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Veterinarian in Waupaca, WI at Countryside Animal Hospital with Up to 100K Sign-On Bonus
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:
Countryside Animal Hospital is proud to serve Waupaca, WI and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service.
We were established in 1993 and have over 70 years of combined experience.
Position Purpose:
Associate Veterinarian – Waupaca, WI
Up to $100K Sign-On Bonus
Countryside Animal Care | E2691 Larson Road, Waupaca, WI
Thoughtful Care. Small-Town Heart. Big Opportunity.
Looking for a place where you can practice great medicine, feel supported, and still have a life outside of work?
Welcome to Countryside Animal Care—a small, close-knit clinic where relationships come first, teamwork is real, and your voice actually matters.
We may be a smaller practice, but that’s exactly our strength. Here, you’ll find flexibility, trust, and a genuinely laid-back environment—without sacrificing quality medicine.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Supportive, team-first culture (7 skilled support staff so you can focus on medicine)
- Work alongside tenured, mentorship-driven doctors (20+ & 30+ years experience)
- Practice Manager with 20+ years—stability you can count on
- Flexible scheduling (3–4 day work week options)
- Easy time off + strong work/life balance
- A clinic that adapts to you—not the other way around
A Day in the Life:
- See ~15 patients/day—quality over chaos
- Small animal focus (dogs & cats)
- Fast-paced enough to stay engaged, but laid-back and low-drama
- Plenty of support: 2 DVMs to 5–6 techs
- Freedom to explore new services or areas of interest
Tools to Practice Your Best Medicine:
- Digital radiology + digital dental X-rays
- In-house lab (IDEXX + Sedivue)
- Therapy laser
- Skilled technicians handling anesthesia + workflows
Who We’re Looking For:
- A positive, team-oriented DVM
- Someone who values client education and relationship-building
- New grads welcome—we love to teach
- Experienced veterinarians seeking a supportive, flexible home
Compensation & Perks:
- Salary: $115,000 – $135,000 (based on experience)
- Sign-On Bonus: Up to $100,000
- Full-time or part-time options
- A culture that truly supports balance and longevity
Why Waupaca?
Enjoy the charm of a tight-knit, welcoming community with lakes, outdoor recreation, and a slower pace of life—without giving up meaningful, fulfilling work.
The Bottom Line
If you’re looking for a place where you can learn, grow, and actually enjoy your day-to-day, Countryside Animal Care offers something rare:
Great medicine + great people + a life outside of work
Apply today and see what practicing veterinary medicine should feel like.
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.
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 $115,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /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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