Veterinarian - Heber City, UT
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Job Description
Who We Are
Wasatch Animal Clinic – Associate Veterinarian
Heber City, Utah
Wasatch Animal Clinic is a community-focused, small animal practice located in the heart of Heber City, UT, and we’re excited to welcome our next Associate Veterinarian to the team! Our four-doctor practice is supported by an experienced, dedicated staff, and we pride ourselves on maintaining a positive, collaborative environment where we genuinely enjoy working together while practicing high-quality medicine.
Our clinic offers the charm of a quaint, mountain-view setting, paired with the modern technology and tools needed to thoroughly test, treat, and care for our patients. We are also proud to be active in our community and regularly partner with the local shelter, Paws for Life.
- Why You’ll Love Working at Wasatch
- Supportive Team & Practice Environment
- 4 CVTs support the doctors, with several team members pursuing certification
- Our techs are highly engaged and utilized
- Open to veterinarians interested in surgery/dentistry, not required
- Annual anesthesia and dental training for technicians, with doctors attending
- Staff tenure ranges from 5–30 years
- Fun, respectful, and upbeat culture that values teamwork and quality medicine
- Team social events include a Christmas party and summer BBQ
- New Graduate Mentorship & Support
- Experienced veterinarians and new graduates are encouraged to apply
- Our mentorship program includes structured orientation, supportive guidance, case discussions, and a growth-focused learning environment
- Schedule & Work-Life Balance
- No after-hours, overnights, or weekends
- Full-time or part-time options available
- Surgery for half a day and appointments the other half (flexible AM/PM)
- 1-hour lunch, wellness visits 15 minutes, sick visits 30 minutes
- Admin time at the end of the day (30–60 minutes, flexible)
Full-time Schedule Options
- 3 days per week, 8:00am–7:00pm
- 4 days per week, 8:00am–5:30pm
- Open to veterinarian schedule preferences
- Technology & Equipment
- Orthopedic equipment for TPLOs and other procedures
- Electrocautery, endoscope, ultrasound, dental, and digital x-ray
- In-house IDEXX bloodwork and suction
- Large Animal Work
- 5% of caseload involves large animals: goats, sheep, pigs, horses, and cows
- Farm calls; no large animal emergencies
- Basic large animal surgery
- Competitive Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid parental leave
- Generous CE allowance, plus professional dues and liability coverage
- Vacation time
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Growth opportunities and structured mentorship program
- Live & Thrive in Heber City, UT
Heber City is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream, offering breathtaking mountain views and year-round recreation, including skiing, hiking, camping, fishing, and more. Located just a short drive from Salt Lake City, it provides the perfect balance of small-town charm and city accessibility.
Let’s Start the Conversation
If you’re looking for a supportive team, a balanced schedule, and the opportunity to practice great medicine in a beautiful setting, Wasatch Animal Clinic would love to connect. Reach out today to learn more about joining our community hospital!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care for small animals in a collaborative clinic environment. Perform occasional farm calls for large animals and participate in community outreach programs.
Requirements
The position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates who are interested in surgery and dentistry. Candidates must be willing to work in a team-oriented, community-focused practice.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 88% have no call, 86% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.7 / 10 · top 5% in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $119k (middle half $93k–$120k)26 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Utah index 98.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Utah | 51 active | 3,284 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 88% no call · 86% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,270 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+158%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Heber City, UT at Vet Cor a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,083 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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