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How much do associate veterinary insurance jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate veterinary insurance in the United States is $130,170.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $165,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate veterinary insurance professional?

To thrive as an Associate in Veterinary Insurance, you need a solid understanding of insurance principles, knowledge of veterinary terminology, and preferably a background in animal health or insurance-related education. Familiarity with insurance management software, claims processing systems, and CRM tools is often required, along with relevant certifications such as AINS (Associate in General Insurance). Strong analytical abilities, customer service orientation, and effective communication skills help associates excel when liaising with clients and veterinary professionals. These competencies ensure accurate claims processing, client satisfaction, and compliance within the specialized field of veterinary insurance.

What is the difference between Associate Veterinary Insurance vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectAssociate Veterinary InsuranceVeterinary Technician
Required CredentialsInsurance licensing, knowledge of veterinary policiesVeterinary technician certification (CVT, LVT, RVT)
Work EnvironmentInsurance offices, client consultations, administrative rolesVeterinary clinics, hospitals, animal care facilities
Employer & Industry UsageInsurance companies, pet health plansVeterinary clinics, animal hospitals
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

While Associate Veterinary Insurance professionals focus on pet insurance policies and client education within insurance companies, Veterinary Technicians work directly with animals in veterinary clinics, providing medical care. Both roles require specialized knowledge, but their work environments and primary responsibilities differ significantly.

What does an associate veterinary insurance professional do?

An Associate Veterinary Insurance professional assists with processing insurance claims related to veterinary services, helps pet owners understand policy coverage, and works with veterinary clinics to ensure accurate claim submissions. They may review medical records, verify eligibility, and communicate with both clients and insurance providers. Their role is essential in making sure that pet owners receive the benefits they are entitled to and that claims are processed efficiently and accurately.

What are the main challenges an associate veterinary insurance professional might face when working with clients and veterinary providers?

As an Associate Veterinary Insurance professional, a common challenge is effectively communicating complex policy details to pet owners who may be unfamiliar with insurance terminology. Additionally, you may need to navigate sensitive conversations regarding claims denials or coverage limitations, which requires empathy and strong problem-solving skills. Collaborating with veterinary clinics to gather accurate medical records and clarify treatment details is also key, as timely and precise documentation is critical for claim processing. Developing trust with both clients and veterinary partners is essential for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Associate Veterinary Insurance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,170 per year, or $62.6 per hour.

Postdoc Research Associate - Veterinary Field Services

Iowa State University

Ames, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Iowa State University rating

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description

Position Title:Postdoc Research Associate - Veterinary Field ServicesAppointment Type:Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The position emphasizes training in food animal medicine, with a substantial focus on bovine health and production systems, including both beef and dairy cattle. The selected candidate will gain production medicine-based clinical experience and have opportunities to participate in applied research activities. The primary work will be with the Veterinary Field Services unit, with opportunities to collaborate with and gain additional clinical and diagnostic experience through the ISU Food Animal and Camelid Hospital and the ISU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.

This position is designed to support candidates pursuing board certification as a Beef Cattle Diplomate or Food Animal Diplomate through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) and to provide advanced clinical, teaching, and research experience for careers in academia, food animal practice, and veterinary clinical scholarship.

Responsibilities include active participation in ambulatory food animal care through ISU Veterinary Field Services; involvement in the clinical instruction of veterinary students within the professional DVM program; participation in applied research in food animal medicine; and development of observational research studies, such as case reports and case series, to support scholarly productivity and ABVP board certification.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

  • DVM or equivalent veterinary degree by the start date of employment.
  • Possession of, or eligibility to obtain by the start date of employment, a State of Iowa veterinary license and Category II accreditation through the USDA National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP).
  • Possession of, or eligibility to obtain by the start date of employment, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and State of Iowa controlled substance registration.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to meet University requirements for authorization to operate University vehicles by the start date of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • One year of clinical experience in a food animal veterinary practice or comparable clinical food animal setting.
  • Demonstrated experience working effectively with herd managers, animal care providers, and/or students at various levels of training.

Department/Program & College Description:

The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine Food Animal and Camelid Field Services provides on-farm services to livestock producers in the general Ames area. Equipped with four fully stocked mobile veterinary trucks and eight full-time clinicians, Veterinary Field Services provides individual animal and herd health veterinary care for beef, dairy, swine, sheep, goats, and camelids (alpacas and llamas).

The Field Services unit serves to educate veterinary students on farm animal medicine while providing high-quality veterinary services to local producers. Our services provide students with additional hands-on training in best practices for management of a wide variety of clinical cases to help prepare them for their future veterinary careers.

Department Unit/Website:
Veterinary Field Services - Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center


Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

This is a one-year term position with the possibility of renewal. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

  • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
  • Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
  • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Various voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellbeing program
  • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Proposed Start Date:July 1, 2027Number of Months Employed Per Year:Time Type:Full timePay Grade:Post DocsOriginal Posting Date:July 17, 2026Posting Close Date:September 25, 2026Job Requisition Number:R19565

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

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