Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian

Carver Lake Veterinary Center | Woodbury, Minnesota

Practice Exceptional Medicine. Grow Your Career. Join a Collaborative Team.

Carver Lake Veterinary Center is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our AAHA-accredited small animal practice in Woodbury, Minnesota. We are looking for a veterinarian who is confident practicing independently, enjoys a collaborative team environment, and is excited to contribute their experience and clinical skills to a well-established hospital.

Since opening in 1996, Carver Lake Veterinary Center has been committed to providing personalized, compassionate care while building lasting relationships with pets and their families. Our collaborative team practices high-quality medicine with a strong emphasis on client education, teamwork, and exceptional patient care.

About Our Practice

Carver Lake Veterinary Center is a 4-doctor, AAHA-accredited hospital offering comprehensive care for companion animals. We provide a diverse range of services, including preventive care, dentistry, surgery, internal medicine, behavioral medicine, ultrasound, diagnostics, and grooming.

Our established client base and experienced support team allow our veterinarians to focus on providing excellent medicine while having the resources and collaboration needed to deliver high-quality patient care.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for an experienced small animal veterinarian who:

• Has several years of clinical experience in small animal medicine
• Is confident managing a diverse caseload independently
• Has strong clinical decision-making and communication skills
• Enjoys working collaboratively with other veterinarians and support staff
• Is comfortable performing routine wellness, medical, surgical, and dental procedures
• Values client education and building long-term relationships with clients
• Is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care
• Brings a positive, team-oriented approach to the hospital

Core Competencies

• Small Animal Medicine
• Preventive Care & Wellness
• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Veterinary Dentistry
• Diagnostic Medicine
• Ultrasonography
• Client Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Clinical Decision-Making
• Compassionate Patient Care

What We Offer

• Up to $150,000 base salary, based on experience and qualifications
• Quarterly production bonus with no negative accrual
• Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Flexible scheduling that promotes work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO with rollover
• Paid parental leave
• Annual CE allowance plus dedicated CE days
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid professional dues and PLIT coverage
• 401(k) match
• Employee pet care discounts

Why Woodbury?

Located just minutes from St. Paul, Woodbury offers the best of suburban living with easy access to everything the Twin Cities has to offer. Enjoy excellent schools, beautiful parks and trails, vibrant shopping and dining, and a welcoming community.

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced veterinarian looking for an established practice where you can practice high-quality medicine, collaborate with a strong team, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Carver Lake Veterinary Center and become part of a team dedicated to exceptional veterinary care and supporting the professional growth and success of its doctors.

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Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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