Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC
Sign on bonus and relocation assistance available! -Veterinarian - Animal Clinic Inc.
408 Highland Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52240
On-site · Full-time · $100k–$120k (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 6, 2026
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Practice
Animal Clinic Inc. is small animal practice that has over 57 years of combined experience. We serve Iowa City and the surrounding communities and pride ourselves on being thoughtful, high touch, educating, and family-oriented practitioners.
Aside from industry leading wellness care, we have experienced all types of conditions and treatments throughout our many years. Additional equipment/services we regularly utilize are full in-house laboratory, ultrasound, digital radiology, surgical laser, therapy laser, acupuncture, and more.
Position Purpose
Animal Clinic Inc. – Iowa City, Iowa Location: 408 Highland Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52240 Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 annually Sign on bonus and relocation assistance available! Website: https://iowacityanimalclinic.com/ About UsAnimal Clinic Inc. has been a trusted cornerstone of veterinary care in Iowa City for decades. We’re a well-established small-animal practice serving dogs and cats only, known for delivering high-quality medicine with a truly personal touch. Our focus is on building long-term client relationships while providing thoughtful, compassionate care to every patient.Our services include:- Comprehensive wellness & preventative care
- Dental care
- Digital radiology
- Ultrasound
- In-house diagnostics
- Soft tissue surgery
- 4 Day schedule Monday–Friday (Day off TBD): 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Rotating Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Active DVM license in good standing (or ability to obtain)
- 2+ years of clinical experience preferred - Open to new grads for the right candidate
- Strong medical and diagnostic skills; surgical experience a plus
- Excellent communication skills with a passion for client education
- Team-oriented mindset and collaborative approach to care
- Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Available
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Modern, fully equipped hospital with digital radiology, ultrasound, and in-house lab
- Supportive environment with experienced colleagues and open communication
- Time to educate clients and build meaningful, long-term patient relationships
- A welcoming, inclusive culture in a vibrant university town
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.
Requirements/Qualifications
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
- Appropriate state licensure.
- Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
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