Veterinarian - Kansas City, MO
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Job Description
Who We Are
Are you a compassionate Veterinarian looking to make a meaningful impact in a well-established, compassionate practice? Barry Road Animal Hospital has proudly been serving the Kansas City community since 1991 and is seeking a dedicated DVM to join our supportive and collaborative team.
Why Choose Us?
We are more than just a veterinary hospital — we are a team that genuinely enjoys working together. Our mission is to enhance the health and wellbeing of pets and the people who care for them by creating a friendly, cooperative work environment that values growth, learning, and work-life balance.
Our Facility
Stand-alone, brightly designed building with 3 exam rooms, a fully equipped surgical suite, and a dedicated treatment area.
Advanced Diagnostics and Treatment Equipment, Including
- Digital radiography
- Digital dental radiography (performed on every COHAT)
- Ultrasound
- Companion Animal Therapeutic Laser
- Built for Supportive, Efficient Medicine
- Collaborate with 2 experienced DVMs who value teamwork and open case discussion
- Work alongside 3 RVTs in a strong 2.5:1 support staff-to-doctor ratio
Partner with an RVT highly proficient in COHATs who performs full dental radiographs, complete cleanings, and detailed dental charting
Our structure allows doctors to focus on diagnostics, treatment planning, and client communication — not getting buried in technical tasks. With skilled hands supporting you at every step, you can practice high-quality medicine efficiently and confidently.
What You’ll Love About the Role
Whether you're an experienced DVM or a motivated new graduate, we offer the support and structure to help you succeed.
Flexible Scheduling
3–4 days per week (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM) with a consistent weekday schedule with rotating Saturdays (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
- 30-minute appointment times with flexibility to extend as needed
- Open to part-time schedules
No After-Hours or On-Call Shifts
Enjoy true work-life balance with no on-call or after-hours responsibilities
Growth & Development
We welcome veterinarians who are interested in growing into a future Chief of Staff role.
Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience, confidence in foundational surgery and case management, and a desire to influence medical standards and support team development. This position offers the opportunity to combine strong clinical practice with meaningful leadership growth within an established, collaborative hospital.
Learn more about our practice here: barryroadanimalhospital.com
What's in It for You
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and career, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid licensure, dues, and professional liability coverage
- Continuing education allowance and PTO
- Paid vacation and parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Be part of a practice that values teamwork, balance, and high-quality medicine. If you're ready to bring your skills and passion to a collaborative Kansas City team, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today to start your next chapter in a supportive, established small animal practice.
Where We Are
Kansas City offers the perfect blend of Midwest charm and city energy. Known for its legendary barbecue, thriving arts and jazz scene, professional sports teams, and beautiful parks, KC provides something for everyone. With a cost of living lower than many metropolitan areas and a welcoming community atmosphere, Kansas City is an ideal place to grow both personally and professionally.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality veterinary care including diagnostics, treatment planning, and client communication. Collaborate with a supportive team of DVMs and RVTs to enhance the health and wellbeing of pets.
Requirements
Candidates should be a DVM, ideally with 2+ years of experience and confidence in foundational surgery and case management. Motivation to grow into a leadership role such as Chief of Staff is highly valued.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.1% of Missouri 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 | 6.1 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,392 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $140k (middle half $123k–$160k)444 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Missouri index 90.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Missouri | 84 active | 3,443 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 82% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Missouri healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 12% offer loan repayment100 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,282 in the last 30 days | 483 the 30 days before (+165%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +1.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Kansas City, MO at Barry Road Animal Hospital a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,392 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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