Hospital?
France Ave Pet Hospital offers the opportunity to lead within an established Bloomington practice while maintaining the autonomy and relationships that make community veterinary medicine rewarding.
Our team is committed to compassionate care, continuous learning, and supporting one another. You'll also have access to the resources and partnership of Heartland Veterinary Partners while remaining closely connected to the local hospital and community.
The hospital currently operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and is closed Saturdays and Sundays, providing an attractive schedule for a leadership veterinarian seeking greater predictability and work-life balance.
Benefits & Support
Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package may include:
Competitive base salary with production-based earning potential
Signing and/or commitment incentives
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE opportunities
Professional dues and licensing support
401(k) retirement plan
Employee assistance and wellness resources
Leadership development and mentorship
Access to the broader clinical and operational resources of Heartland Veterinary Partners
Life in Bloomington
Located just minutes from Minneapolis and St. Paul, Bloomington offers the convenience of the Twin Cities while maintaining easy access to parks, trails, the Minnesota River Valley, dining, entertainment, and surrounding suburban communities.
If you're an experienced veterinarian who wants to continue practicing medicine while helping lead and develop a strong veterinary team, we'd love to connect with you.
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.
Pay Range:
USD $115,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.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
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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