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.

Animal Clinic Inc. – Full-Time DVM (Veterinarian)

Location: 408 Highland Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Clinic Website: https://iowacityanimalclinic.com/

About Us

Animal Clinic Inc., has long been a pillar of veterinary care for Iowa City and surrounding communities. We’re a well-established small-animal practice offering a comprehensive range of services, including dental care, digital radiology, ultrasound, surgical and therapy lasers, acupuncture, wellness care, and more.

Our team is led by experienced DVMs (Drs. Welter, Gaeth, and Gay), supported by a skilled crew of veterinary technicians and administrative staff—currently including three full-time veterinarians and three licensed vet technicians. We pride ourselves on being thoughtful, high-touch, client-educating, family-oriented practitioners.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Full-Time Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) to join our collaborative veterinary team at Animal Clinic Inc. in Iowa City. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on clinical experience and a passion for providing exceptional care to companion animals.

Experience & Qualifications

• Must hold an active DVM license in good standing.

• Experience required—candidates with 2+ years of clinical practice are preferred.

• Strong diagnostic, surgical, and therapeutic skills across a variety of small animal medical conditions.

• Excellent communication skills and a client-education mindset.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an experienced team.

Why Join Us?

• Become part of veterinary excellence in Iowa City.

• Work in a full-service clinic equipped with modern diagnostic and therapeutic tools, including in-house lab, digital radiology, ultrasound, surgical and therapy lasers, and acupuncture services.

• Supportive, team-oriented environment with experienced leadership.

• Opportunity to educate and build long-term relationships with clients and patients.

• Work in a welcoming, inclusive clinic embedded within a vibrant, culture-rich community.

Animal Clinic Inc. is committed to veterinary excellence and compassionate care. We look forward to welcoming an experienced veterinarian who shares our passion and vision!

• 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.

• 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.

• 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