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Mixed Veterinarian

Elko, NV · On-site

Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Nevada (or ability to obtain licensure). * Minimum of 2 years of experience in mixed animal or large animal practice preferred. * Strong ...

New Frontier Animal Medical Center

$110 - $190/hr

Kittanning Veterinary Hospital, a CareVet partner, has a tremendous opportunity to join our ... Kittanning is a mixed practice with 50% of its patients being small animal, 15% equine, and 35 ...

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital

$120 - $240/hr

Kittanning Veterinary Hospital, a CareVet partner, has a tremendous opportunity to join our ... Kittanning is a mixed practice with 50% of its patients being small animal, 15% equine, and 35 ...

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital

$110 - $150/hr

... large-animal, or mixed practice, with flexible part-time and full-time opportunities. * Your ... Holds a DVM or equivalent degree and is eligible for veterinary licensure in Maryland. Committed to ...

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How much do mixed practice veterinary jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for mixed practice veterinary in the United States is $82,725.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $83,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mixed practice veterinarian?

Mixed practice veterinarians are animal doctors who provide medical care to both small animals, like cats and dogs, and large animals, such as horses, cattle, or sheep. They are trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases in a wide variety of species. These veterinarians often work in rural or semi-rural areas, where their diverse skills are essential for serving farming communities as well as pet owners. Their work can involve clinic visits, farm calls, surgery, and preventive health care. Mixed practice veterinarians must be adaptable and knowledgeable about the unique needs of each animal type they treat.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mixed practice veterinarian?

To thrive as a Mixed Practice Veterinarian, you need a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, veterinary licensure, and strong clinical skills across both small and large animal medicine. Familiarity with diagnostic equipment, practice management software, and laboratory tools is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills are crucial for building client relationships and handling varied cases. These abilities enable veterinarians to provide comprehensive care, manage diverse patient needs, and ensure effective practice operations.

What are some typical challenges faced by mixed practice veterinarians, and how can they be managed?

Mixed practice veterinarians often face the unique challenge of managing a diverse caseload that includes both companion animals and livestock. This requires staying up to date with a wide range of medical knowledge and adapting to varied work environments, from clinics to farms. Balancing emergency calls, routine appointments, and administrative tasks can be demanding, so strong organizational and communication skills are essential. Collaborating closely with veterinary technicians, clients, and sometimes agricultural professionals helps ensure comprehensive care for all animal types.

What is the difference between Mixed Practice Veterinary vs Small Animal Veterinarian?

AspectMixed Practice VeterinarySmall Animal Veterinarian
CredentialsDoctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), licensingDoctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), licensing
Work EnvironmentClinics, farms, rural and urban settings, diverse speciesPet clinics, urban and suburban clinics, primarily small mammals and pets
Employer & IndustryVeterinary clinics, farms, mixed animal practicesPet hospitals, small animal clinics, urban veterinary practices
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Mixed Practice Veterinarians work with a variety of animals, including farm animals and pets, in diverse environments. Small Animal Veterinarians focus mainly on pets like dogs and cats in urban clinics. The key difference lies in the scope of practice and work setting, with mixed practice offering broader animal care experience.

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Infographic showing various Mixed Practice Veterinary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,725 per year, or $39.8 per hour.

Mixed Animal Veterinarian

Global Talent Partners Veterinary

Independence, KS • On-site

$126 - $154/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 hours ago

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Job description

Mixed Animal Veterinarian

J887862 Independence Kansas USD140K/ Year

Global Talent Partners is excited to present an excellent opportunity for a Veterinarian to join a long-established veterinary hospital in Independence, Kansas.

This position provides considerably more clinical variety than a traditional companion animal role. The hospital cares for dogs and cats alongside large animals, equine patients, pocket pets and exotics, giving veterinarians the opportunity to build a caseload around their own interests.

Whether you're passionate about small animal medicine and surgery or would like to develop experience across mixed animal practice, this is an excellent environment in which to continue building your veterinary career.

About the Practice

This well-established veterinary hospital has been serving the southeastern Kansas community for more than 50 years and has developed a loyal client base across the surrounding region.

The hospital provides comprehensive care for companion animals, large animals and exotic pets, creating an unusually diverse clinical environment.

