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Red Bridge Animal Clinic
Kansas City, Missouri

Veterinarian - Kansas City, MO

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Who We Are

Red Bridge Animal Clinic is seeking a dedicated and skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established practice in Kansas City, Missouri.

With over 60 years of service to the community and a long-standing reputation for compassionate, high-quality veterinary care, we offer an exceptional opportunity for a motivated DVM to join a collaborative and experienced team.

Whether you’re a seasoned DVM or a recent graduate, we offer a welcoming environment where you can grow and thrive.

Practice OverviewRed Bridge Animal Clinic operates out of a free-standing facility in South Kansas City, just one mile south of I-435 and near the Kansas-Missouri state line. Our clinic includes:

  • Five exam rooms
  • Dual-table surgical suite
  • Spacious treatment area with two islands and a lift table
  • Two dedicated hospitalization zones
  • Technology & Equipment
  • Digital radiology
  • Two dental units and digital dental radiography
  • Two ultrasound units
  • CryoPen and Pulsed Signal Therapy (PST)

In-house IDEXX Lab Equipment

Team & CultureOur team is comprised of four Veterinarians, supported by four full-time and one part-time RVTs. We maintain a culture of professionalism, mutual respect, and long-term commitment—many of our team members have been with us for over 20 years! We emphasize continuity of care, clinical excellence, and a supportive work environment.

Scheduling & Flexibility

Full-time: 4 weekdays (8 a. m. to 6 p. m.), with no appointments or procedures scheduled between 12 p. m. and 2 p. m.

1–2 Saturdays per month (8 a. m. to 12 p. m.)

Part-time Candidates Will Also Be Considered

New Graduate MentorshipWe welcome new graduates and provide a structured, individualized mentorship program tailored to clinical confidence and skill level. This may include extended appointment times, direct surgical mentorship, and collaborative case management.

What's in It for You

Benefits

  • At Red Bridge Animal Clinic, we offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth:
  • Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Continuing Education (CE) coverage and PTO
  • Vacation time for work-life balance
  • Professional dues covered
  • Liability coverage for peace of mind
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • And more!

Where We Are

Our practice is located in South Kansas City, within a short drive of downtown, Westport, the Crossroads district, and major sports venues for the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. Just across the street is a popular, recently remodeled retail and dining area with restaurants, a gym, and a coffee shop—convenient amenities for both team members and clients.

If you are seeking a position with an established, supportive practice that values both patient care and work-life balance, we invite you to apply and learn more about our opportunity.

Ready to Join Our Family?

If you are a compassionate veterinarian looking for a supportive team, work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a real difference in your patients' lives, Red Bridge Animal Clinic is the place for you! We are excited to welcome a new member to our team who shares our dedication to excellent veterinary care and our passion for creating lasting relationships with our clients.

Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to patients within a collaborative team environment. Manage clinical cases and perform procedures using advanced diagnostic equipment and surgical tools.

Requirements

Must be a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). The clinic welcomes both seasoned professionals and new graduates who are seeking a supportive environment.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Surgery

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, 76% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Missouri?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $138k (middle half $123k–$155k)472 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingMissouri index 90.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Missouri84 active3,443 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 76% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMissouri healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 12% offer loan repayment100 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,282 in the last 30 days483 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
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

11 jobs · 7 employers
3
<$140k
4
$140k-160k
1
$160k
1
$185k
2
$200k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs · 7 employers
Sign-on bonus
100%
CME allowance
82%
401k / retirement match
82% this job
Relocation assistance
55%
Loan repayment
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Veterinarian - Medical Director - Relocation Assistance Available

Alliance Animal Health · Rochester, Minnesota, United States

$120k-$220k
#2

Veterinarian - Madera, CA

Vet Cor · Madera, California

$150k-$200k
#3

Veterinarian - Gloversville, NY

$130k-$185k
#4

Veterinarian - Grass Valley, CA

$130k-$160k
+ 20 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 3.9
Better work-life than 30% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,392 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • On-site

Benefits & Perks

Medical benefits (health, dental, vision)
401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
CE coverage and PTO
Vacation time
Professional dues covered
Liability coverage
Paid parental leave

Living in Kansas City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$247k
Typical market rent
$1,446/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.5
State income tax
Up to 5.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Kansas City, MO-KS metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.