Boone Veterinary Hospital

Additional Hospital Information & What We Are Looking For: Associate Veterinarian Opportunity – Boone Veterinary Hospital | Boone, IA

• Interest In: Small-animal general practice in a full-service, community-focused hospital offering a rewarding mix of preventative care, wellness exams, vaccinations, diagnostic testing, dentistry, routine and advanced surgery, pain management, and urgent medical cases during regular business hours. Doctors also have access to advanced imaging, ultrasound, cold laser therapy, canine rehabilitation, senior pet care, and compassionate end-of-life services, creating opportunities to practice comprehensive medicine while developing individual clinical interests.
• Open to New Graduates or Experienced Veterinarians – Build the Career That Fits Your Life: Whether you are a new graduate looking for a strong clinical foundation or an experienced veterinarian seeking your next professional home, we would love to connect.
• Supportive, Experienced Team: Practice alongside compassionate veterinary professionals who are committed to excellent patient care and client service. Our team supports doctors through patient handling, diagnostic testing, anesthesia and surgical assistance, dental care, rehabilitation services, treatment support, and client education, allowing veterinarians to focus on medicine and meaningful relationships.
• Advanced & Diverse Services: Boone Veterinary Hospital offers much more than routine wellness care. Our services include advanced imaging and ultrasound, in-house diagnostic testing, dentistry, routine and advanced surgical procedures, cold laser therapy, rehabilitation, pain management, and compassionate end-of-life and cremation services. This range creates a varied caseload and allows doctors to provide continuity of care from a patient’s first visit through their senior years.
• Facility & Surgical Highlights: Our full-service facility includes dedicated medical, dental, diagnostic, and surgical resources designed to support efficient, high-quality patient care. The surgical area is equipped to manage procedures ranging from routine spays and neuters to more advanced operations, with a strong emphasis on thorough preoperative evaluation, patient comfort, monitoring, pain control, and recovery.
• Collaborative, Relationship-Focused Culture: Boone Veterinary Hospital believes that exceptional medicine begins with trust. Our team prioritizes client education, preventative care, thoughtful communication, and treating every patient like a valued family member. We want our next veterinarian to bring curiosity, compassion, and fresh ideas while becoming an important part of the hospital and the Boone community.
• A Thoughtful Approach to Sustainability: The hospital has incorporated environmentally conscious practices into its daily operations, including solar energy, compostable bags, biodegradable exam gloves, and purposeful recycling efforts. It is one more way the team demonstrates its commitment to caring for patients, the community, and the world around us.
• Patient Mix: A well-rounded companion-animal caseload consisting primarily of dogs and cats, with a balance of wellness and preventative care, dentistry, surgery, diagnostic workups, rehabilitation, senior care, chronic disease management, and urgent medical needs.

New graduates will benefit from our structured, year-long mentorship program, including a dedicated Clinical Mentor whose schedule intentionally overlaps with yours so you never feel as though you are navigating cases alone. The program also includes regular mentor meetings, goal-setting and communication workshops, and hands-on learning opportunities. Before entering practice, eligible new graduates can participate in a five-day Surgical Mentorship Program with individualized instruction and approximately 20–40 procedures completed in a small-group setting, as well as a two-day Dental Wet Lab led by our own veterinary dental specialist.

Experienced veterinarians will enjoy clinical autonomy, collaboration, and continued investment in their professional interests, because learning does not stop after graduation. In addition to generous continuing education support, doctors have access to our Clinical Tracks Program, which provides complimentary, RACE-approved CE facilitated by veterinary specialists within our network.

Have a special interest? Let’s discuss how we can help make it a larger part of your everyday practice.

Location:2507 Eastgate Drive Boone, IA 50036

Whether you are preparing to begin your first role after graduation or looking for a hospital where your experience and interests will be valued, we would love to meet you.

Why Boone, IA?

Located in central Iowa, Boone offers a welcoming community, approachable pace of life, and convenient access to both Ames and the greater Des Moines area. Residents can enjoy the comfort and connection of a smaller community while remaining within reach of regional dining, entertainment, universities, airports, and cultural attractions.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to explore nearby, including Ledges State Park, the High Trestle Trail, the Des Moines River Valley, local parks, and miles of walking, biking, and recreation opportunities. The area is also known for the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad, community events, and its rich railroad history.

Whether you are looking for more space, shorter commutes, access to nature, or a community where you can genuinely put down roots, Boone provides an inviting place to build both a rewarding veterinary career and a fulfilling life outside of work.

All applications and conversations will be handled with the utmost discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities and Benefits How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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