Associate Veterinarian - Animal Care Center at Lakefield Veterinary Group

<p><strong>Associate Veterinarian – Join Our Friendly, Supportive Team in the Heart of Minnesota's Lake Country!</strong></p> <p><a href="https://animalcarecenterbaxter.com/" target="_blank" data-cke-saved-href="https://animalcarecenterbaxter.com/"><strong>Animal Care Center</strong></a>&nbsp;is on the lookout for a compassionate and motivated&nbsp;<strong>Associate Veterinarian</strong>&nbsp;to become a valued member of our team in the scenic&nbsp;<strong>Brainerd Lakes Area</strong>&nbsp;of central Minnesota. Whether you're an experienced DVM or a recent graduate eager to launch your career in a positive, encouraging environment, you'll find a true sense of belonging here.</p> <p><strong>Why Animal Care Center?</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Voted Best Veterinarian Office 2025 by our community,&nbsp;</strong>out of 8 nominated veterinary clinics in our area!</li> <li><strong>Team-Focused Culture</strong>&nbsp;– We're proud of our high technician-to-doctor ratio and long-tenured team members, many of whom have been with us for&nbsp;<strong>5, 10, even 20+ years</strong>.</li> <li><strong>Exceptional Medicine, Collaborative Approach</strong>&nbsp;– As a&nbsp;<strong>4-doctor small animal practice</strong>, we focus on delivering high-quality care in a setting where collaboration, mentorship, and continual learning thrive.</li> <li><strong>Mentorship That Matters</strong>&nbsp;– We're passionate about guiding new grads and fostering a culture of growth and confidence.</li> <li><strong>Amazing Clients</strong>&nbsp;– Our clients are loyal, trusting, and bonded with our clinic, making your day-to-day deeply rewarding.</li> <li><strong>Flexible Scheduling</strong>&nbsp;– We are only open on weekdays with family friendly hours of 8-5 so our team can enjoy a better&nbsp;<strong>work-life balance</strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Compensation:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary&nbsp;<strong>(up to $140,000)</strong></li> <li>Monthly production bonuses with no negative accrual</li> <li><strong>Sign-on Bonus Available</strong>&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>PTO - Up to 5 weeks off!&nbsp;</li> <li>$2,500 CE Allowance for FT DVMs and CE Specific PTO</li> <li>Generous Employee Pet Discount</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program</li> <li>401K with company match</li> <li>Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance&nbsp;</li> <li>HSA company contributed account</li> <li>Lakefield AVMA Membership</li> <li>Lakefield AVMA PLIT Policy</li> <li>Voluntary Life and AD&amp;D insurance, long-term care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Employer Paid Life and AD&amp;D</li> <li>Employer Paid STD and LTD</li> <li>Eligible for performance-based bonus</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ready to Love Where You Work?</strong></p> <p>Join a team that genuinely supports you and makes every day feel purposeful. For more details or to apply, reach out to&nbsp;<strong>Megan Cross</strong>&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:[email protected]" data-cke-saved-href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>&nbsp;or apply directly at&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://careers.lakefieldvet.com/" target="_new" data-cke-saved-href="https://careers.lakefieldvet.com/">careers.lakefieldvet.com</a>.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Compensation Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$120,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$140,000 USD</span></div></div></div>