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Associate Veterinarian - Bear Creek Animal Hospital
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:
Bear Creek Animal Hospital takes pride in our advanced and evolving knowledge of veterinary medicine. Building ever-lasting relationships with our clients and patients is of the utmost importance. Our veterinary team achieves this by tailoring our veterinary services to fit the needs of each patient and personalizing each experience.
Our state of the art facility opened in January of 2024, featuring 6 exams rooms, 2 surgery suites, a separate dental area, ultrasound, surgical cutting laser, and more!
Dr. Christen Fielding is a General Practitioner who has been practicing in the St. Louis area since 2010. With over 10 years of experience in veterinary medicine, her knowledge, compassion, and dedication result in providing exceptional care to her patients. She is an experienced surgeon and has many years of emergency and urgent care medicine which allow her to excel in treating a wide range of complex medical cases. This variety in experience also ensures that each of her patients receive the highest quality care in preventative medicine as well as any unexpected illness or injuries that arise. Providing detailed assessments and education to clients ensures that her clients can make the best decisions for each of their unique pets.
Position Purpose:
Associate Veterinarian (DVM)
Bear Creek Animal Hospital, Wentzville, MO
Compensation: $110,000 to $140,000 annually
Bear Creek Animal Hospital is adding an Associate DVM who wants to grow clinical depth and work in a modern, efficient setting. This role fits a doctor with interest in orthopedics or another focused area. No specialty certification required. You need strong fundamentals and a drive to improve.
Our hospital includes a fully equipped surgical suite built for orthopedic procedures. You will handle a mix of general practice, dentistry, and advanced cases. You will have the tools and support to expand your skill set and take on more complex work over time.
You will join a team that communicates clearly and works together. The culture stays positive and accountable. Doctors and staff support each other through busy schedules and challenging cases.
Why Bear Creek
- New phase of growth with room for new ideas
- Modern facility designed for efficient, high-quality care
- Team-first environment with consistent support
- Diverse caseload across wellness, dentistry, and complex medicine
What you will do
- Provide medical care across preventive, diagnostic, and surgical cases
- Perform or assist with orthopedic procedures based on your skill level
- Educate clients with clear, direct communication
- Collaborate with a trained support team for case management
- Build efficiency while maintaining quality care
Location
Wentzville, Missouri sits under an hour from St. Louis. You get a growing community with strong schools, local markets, and outdoor access. Lake St. Louis offers boating and recreation. St. Louis provides sports, dining, and entertainment within easy reach.
What we are looking for
- DVM with Missouri licensure or eligibility
- Interest or experience in orthopedics or focused medicine
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Commitment to client education and quality care
- Professional presence with staff and clients
Benefits and perks
- Compensation $110,000 to $140,000 annually
- Bonus incentives
- Unlimited PTO
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k and Roth 401k with company match
- CE allowance and licensure reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling
- Defined career path development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental health resources
- Relocation support
- DVM referral program
Bear Creek offers a clear path to grow clinically while working in a structured, supportive environment. Apply to start the conversation.
Pay Range:
USD $110,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /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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