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Mixed-Animal Associate Veterinarian – North Central Kansas - #9050

Mixed-Animal Associate Veterinarian – North Central Kansas - #9050

Join a friendly, experienced mixed-animal team in North Central Kansas as a Mixed-Animal Associate Veterinarian. Our practice is evenly split between cow/calf and companion animal/equine care, and this position will focus primarily on cow/calf and backgrounder work while still providing opportunities to see a wide variety of species.

We take pride in our cooperative, mentoring-driven environment where new associates are supported from day one. With five skilled technicians, dedicated office staff, and four seasoned veterinarians with over 45 years of combined experience, you’ll never have to handle a tough case alone. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, kindness, and high-quality medicine while keeping work enjoyable and rewarding.

We’re seeking a veterinarian who is passionate about herd health, cow/calf production, and lifelong learning. Candidates with at least one year of experience are preferred, though new graduates are encouraged to apply. You’ll be given the time, guidance, and mentorship needed to grow into your role, build confidence, and pursue your unique interests in veterinary medicine. Here, you’ll find a team that values your enthusiasm, supports your development, and genuinely enjoys coming to work each day.

About the Hospital

We are a mid-level referral hospital due to our orthopedic and soft tissue surgery capabilities, as well as our excellent facilities and resources that allow us to provide more intense care for both large and small animal patients. We see patients from all over the state of Kansas, as well as clients traveling from Nebraska. For our Large Animals, we offer an indoor Silencer Tilt Chute with scales for bovine foot work, outdoor Silencer chute with scales Portable Silencer chute with scales Calf chute, tub and alleyway OB chute for dystocias, DA’s, prolapses, exploratories, Neonatal Isolation Unit with six enclosures, two sets of sorting pens, tubs, and alleys, extensive array of Large Animal Instrumentation, Ibex Ultrasound Unit with goggle option, Equine stocks, Powerfloat Dental equipment, Portable X-ray & Ultrasound for lameness, AI instrumentation & accessories, and Nitrogen tanks for AI. For small animals, we offer five exam rooms, a dedicated euthanasia/comfort room, two surgical suites with two tables & anesthesia machines each, extensive Ortho & Soft Tissue Instrumentation, 2 Dental units (New Midmark and a SonMate), two treatment areas with a total of 3 wet tables & one foldable wall table, New VetRay digital radiology (stationary and portable), two ultrasound units (1 portable, 1 laptop), Endoscopy (can also be used for equine work), IDEXX ProCyte One, Catalyst One, and SediVue Dx Full pharmacy Hills Science Diet Inventory, a Hospitalization Ward, Isolation, and more.

Benefits:

Relocation Assistance
Company Truck with Fully-Stocked Bowie Insert, Company Fuel, and Credit Card
BCBS Health Insurance
Simple IRA with 3% Match
Employee Discount
Cell Phone Stipend
Paid Vacation Time
Emergency Compensation
Continuing Education Stipend
Professional Liability Insurance through AVMA
PLIT Dues for KVMA, AVMA, & AABP or equivalent covered
State license dues covered
Clothing stipend
Most importantly, mentorship!

Life in North Central Kansas

North Central Kansas is the kind of place that feels grounded in all the right ways. Life here moves at a steady, comfortable pace, surrounded by wide-open skies, golden fields, and a genuine sense of community that’s hard to beat. People take pride in their work, their land, and their neighborhoods, and that neighborly spirit shows up everywhere -- from local diners where everyone knows your name to Friday night ball games that bring the whole town together. The cost of living is low, the air feels fresh, and there’s plenty of room to stretch out and enjoy the quiet beauty of rural Kansas. At the same time, you’re close enough to bigger cities like Salina or Manhattan to have easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment when you want it. North Central Kansas has a timeless charm—it’s peaceful, welcoming, and the kind of place that reminds you what “home” really feels like.