Veterinarian Jobs in Iowa

Veterinarians play a pivotal role in the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of services oriented towards the health and welfare of animals. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Their tasks include performing surgeries, treating wounds, vaccinating against diseases, and prescribing medication. They also offer advice to pet owners on general care, medical conditions, and treatments. Further, they may work in research, teaching, and public health roles, contributing to the development and implementation of animal health policies and regulations.

Veterinarians should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and must be licensed to practice. They need a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong communication skills, as they need to explain complex medical conditions and procedures to pet owners. Compassion, patience, and good manual dexterity are also essential qualities for a veterinarian. Before becoming a veterinarian, one might start their career journey as a veterinary assistant or technician, or they may work in roles such as a laboratory animal caretaker or a pet adoption counselor. These roles provide valuable experience in handling animals and understanding their behavior, as well as exposure to the veterinary field.

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Job Description We are seeking talented and entrepreneurial Veterinarians to partner with us and become Medical Directors in a practice that we will build together....

A well-established small animal hospital is seeking a dedicated Veterinarian to join a fast-paced, collaborative two-doctor practice....

Relief Veterinarian

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview: As a Relief Veterinarian, you will provide preventative veterinary care for dogs and cats....

Veterinarian

  • Sibley, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sibley, IA
  • 1 day ago

Sibley Veterinary Clinic, in beautiful NW Iowa, is a well-established, two-veterinarian mixed animal hospital serving all creatures great and small with top-quality medical and surgical care....

DVM Student Externship

  • Bondurant, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bondurant, IA
  • 3 days ago

Company Description Bondurant Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced multi-doctor general small animal practices located in Bondurant, Iowa with a sister clinic in Newton,...

Veterinarian (Large Animal)

  • Spencer, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Spencer, IA
  • 6 days ago

a Veterinarian to join their team!...

Veterinarian-Rehab Clinic

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Ingersoll Animal Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking a Veterinarian to join their rehab clinic, Pawsitive Strides....

Veterinarian-Rehab Clinic

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 days ago

Ingersoll Animal Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking a Veterinarian to join their rehab clinic, Pawsitive Strides....

Professional Services Veterinarian New England

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree **Required Experience and Skills:** Minimum 5 year's experience in clinical companion animal veterinary practice Ability to take complex issues and translate...

Swine Veterinarian DVM

  • Ames, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 12 days ago

: All experience levels are encouraged to apply Applicants will hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school or college...

The world has changed, so weve reimagined what it looks like to be a full-time veterinarian....

Pharmacovigilance Veterinarian

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 19 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 19 days ago

**REQUIREMENTS** + Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree + 3-5 years of private practice experience in a small or mixed-animal practice....

Veterinarian - Iowa City, IA

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 28 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 28 days ago

Experienced veterinarians and new graduates alike are encouraged to apply! If you join our team, we assure you that you will never be bored!...

Associate Veterinarian

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 45+ days ago

Requirements: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university Valid veterinary license in Iowa or the ability to obtain one Excellent communication and interpersonal skills...

Urgent Care Veterinarian

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Urgent Care Veterinarian Department: UrgentVet Hospitals Employment Type: Full Time Location: UrgentVet - West Des Moines Reporting To: Raul Cardona Description UrgentVet bridges the gap between daytime...

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in Iowa

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinarian positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinarians in Iowa offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
High School or GED
15.1%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
1.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians in Iowa
1-2 years
25.8%
None
19.4%
4-6 years
16.6%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
2-4 years
9.5%
10+ years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.1%
8-10 years
3.4%


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