Veterinarian Jobs in Montana

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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Flexible scheduling is available, supporting both full-time and part-time veterinarians, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance....

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Associate Veterinarian

  • Animal Blessings Pet Hospital
  • Missoula, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 3 days ago

Animal Blessings Pet Hospital is adding a veterinarian to our team!...

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Associate Veterinarian

  • Grant Creek Veterinary Services
  • Missoula, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 3 days ago

Veterinarians with 3+ years of clinical experience who are confident in soft tissue surgery and dentistry are encouraged to apply....

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Associate Veterinarian

  • All West Veterinary Hospital
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 3 days ago

All West Veterinary Hospital is growing, and we're looking for an associate veterinarian to join our collaborative mixed animal practice in beautiful Bozeman, Montana....

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Equine Veterinarian

  • All West Veterinary Hospital
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 3 days ago

All West Veterinary Hospital is growing, and we're looking for an Associate Equine Veterinarian to join our collaborative mixed animal practice in beautiful Bozeman, Montana....

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Clinical Veterinarian I

  • Charles River Laboratories
  • Hamilton, MT
  • 13 days ago
  • Hamilton, MT
  • 13 days ago

Job Overview The Clinical Veterinarian (Hamilton, MT) is responsible for providing veterinary clinical care and research support as well monitoring colony health care for animals used the NIAID contract...

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Veterinarian Part Time

  • Pruyn Veterinary Hospital
  • Missoula, MT
  • 28 days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 28 days ago

Looking for a part time or relief Veterinarian role in a well-established veterinary hospital? Pruyn Veterinary Hospital in Missoula, MT would love to have you!...

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Associate Veterinarian - Bigfork, MT

  • Blue River PetCare
  • Bigfork, MT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bigfork, MT
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Bigfork Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our established, full-service practice in Bigfork, Montana....

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Associate Veterinarian

  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Butte, MT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Butte, MT
  • 45+ days ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent Licensure in good standing to practice in Montana state, or the ability to obtain A commitment to practicing the highest...

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Associate Veterinarian

  • National Veterinary Associates
  • Missoula, MT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 90+ days ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university....

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Associate Veterinarian

  • Petco Animal Supplies Inc
  • Billings, MT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 90+ days ago

Education/Experience Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school....

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in Montana

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 Montana offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.7%
High School or GED
14.4%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Master's Degree
5.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Some College
1.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians in Montana
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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