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If you're interested in the thrill of emergency medicine, but want to work regular business hours, this is the opportunity for you! Bright Eyes & Bushy Tails Veterinary Hospital and Emergency Veterinary Service of Iowa City is an AAHA accredited companion animal hospital serving the Iowa City, IA area. We are a full-service, multi-doctor practice dedicated to providing quality veterinary care for all pets and exotic creatures. We are seeking a Veterinarian to join our growing team, who is interested in a work environment that offers variety from day-to-day. Get to know us!

This is an ideal opportunity for veterinarians that are interested in practicing progressive medicine in a fast-paced environment, with access to a wide array of amazing surgical cases. Experienced veterinarians and new graduates alike are encouraged to apply! If you join our team, we assure you that you will never be bored!

About The Hospital

• Recently updated hours to support a better work-life balance
• Flexible schedule with no overnight requirements
• Diverse caseload with the opportunity to see emergencies only or a combination of routine appointments and day time emergencies
• Advanced diagnostics including digital x-rays – standard and dental, ultrasound, and endoscopy
• Strong support staff including 4 RVTs
• New state-of-the-art facility

Location

Iowa City is a great place to live and work. Located in eastern Iowa, it is a very active area for lakefront recreation at Coralville Reservoir, including boating, fishing, and swimming. The downtown district offers a variety amenities, events, and experiences for everyone to appreciate. As a bustling college town and home to the University of Iowa, the area is an intellectual and cultural hub.

Mentorship

For new grads who join our team, we invest our time to ensure you get the support, time, and guidance for your first job out of vet school. Our approach to bringing new grads aboard includes:

• Structured orientation and mentorship program, including 1-on-1 surgical training.
• Opportunities for Zoom calls and round table discussions with other new and recent graduates.
• New grad peer advisors for networking and support as you navigate your first DVM position.
• Slack group discussions to connect you with experienced vets for case reviews, connection, and advice.

Benefits

We take employee well-being seriously and offer superior salary, medical benefits (including health, dental, and vision), 401(k), employee assistance program (EAP), CE allowance, vacation, dues, liability coverage, a family-friendly atmosphere, and so much more!