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Veterinarian
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
Salina Veterinary Hospital, located in Salina, KS, stands as a premier full-service veterinary facility with over 50 years of dedicated animal care. Specializing in treating small animals, our skilled team ensures the well-being of cherished pets, including dogs and cats. Committed to excellence, we provide comprehensive veterinary services, from routine check-ups to advanced medical care.
Position Purpose:Associate Veterinarian – Salina Veterinary Hospital | Salina, KS
Exceptional care. Enduring bonds. A place to grow.
Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, community-focused practice with a rich history of exceptional animal care? At Salina Veterinary Hospital, we’ve proudly served Salina, Kansas, and the surrounding area for over 50 years. As a trusted full-service hospital, we’re passionate about providing high-quality, compassionate care for our beloved patients—and we’re looking for an equally dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team!
Whether it’s routine wellness, complex medical treatment, or a day of pampering in our grooming suite, we’re here for every step of the pet care journey. We focus on treating small animals (primarily dogs and cats), always prioritizing the human-animal bond that makes our work so rewarding.
Essential Responsibilities:Perform thorough exams and diagnose illnesses and injuries in companion animals
Utilize diagnostic equipment and interpret results to guide treatment plans
Advise pet parents on preventative care and treatment options
Perform surgical procedures and prescribe medications
Provide compassionate end-of-life care guidance
Maintain accurate and complete medical records
Uphold the highest standards of veterinary ethics and protocols
DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited institution
Current Kansas state veterinary license (or eligibility to obtain)
DEA/BNDD eligibility
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A collaborative spirit and commitment to client service
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted (or more with assistance)
Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
Unlimited Personal Time Away – because work-life balance matters!
Bonus incentives for going above and beyond
Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with match + Roth(k) options
CE allowance and license reimbursement
Flexible scheduling to support your lifestyle
Professional development support and career path planning
Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health Resources
DVM Referral Program
Relocation assistance available
At Salina Veterinary Hospital, you’ll be part of a close-knit team that values collaboration, growth, and genuine care for every pet and person who walks through our doors. Come be a part of our legacy—and help us build the future of veterinary care in Salina!
Ready to join us? Let’s chat!
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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