Associate Veterinarian
$30,000 Sign-On Bonus Available !
Associate Veterinarian – Join Our Friendly, Supportive Team in the Heart of Minnesota's Lake Country!
Animal Care Center is on the lookout for a compassionate and motivated Associate Veterinarian to become a valued member of our team in the scenic Brainerd Lakes Area of central Minnesota. Whether you're an experienced DVM or a recent graduate eager to launch your career in a positive, encouraging environment, you'll find a true sense of belonging here.
Why Animal Care Center?
- Voted Best Veterinarian Office by our community, out of 8 nominated veterinary clinics in our area!
- Team-Focused Culture – We're proud of our high technician-to-doctor ratio and long-tenured team members, many of whom have been with us for 5, 10, even 20+ years.
- Exceptional Medicine, Collaborative Approach – As a 4-doctor small animal practice, we focus on delivering high-quality care in a setting where collaboration, mentorship, and continual learning thrive.
- Mentorship That Matters – We're passionate about guiding new grads and fostering a culture of growth and confidence.
- Amazing Clients – Our clients are loyal, trusting, and bonded with our clinic, making your day-to-day deeply rewarding.
- Flexible Scheduling – We are only open on weekdays with family friendly hours of 8-5 so our team can enjoy a better work-life balance. Doctors and technicians earn extra income on a VERY occasional on-call weekend or from 5p-10p on an occasional weeknight with a rotating schedule shared between 5 area multi doctor clinics.
Compensation:
- Competitive base salary (up to $125,000)
- Monthly production bonuses with no negative accrual
- Up to $30,000 Sign-on Bonus Available
Benefits:
- PTO - Up to 5 weeks off!
- $2,500 CE Allowance for FT DVMs and CE Specific PTO
- Generous Employee Pet Discount
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K with company match
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- HSA company contributed account
- Lakefield AVMA Membership
- Lakefield AVMA PLIT Policy
- Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&D
- Employer Paid STD and LTD
- Eligible for performance-based bonus
Ready to Love Where You Work?
Join a team that genuinely supports you and makes every day feel purposeful. For more details or to apply, reach out to Megan Cross at [email protected] or apply directly at careers.lakefieldvet.com.
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