Description & Requirements
Description & Requirements
As a member of our team, you will find a supportive environment where your career can truly grow. We prioritize the development of our teammates, offering mentorship and opportunities to succeed in various medical interests, from internal medicine to acupuncture and chiropractic care. Our culture is built on personal connections and community involvement, ensuring you feel valued and empowered. This is a chance to advance your skills alongside experienced teammates who share your passion for animal health.
Beyond the clinic, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle in Bemidji, the First City on the Mississippi. This vibrant college town offers an ideal work-life balance with access to over 400 lakes and miles of scenic trails. Whether you enjoy world-class fishing on Lake Bemidji or exploring the Mississippi headwaters, the area provides endless recreation. Choosing a career here means embracing a welcoming community and a nature-filled environment where you can truly love where you live.
Additional Hospital Information & Who We are Looking For:
• Interest In: Small-animal general practice, preventative care, wellness exams, soft tissue surgery, orthopedic surgery, dental care, senior wellness, urgent care capabilities, physical rehabilitation, chiropractic care, acupuncture, internal medicine, end-of-life care, dermatology/allergy testing, diagnostics, and boarding support services.
• Open to New Graduates or Experienced Veterinarians: This practice welcomes both new and experienced doctors! New graduates will find a supportive team ready to help build clinical confidence, while experienced veterinarians can immediately contribute meaningfully to the patient caseload and practice growth.
• Supportive, Experienced Technical Staff: A dedicated team passionate about pets and veterinary medicine, focused on quality patient care, client communication, and technical support across diagnostics, anesthesia, dental and surgical procedures, and urgent care workflows.
• Layout Specifics: A comprehensive, well-equipped facility providing routine and advanced medical care options including surgery suites, treatment areas, rehabilitation space, boarding accommodations, and client-focused exam rooms — designed to support efficient workflows and excellent patient experiences.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Long-standing community presence since the 1940s with a team that values relationships with clients and pets, strong communication, and compassionate care for patients of all life stages.
• Patient Mix: Primarily dogs and cats, with robust preventive and urgent care cases paired with opportunities to participate in additional services (chiropractic, acupuncture, and allied disciplines) for veterinarians with those interests, making this environment ideal for doctors seeking a diverse small-animal practice.
Website: https://www.bemidjivethospital.com/
Location: 3610 Comfort Dr NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Apply today for immediate consideration! If you have the drive, passion, and medical skills we’re looking for, we’d love to meet you. For confidential consideration, please send your resume to Katie Shaffer at: katie.shaffer@mvetpartners.com
All applications and conversations are upheld with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
About Bemidji, MN
Located in northern Minnesota, Bemidji offers a high quality of life with the perfect blend of outdoor recreation, community feel, and everyday convenience. Surrounded by lakes, forests, and scenic trails, Bemidji is ideal for those who enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and all four seasons of outdoor adventure.
The city is home to a welcoming, close-knit community, a vibrant arts and music scene, local restaurants and breweries, and Bemidji State University, bringing energy and culture to the area. With a lower cost of living, minimal commute times, and excellent access to nature, Bemidji is an excellent place to build both a career and a fulfilling life outside of work.
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.
Total Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.
Financial Health
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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