Veterinarian Up to $150k in Sign On Bonuses! East Lawn Animal Hospital

East Lawn Animal Hospital•Fort Dodge, IA

7d•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

East Lawn Animal Hospital has serving Fort Dodge, IA, and the surrounding community for over 40 years. We are a full-service hospital and only offer the highest-quality care and compassion. Because of this, many of our clients have been coming to us for generations! We are equipped with in-house lab (IDEXX), digital x-ray, complete dental unit, and all the other tools needed to practice your best medicine. East Lawn Animal Hospital is excited to welcome an Associate Veterinarian who’s ready to grow, learn, laugh, and make a difference. Whether you’re fresh out of school or already confident in practice, we’ll meet you where you are. New Grad–Friendly & Mentor-Driven. You’ll work alongside experienced veterinarians who genuinely enjoy teaching, coaching, and helping you build confidence—at your pace. No “sink or swim” here. We offer structured mentorship, case collaboration, and support as you transition into practice. A trusted, well-established practice. We’ve proudly served the Fort Dodge community for years and have a loyal, appreciative client base. Room to grow. Explore special interests, build your skillset, or develop niche services—we’ll support your goals. True autonomy (when you’re ready). Grow into your independence with guidance and backup whenever you need it. A team that feels like family. Relaxed, collaborative, and supportive. We work hard, laugh often, and celebrate wins together.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
Appropriate state licensure.
Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
Maintain patients’ medical records.
Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.