Veterinarian

An excellent opportunity is available for a Veterinarian in Mankato, MN. Join an AAHA-accredited mixed-animal hospital offering a varied caseload, excellent clinical resources and the flexibility to develop your career around your individual interests.

With a 4-day work week, clinical autonomy and production opportunities with no negative accrual, this position provides an attractive combination of earning potential, professional development and work-life balance. Veterinarians benefit from an experienced support team and structured mentorship while having the opportunity to work with companion animals, large animals or a combination of both.

The HospitalThis established AAHA-accredited, full-service mixed-animal hospital provides comprehensive care across companion-animal and large-animal medicine within a collaborative, team-focused environment.

Veterinarians work alongside experienced veterinary technicians and client-service professionals, with strong clinical systems and extensive in-house resources helping doctors manage cases efficiently.

Clinical services, equipment and capabilities include:•Comprehensive wellness and preventative medicine•Companion-animal medicine•Large-animal medicine•Internal medicine and diagnostic workups•Companion-animal urgent care during clinic hours•Large-animal emergency services•Routine and general soft-tissue surgery•Comprehensive dentistry and oral healthcare•Digital diagnostic radiography•Digital dental radiography•In-house laboratory testing•On-site pharmacy•Therapeutic laser•Surgical laser•Anesthesia and patient monitoring•Pain management•Client education and preventative-care planning•Experienced veterinary technician support•Dedicated client-service professionals•Collaborative case management•Structured mentorship•Continued professional developmentThe mixed caseload provides excellent opportunities to develop a broad clinical skill set, while veterinarians can also shape their role around particular areas of interest. Companion-animal urgent cases are managed during regular clinic hours, while the hospital maintains 24/7 support for large-animal emergencies.

The RoleYou'll manage a varied veterinary caseload with the opportunity to work across companion and large-animal medicine depending on your experience and interests.

•Deliver comprehensive wellness and preventative care•Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions•Perform medical workups and develop individualized treatment plans•Utilize digital radiography and in-house laboratory diagnostics•Perform routine and general soft-tissue surgery•Provide comprehensive dental care•Utilize digital dental radiography•Incorporate therapeutic and surgical laser technology where appropriate•Manage companion-animal urgent cases during clinic hours•Work with large-animal patients according to your interests and experience•Participate in large-animal emergency coverage as appropriate to scheduling and role expectations•Educate clients on diagnoses, treatment options and preventative healthcare•Maintain accurate and timely medical records•Follow appropriate controlled-substance protocols•Collaborate closely with veterinary technicians and fellow clinicians•Participate in case discussions and protocol development•Contribute to continued clinical quality improvementThe hospital encourages clinical autonomy, allowing veterinarians to make appropriate decisions for their patients while still having the support and experience of the wider medical team available when needed.

Benefits•Compensation up to $155,000 plus production•Up to $75,000 in sign-on, retention and relocation support•Production bonus opportunities•No negative accrual option•4-day work week•Clinical autonomy•Medical, dental and vision insurance•401(k) retirement plan with discretionary employer contribution•Generous paid time off•Paid holidays•Paid parental leave covering birth, adoption and foster placement•Continuing education stipend•Paid CE time•Career development support•Minnesota veterinary license reimbursement•DEA registration fee reimbursement•Professional liability coverage•Employee pet care discounts•Wellbeing resources•24/7 Employee Assistance Program•Structured mentorship•Supportive and inclusive working environment•Opportunities for continued professional development

Mankato, MNMankato offers an appealing combination of university-town energy, outdoor recreation and a manageable cost of living. As an important regional center for southern Minnesota, the city provides extensive healthcare, education, dining and entertainment options while maintaining an accessible, community-oriented feel.

Outdoor recreation is a major advantage of the area, with the Minnesota and Blue Earth rivers, numerous parks and trails, and nearby Minneopa State Park, known for its waterfalls, hiking opportunities and bison range. Minnesota State University, Mankato also contributes to a lively arts, sports and cultural scene throughout the year.

Mankato is roughly 80 to 90 miles from the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, making trips to the Twin Cities and Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport straightforward while allowing residents to enjoy more affordable housing, shorter commutes and easy access to the outdoors.