Services and clinical capabilities include:
  • Wellness and preventative medicine
  • Comprehensive physical examinations
  • Puppy and kitten healthcare
  • Vaccinations and parasite prevention
  • Internal medicine
  • Radiography
  • State-of-the-art in-house laboratory testing
  • Comprehensive dentistry
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Select orthopedic procedures
  • Gastrointestinal surgery
  • Ophthalmic procedures
  • Tumor removals
  • Bladder stone surgery
  • Anesthesia and patient monitoring
  • Therapeutic laser therapy
  • Pain management
  • Senior and geriatric medicine
  • Nutritional counseling
  • Urgent and emergency care
  • Fully stocked on-site pharmacy
  • Pocket pet and exotic medicine
  • Boarding
  • Hospice and end-of-life care

The hospital features a dedicated surgical suite capable of supporting a broad range of procedures. Alongside routine surgery, doctors have the opportunity to manage more involved cases including gastrointestinal procedures, ophthalmic surgery and selected orthopedic cases such as amputations and femoral head ostectomies.

In-house laboratory capabilities allow doctors to obtain diagnostic results quickly, while radiography and additional diagnostic resources support efficient medical workups.

Mixed & Large Animal Opportunities

One of the biggest differentiators of this opportunity is the variety available beyond traditional companion animal medicine.

For veterinarians interested in mixed or large animal practice, the hospital provides services including:

  • Large animal wellness and preventative care
  • Equine medicine
  • Cattle medicine
  • Farm calls
  • Herd health programs
  • Large animal obstetrics
  • Equine dental floating
  • Coggins testing
  • Reproductive services
  • Semen evaluation

Doctors can therefore experience a genuinely varied working day, potentially moving between companion animal consultations and surgery, livestock medicine, equine cases and even exotic patients.

A current veterinarian at the hospital has particular interests in small animal surgery and cow-calf production medicine, reflecting the breadth of cases the practice is equipped to manage.

The Opportunity

As a Veterinarian, you'll have the flexibility to develop a caseload that reflects your experience and clinical interests.

You’ll benefit from:
  • Long-established veterinary hospital
  • Companion animal medicine
  • Large animal and livestock opportunities
  • Equine medicine
  • Exotic and pocket pet medicine
  • Farm calls
  • Broad surgical caseload
  • Select orthopedic procedures
  • In-house laboratory diagnostics
  • Radiography
  • Therapeutic laser
  • Dedicated surgical facilities
  • Urgent and emergency case exposure
  • Clinical autonomy
  • Experienced veterinary colleagues
  • Skilled veterinary support staff
  • Opportunities to develop individual clinical interests
  • Supportive environment for professional development

Veterinarians who prefer companion animal medicine can focus primarily on dogs and cats, while doctors interested in mixed practice can take advantage of the hospital's extensive large animal and exotic caseload.

The practice welcomes both experienced veterinarians and recent graduates, with an emphasis on teamwork, continuous learning and providing doctors with opportunities to continue expanding their clinical skills.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary up to $140,000, depending on experience
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Continuing education support
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Veterinary licensing and professional support
  • Paid time off
  • Opportunities to develop individual clinical interests
  • Supportive veterinary and technical team
  • Long-term career development opportunities
Life in Independence, KS

Independence offers a relaxed southeastern Kansas lifestyle with affordable living, short commutes and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy local parks, walking trails, recreation facilities and attractions such as Riverside Park and the historic Ralph Mitchell Zoo, along with opportunities for fishing, hiking, kayaking, hunting and rural living.

The city provides convenient access to restaurants, shops, schools and community events without the traffic or higher costs of a major metropolitan area.

Its southeastern Kansas location also makes weekend travel to destinations across Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri and Arkansas straightforward, making Independence an excellent choice for veterinarians seeking mixed animal medicine, outdoor living and a close-knit community.

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Benefits

Competitive Salary , Life insurance , Medical insurance , Dental Insurance , Fear Free Practice , 401k

Global Talent Partners is excited to present an excellent opportunity for a Veterinarian to join a well-established companion animal hospital in Independence, M

Global Talent Partners is representing a thriving mixed-animal practice in search of an Associate Veterinarian.

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