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Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Frey Pet Hospital- Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianPart-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

Employment & setting
Part-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
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Job description

Associate Veterinarian
Frey Pet Hospital | Cedar Rapids, IA
Frey Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our AAHA-accredited team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This part-time opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who is passionate about high-quality medicine, collaborative teamwork, and exceptional patient care.
This role will primarily focus on seeing appointments within the hospital, with the opportunity to develop a surgery schedule in the future. We are looking for a veterinarian who enjoys building relationships with clients and patients and is interested in growing their role over time. Candidates with an interest or experience in orthopedics are especially encouraged to apply.
For more than 50 years, Frey Pet Hospital has been a trusted provider of veterinary care in the Cedar Rapids community, offering advanced medicine in a state-of-the-art facility designed for both patient and client comfort.
About Our Practice
Frey Pet Hospital is a full-service, seven-doctor small animal hospital committed to providing the highest standard of veterinary care. As an AAHA-accredited practice and former AAHA Small Animal Hospital of the Year finalist, we are proud to uphold rigorous standards in medicine, surgery, diagnostics, and client service.
Our modern facility is equipped with advanced technology and supported by a highly skilled team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and compassionate care.
What You’ll Do
Primarily see wellness and sick appointments within the hospital
Provide high-quality, individualized patient care
Develop strong relationships with clients through communication and education
Diagnose and manage a variety of medical cases
Collaborate with our experienced team of veterinarians and support staff
Opportunity to develop a surgery schedule in the future based on your interests, experience, and the needs of the hospital
Core Competencies
Small Animal Medicine
Preventive Care & Wellness
Diagnostic Interpretation & Case Management
Internal Medicine
Client Communication & Education
Collaborative Teamwork
Quality Patient Care
Professional Growth & Development
What We Offer
Competitive base salary
Quarterly production with no negative accrual
Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
Flexible scheduling
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA option)
Generous PTO with rollover
Paid parental leave
CE allowance plus CE days
Professional dues and PLIT coverage
Structured mentorship program
401(k) options
Pet care discounts
And more!
About Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Known as the "City of Five Seasons," Cedar Rapids offers a unique balance of big-city amenities and Midwestern charm. Residents enjoy a vibrant arts and culture scene, outstanding dining, outdoor recreation, specialty shopping, and a strong sense of community—all while benefiting from an affordable cost of living and exceptional quality of life.
Join Our Team
If you're an experienced veterinarian looking to focus on appointment-based medicine while having the opportunity to grow into a surgery schedule over time, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Frey Pet Hospital and become part of a collaborative team committed to exceptional veterinary care in Cedar Rapids.
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Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners. com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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Key Responsibilities

The associate veterinarian will primarily conduct wellness and sick appointments while providing high-quality, individualized patient care. They will also collaborate with the medical team and have the opportunity to develop a surgery schedule based on hospital needs and personal interest.

Requirements

The role requires an experienced veterinarian who is passionate about high-quality medicine and building strong relationships with clients. Candidates with an interest or experience in orthopedics are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Wellness examsClient education

Small Animal Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 70% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive Base Salary
Quarterly Production with No Negative Accrual
Sign-On Bonus
Relocation Assistance
Flexible Scheduling
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance