Associate Veterinarian - Mixed Animal

Edgerton Veterinary Clinic is a long-established, mixed-animal practice with strong ties to the community, offering true "mixed" service (30% beef, 30% dairy, 30% small animal, and 10% equine/small ruminant).

About the role

• Full-time, Mixed-Animal Associate position
• Modern diagnostic equipment (large animal U/S, digital x-ray, Heska in-house laboratory)
• Forward-thinking culture, with an emphasis on client satisfaction
• Ability to develop clinical skills with experienced mentors
• Commitment and support to your career goals and professional growth

Team

You'll be working alongside:

• Dr. Marlin Van Schepen (Iowa State '82)
• Dr. Aren La Follete (Iowa State '93)
• Dr. Ashley Tarasar (Minnesota '15)
• Dr. Adri Tilstra (Iowa State '25)

Qualifications

• Adaptable and comfortable with days that rarely look the same
• Friendly with clients and comfortable becoming a trusted presence in a small community
• Enjoys contributing to a close-knit, collaborative team
• Brings a steady, good-humored approach to the workday
• Motivated to build lasting relationships with both clients and colleagues

Location

Edgerton is a growing, affordable small town in Pipestone County — 20 miles southeast of Pipestone and 20 miles north of Luverne, with Sioux Falls, SD about 45 minutes away. Population: 1,231 (up 19.2% since 2000). Cost of living index: 84.7 (well below the U.S. average of 100). Median home value: $138,238. Median household income: $67,389 (more than double what it was in 2000). Founded in 1876 with deep Dutch heritage, Edgerton hosts an annual Dutch Festival every July and is known for above-average public schools, low crime, and strong civic pride.

Benefits

• Full-Time Salary Range: $80,000 - $105,000
• Stocked practice vehicle
• Professional Dues: 3 per year
• Professional liability insurance provided
• CE Allowance: $3,000 biennial
• PTO: 15 days/year
• Full Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, Accident, + more)
• 401K with employer match (after 90 days)
• Up to eight weeks PAID parental leave (after 6 months)
• 6 weeks paid medical recovery time for birth mothers + 2 weeks paid bonding time for all parents
• Accelerated ownership opportunity with Associate Equity Program

About the organization

Edgerton Veterinary Clinic has partnered with Heritage Vet Partners (HVP), the nation's leading veterinary partnership for mixed and large animal practices. HVP values the legacy and customer relationships that practices have built and aims to enhance that foundation with exceptional support. Partner practices and veterinarians share in HVP's success through stock ownership while maintaining existing leadership and culture.