Chippewa Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital in the Dutchtown neighborhood of South St. Louis.

The Chippewa team enjoys a collaborative and supportive environment that empowers the doctors to focus on patient care and client communication. We are equipped with electronic records, digital radiography, an in-house laboratory, a therapy laser and more to come!

Our clientele is dedicated to providing quality care to their pets and we enjoy a diverse caseload allowing us to pursue interesting workups and surgeries.

Welcome to Chippewa Animal Hospital!

We’re excited to welcome a new associate veterinarian to join us in our brand-new building—a fresh space designed to match the high level of care we provide every day. Our two-doctor team is growing, and we’d love to find a collaborative, passionate DVM to become part of our close-knit crew.

To show our commitment to finding the right fit, we’re offering a $50,000 sign-on bonus to help make your transition seamless and rewarding.

Whether you're a seasoned vet or a recent graduate, you’ll be supported every step of the way. Our doctors are eager to mentor, and our veterinarian-led leadership is here to help you meet your clinical and professional goals while delivering quality, compassionate care to the St. Louis community.

Come see what makes our team special—and be part of the legacy we’re building at Chippewa Animal Hospital.

• 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.

• Competitive Compensation - All salary ranges are negotiable based on experience
• 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