Associate Veterinarian - Mixed Animal

Elkader, IA

Clinic: Veterinary Associates of Clayton County

Objective

Veterinary Associates of Clayton County is seeking a full time mixed animal associate veterinarian, with a strong emphasis on equine, bovine and small animal species. The practice is located in scenic Northeast Iowa. 

We are a well-established mixed animal practice with 3 locations: Elkader, Strawberry Point, and Valley Vet Clinic in Elgin, IA. Our Elkader location has a large animal haul in facility and a full scale small animal hospital. Strawberry Point is a small animal exclusive vaccine clinic, and the Elgin location has a full scale small animal hospital and up to date equine equipment. Large animal work is a solid mix of cow/calf and feeder cattle, dairy herds ranging from 30-800 cows, and a growing equine clientele with tons of opportunity! 

On call will be split between all doctors. Truck and box are provided as well as a competitive salary and benefits package. Future buy-in potential is also available. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working and team-oriented individual who is engaged in advancing the practice and themselves. We are a youthful, innovative, and energetic group of veterinarians with an excellent support staff and friendly work environment. 

Training Required

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with the ability to be licensed in Iowa

Experience Desired

Veterinarians at all career stages are encouraged to apply

Details & Benefits

  • Salary is commensurate with experience
  • Stocked practice vehicle
  • Professional Dues: 3 per year
  • Professional liability provided
  • CE Allowance: $3000 biennial
  • PTO: 15 days/year
  • Full Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, Accident, + more!)
  • 401K with employer match (after 90 days)
  • Up to eight weeks PAID parental leave* (after 6 months)
  • Accelerated ownership opportunity with our Associate Equity Program!

*6 weeks paid medical recovery time for birth mothers + 2 weeks paid bonding time for all parents

Species Served (%)

Bovine Beef 15%, Bovine Dairy 15%, Equine 15%, Small Ruminant 5%, Small Animal 50%

Facilities/Equipment Provided

Small animal:

  • IDEXX Procyte, Catalyst, Sedivue
  • New digital xray
  • New ultrasound 
  • Dental equipment 

Large animal:

  • Haul-in facility
  • 3 portable cattle chutes
  • 1 portable horse stock (New) 
  • Fully stocked truck and box 

Other Personnel

  • 1 Assistant Practice Manager
  • 1 Lead technician
  • 3 Veterinary technicians
  • 1 part time receptionist
  • 1 part time janitorial staff member 

Practice strengths and emphasis of the business

Customized mentorship plans in a family-friendly work environment!

We excel at modern small animal medicine utilizing up-to-date medicine, equipment and medications. 

Well-known for equine medicine and our extensive knowledge. 

Practice Area

VACC is in the beautiful Driftless region of Northeast Iowa in close proximity to the Mississippi River Valley--Kayaking, hiking, hunting, fishing!

Family friendly area with exceptionally safe towns and schools.

Located 1 hour from Dubuque, 1 hour from Cedar Rapids, 1 hour from Waterloo. 

Veterinary Associates of Clayton County has partnered with Heritage Vet Partners (HVP), the nation's leading veterinary partnership for mixed and large animal practices. HVP values the legacy and customer relationships that practices have built and aims to enhance that foundation with exceptional support. 

Together, we can better meet the changing needs of our customers and the industry. Partner practices and veterinarians share in HVP's success through stock ownership while maintaining existing leadership and culture. 

HVP currently has multiple locations throughout the US with a vast offering of practice types and specialties! Visit us at https://heritagevetpartners.com to learn more!

JOB CODE: 54 - Elkader