Veterinarian - Baraboo, WI
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Job Description
Who We Are
Join our AAHA-Accredited Team – Part-Time | Near Madison, WI
Hill-Dale Veterinary Care is seeking an enthusiastic Veterinarian to join our well-established, AAHA-accredited small animal practice in Baraboo—just 10 minutes from Wisconsin Dells (the “Waterpark Capital of the World”), 45 minutes from Madison, and 1.5 hours from Milwaukee.
With over 50 years of service and deep community ties, we’ve built a loyal client base and a tenured, close-knit team that truly enjoys working together. Our culture is rooted in collaboration and celebrating each other’s wins—including two beloved four-legged team members, Seamus O’Davis (our resident small fry) and Sean O’Connery (our three-legged spy), who found their forever home with us.
- Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Strong technician support – 5 CVTs + 2 assistants (typically 2 CVTs per doctor)
- Manageable caseload – ~12–16 patients/day with 30-minute appointments
- True lunch break – 1-hour lunch + 30 minutes of admin time during slower seasons
- Thoughtfully designed space – 5 exam rooms, surgery suite, and separate dental area
- Feline-friendly approach – separate cat exam room and hospital suite
- Low-stress handling approach – support better patient care and team experience
- Weekly team collaboration – Monday meetings + regular lunch & learns (often CE eligible)
- Low turnover, highly tenured team – leadership and staff with 10+ year tenure
- Advanced Diagnostics, Treatment & Technology
- We are a tech-forward, fully equipped hospital that continues to invest in advanced care, including:
- Full Idexx in-house lab suite (ProCyte, Catalyst, Sedivue, SNAP, UA Analyzer, coagulation)
- Digital radiography + digital dental radiographs
- Ultrasound, Tono-Pen, Companion Therapy Laser
- AI-assisted SOAP notes (used by the entire team for 18+ months)
- We also offer specialist collaboration without referral delays:
- Internal medicine, neurology, and surgery specialists travel onsite
- Access to advanced surgical procedures (including TPLOs)
- A Schedule That Works for You
- Part-time options (2 days per week)
- 7:30am–5pm typical hours
Rotating Evening Coverage
- Monday: 5–6pm
- Thursday: 5–8pm
- No weekends, no on-call, no after-hours
- We’re flexible and happy to tailor schedules based on your preferences.
- What You’ll Practice
- 100% small animal (canine/feline), with optional exotics if interested
- Strong focus on dentistry (4–5 dentals/week) and preventative care
- Opportunities to explore behavior and advanced procedures
- Rooted in Community
We’re Proud to Support Organizations Like
- Sauk County Humane Society
- International Crane Foundation
- GRROW (Golden Retriever Rescue of Wisconsin)
Live Where Others Vacation
- Located in the scenic Baraboo Bluffs, Baraboo offers the perfect mix of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Spend your time off exploring:
- Devil's Lake State Park (just 5 minutes away)
- International Crane Foundation (10 minutes away)
- Hiking, boating, camping, and nearby skiing
- A vibrant downtown with local shops, restaurants, and arts
Known as a historic “Circus City,” Baraboo is home to the Circus World Museum and the iconic Al. Ringling Theatre—often called “America’s Prettiest Playhouse.” All while being just minutes from Wisconsin Dells and within easy driving distance of Madison and Milwaukee.
What We Offer
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with company match
- CE allowance + Vetcor University access
- Paid professional dues & liability coverage
- Vacation, sick, and CE time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Growth opportunities
- Who We’re Looking For
- Experienced veterinarians ready to join our collaborative team
- Interest in surgery/dentistry is a plus (not required)
- A team-oriented, collaborative mindset
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Hill-Dale Veterinary Care. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where team members feel comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a strong sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their full potential.
If you’re looking for a supportive, well-equipped hospital with a positive culture, we’d love to connect. Apply today to learn more about joining Hill-Dale Veterinary Care!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care for small animal patients in an AAHA-accredited practice. Collaborate with a tenured team of technicians and specialists to ensure excellent patient outcomes and client satisfaction.
Requirements
The ideal candidate is an experienced veterinarian with a strong interest in surgery and dentistry. A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within a team-oriented environment are essential.
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, 94% have no call, 96% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 9.3 / 10 · top 5% in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $115k (middle half $93k–$130k)44 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Wisconsin index 94.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Wisconsin | 75 active | 3,298 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 94% no call · 96% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Wisconsin healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus · 6% offer loan repayment104 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,265 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+157%)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 - Baraboo, WI at Vet Cor a 9.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. 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 on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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