Veterinarian

Veterinarian – General Practice – Cedar Rapids, IA
📍Address: 1031 Kacena Road, Hiawatha, Iowa 52233

Petersen Pet Hospital is hiring a part-time or full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our team! Whether you’re an experienced clinician or a recent graduate, you’ll find a supportive environment that values collaboration, growth, and having fun while providing exceptional patient care.

What to Expect:

• Sign-On/Bonus and/or Relocation assistance  


• Schedule: Full-time or Part-time available


• Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm; Saturday: 8:00am – 12:00pm; Sunday: Closed

Why You’ll Love Working Here: 

• Work-Life Balance: We value a healthy work-life balance for our staff with flexible schedules and paid time off.


• Collaborative Culture: We believe the best medicine is practiced together. Your ideas and input truly matter here, and our supportive, team-driven environment empowers everyone to contribute to outstanding patient care.


• Top-Tier Medicine: Practice your best medicine with the autonomy and support you need to provide individualized care. As an AAHA-accredited, Fear-Free practice, we’re committed to the highest standards in veterinary medicine.


• A Growing, Well-Respected Hospital: Known for our strong reputation and community involvement, our well-established and expanding practice provides the perfect environment to grow your caseload and build lasting relationships with clients.


• Continuous Learning & Mentorship: We’re committed to developing our doctors through consistent training, mentorship, and collaborative learning. New graduates will gain well-rounded, hands-on experience in medical, surgical, and dental care, as well as in treatment planning and client communication.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with employer match (up to 3.5%)


• Paid time off


• Generous CE allowance


• Student loan assistance


• Paid professional dues & license fees (state license, DEA registration, AVMA PLIT, & professional memberships: AVMA, IVMA, VIN, etc.)


• Lab coats provided


• Pet care discounts


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Partnership Opportunities: Looking to take the next step in your career? Our buy-in partnership program offers ownership benefits while allowing you to maintain clinical autonomy.

About Us: Petersen Pet Hospital is a full-service, AAHA-accredited small animal hospital located in Hiawatha, Iowa, a suburb of Cedar Rapids. Our 9500 sq ft, state-of-the-art facility (winner of the Iowa Merit Award in the DVM360 Hospital Design contest in 2019) is fully equipped with all the bells and whistles, including laparoscopic tools, EKG, digital radiology, ultrasound, laser technology, and an in-house lab. Led by Dr. Petersen, Dr. Saunders, and Dr. McGinty, our veterinarians are backed by a highly skilled team that is enthusiastic about veterinary medicine and works hard to create a warm, inviting, and comfortable environment. 

Our Culture & Values: At the heart of our practice are our core values: Integrity, Honesty, Flexibility, Compassion, Accountability, and teamwork. Our team thrives in a supportive, high-tech environment with a strong staff-to-doctor ratio, while our clients choose us for our trusted reputation and genuinely compassionate care.

Requirements: 

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited institution


• Valid veterinary license in the state of Iowa

At Petersen Pet Hospital, we are proud to foster an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming environment—for our team, our clients, and our community.