At Northwoods Animal Hospital, we strive to offer sound advice and optimal veterinary care.

We provide a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. The facility includes a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite, in-house X-ray capabilities, ultrasound, ECG, blood pressure monitoring, a closely supervised hospitalization area, and indoor boarding kennels with outdoor walking areas and grooming services.

What a unique opportunity - to work in a beautiful practice and live in a stunning location. That's what Northwoods Animal Hospital has to offer! We are a 4-doctor practice utilizing multiple Certified Veterinary Technicians and veterinary assistants to serve our busy practices in three locations. Our growing, small animal practice is fortunate to support services at our primary facility in Minocqua and satellite offices in Manitowish Waters and Eagle River. Although our specialty is companion animals, we are the sponsoring veterinary practice for the Northwoods Wildlife Center so that we have opportunities to see the occasional fox, deer, or owl. There's never a dull moment here!

We enjoy a beautiful work environment that allows us to prioritize providing high-quality care. Our staff is very friendly, collaborative, and considerate, and our practice is well-equipped, which allows us to treat patients with best-in-class medicine and perform surgeries, including orthopedics and dental procedures.

We are thrilled to be adding an associate to our growing practice, continuing our legacy of serving our community. We welcome experienced doctors, ideally with an interest in client communication, surgery, and dentistry. 

Full and part-time positions available.

About life in Minocqua: The scenic Minocqua area is in Northern Wisconsin's Lake Country. Here, thousands of lakes, rivers, and streams literally saturate the geography. Vacationers have long visited Minocqua to enjoy boating, swimming, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking, bike trails, and more. With a sound school system and lower housing costs, this area is calling your name!

• Process: We want to make things easy on you! 1. Apply 2. Set up an initial call with the practice representative.  3. Schedule a visit to the practice to meet the team!  (We promise not to ask what your greatest weakness is!)
• A commitment to lifestyle focus: What is most important to you outside of veterinary medicine? We want to ensure a balance between your personal and professional priorities.
• Schedule: We offer a fixed 4-day work week and 1 Saturday a month with no on-call.
• Compensation: Let’s talk! Lay out your expectations upfront. We consider each candidate individually, taking into account their skills and experience, to offer compensation that allows you to live comfortably.
• PTO-3 weeks vacation/sick days that we don’t make impossible to use!
• Management: Maintain an open line of communication with your leadership team. You will be heard and taken seriously!
• Continued Education: Ample CE allowance and FREE internal CE opportunities, including wet labs!
• Professional growth support: Medical autonomy, support of new implementations brought to the practice, workshops, and retreats dedicated to professional development.
• Helping Hands: Have an adequate number of skilled support staff by your side, with a 1:2 doctor-to-tech/assistant ratio. Focus on your patients, and let your techs do what they do best!
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, company-paid short-term disability, 401(k), and Roth(k). If enrolled, a monthly stipend to cover your individual health insurance premium is also included.
• We’ve got you covered: Liability coverage, State Licensure dues, DEA Registration, AVMA and state VMA memberships, and any other associated memberships will also be paid for should they become due during employment.

*Part-time benefits may vary.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.

• 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.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 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.

• 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