Veterinarian - Stoughton, WI
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Job Description
Who We Are
Associate Veterinarian at Chalet Veterinary Clinic | Stoughton, WI
Chalet Veterinary Clinic is a multi-doctor, companion animal hospital located in Stoughton, WI. For over 30 years, we’ve proudly provided high-quality medical, dental, and surgical services to dogs and cats.
We are seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our supportive, collaborative team.
About Our Hospital
We focus on comprehensive, high-quality veterinary care for canine and feline patients. Our modern facility includes:
- Dedicated radiology room
- Large surgical suite
- Digital radiography with SignalPet AI interpretation (optional radiologist consultation)
- IDEXX Catalyst, ProCyte, and Sedivue analyzers
- Zoetis Imagyst
- Ultrasound
- New electrocautery unit
- New anesthesia & patient monitoring equipment
Complete In-house Lab
We provide routine soft tissue and dental surgeries and handle emergencies on a case-by-case basis. Complex cases are referred to our trusted local ER or specialty facilities.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Our team genuinely enjoys coming to work because we get to make a difference in pets’ lives while building strong relationships with their families. We offer a supportive, team-based environment where everyone’s contributions are valued, and we celebrate both the small and big wins together.
We Enjoy Optional Team-building Activities Such As
- Community Easter egg hunts
- April Fool’s pranks
- Annual Christmas party
- Secret Santa
- Potlucks
Volunteering at Community Vaccine Clinics
Participation is always optional—join in as much or as little as you’d like.
Schedule & Role Overview
- This position is available on either a full-time or part-time basis, and we're happy to work with the right candidate to create a schedule that fits both your availability and the practice's needs.
- While the schedule is flexible, our ideal options are outlined below.
Full-Time Schedule (Preferred Option)
Flexible 4-day work week by choosing four days between Monday and Friday, with shifts from 8:00 a. m. – 5:30 p. m.
- No weekends, on-call, or after-hours responsibilities
- Willingness to occasionally cover a Saturday for PTO or planned absences is appreciated
- One surgery day per week
Part-Time Schedule (Preferred Option)
Wednesdays & Fridays, 8:00 a. m. – 5:30 p. m.
- No weekends, no on-call, and no after-hours responsibilities
- One day dedicated to appointments
- One day dedicated to surgery (soft tissue and dentistry preferred)
Surgery & Appointment Flow
Surgery caseload: 2–4 procedures per day (spays, neuters, mass removals, dentals; orthopedic procedures referred out)
Appointments
30-minute slots
~15 per full appointment day
~5–7 on partial surgery days
Built-in 12:00–1:30 p. m. lunch/catch-up time
- Our Support Team
- 3 CVTs
- 2 Veterinary Technicians
- 3 Veterinary Assistants
Each doctor is supported by a dedicated technician, with additional support available as needed. Our team has strong tenure, ranging from 2 to 25 years.
Community & Location
Stoughton is a growing community located near Madison, home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. This provides access to premier referral hospitals, specialists, and continuing education resources. Madison consistently ranks among the best U.S. cities for bike trails, locally owned businesses, green spaces, and vibrant community life.
Benefits That Matter We value the well-being of our team and offer a competitive package for our associates, including:
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Extensive mental health and wellness benefits
- Generous CE allowance and PTO
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation and holidays
- License fees and professional dues covered
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
At Chalet Veterinary Clinic, you’ll find a welcoming environment, a collaborative team, and a true work-life balance. We’d love to connect—apply today!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical, dental, and surgical care for canine and feline patients. Manage appointments and perform soft tissue surgeries while collaborating with a supportive team of veterinary technicians and assistants.
Requirements
Candidates must be qualified veterinarians capable of performing routine surgeries and managing clinical appointments. The role requires a commitment to high-quality patient care and the ability to work effectively within a multi-doctor hospital environment.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 82% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.7 / 10 · top 5% in veterinary medicine | ranked against 2,983 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $130k (middle half $115k–$135k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Wisconsin index 94.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Wisconsin | 66 active | 3,011 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 82% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Stoughton, WI at Chalet Veterinary Clinic 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 2,983 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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