Description
Associate Veterinarian — Join Our Team in 2027!
PetMed of Key West Veterinary Clinic | Dubuque, Iowa
Looking for a place where you can practice great medicine, keep learning, and actually enjoy coming to work?
PetMed of Key West is a locally owned, community-focused small animal practice where teamwork, mentorship, and humor are part of everyday life. We work hard, support one another, and genuinely enjoy what we do.
We primarily see dogs and cats, but for doctors who enjoy a little variety, we also care for select exotic pets — everything from geckos to kangaroos. (Exotics are completely optional and based on your comfort level and interests.)
Whether you're a new graduate looking for hands-on mentorship or an experienced veterinarian seeking a more balanced and rewarding environment, we’d love to meet you.
We offer flexible scheduling with both full-time and part-time opportunities available — because we believe your career should fit your life, not the other way around.
Compensation: Competitive base salary plus production with no negative accrual — rewarding excellent medicine without penalizing you for taking time off.
What We Offer:
4-day work week (full-time) + only 1 Saturday morning per month
Simple IRA with 3% employer match
Health insurance stipend or access to our in-house plan
Long-term disability coverage
Licensing fees and professional dues paid
Generous CE allowance
Pet care discounts for your furry, scaly, or feathered family members
3:1 staff-to-doctor ratio so you can focus on medicine, not chaos
A supportive, collaborative, low-drama team culture
We practice high-quality medicine and surgery in a modern, fully equipped facility featuring:
In-house diagnostics
Digital radiology
Ultrasound
Cold laser therapy
Visiting board-certified surgeons
Mentorship is personalized, practical, and hands-on — designed to help you build confidence, grow your skills, and develop the kind of career you actually want.
Located in Dubuque, Iowa — a vibrant Mississippi River community with affordable living, outdoor adventure, great restaurants and breweries, and an easy drive to Madison, Cedar Rapids, Chicago, and the Quad Cities.
Requirements
DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school
Eligible for veterinary licensure in Iowa
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment
Commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care
New graduates and experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply
Interest in surgery and/or exotic animal medicine is welcomed but not required
