About the Role
Associate Veterinarian or Chief of Staff | Middleton Veterinary Hospital | Middleton, WI
Middleton Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced veterinarian to join our team as either an Associate Veterinarian or Chief of Staff. Whether you're looking to continue practicing exceptional medicine as an associate, step into leadership immediately, or grow into a leadership role over time, we offer the flexibility, support, and resources to help you build the career you envision.
For veterinarians seeking additional variety, there is also an optional opportunity to split time between Middleton Veterinary Hospital and nearby Spring Harbor Animal Hospital in Madison. Prefer to practice exclusively at Middleton? That's absolutely an option, too.
For more than 70 years, Middleton Veterinary Hospital has proudly provided compassionate veterinary care to pets and their families in the Middleton community. Our practice is built on compassion, collaboration, laughter, and a genuine commitment to supporting one another—both professionally and personally.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Join a tenured team, with team members celebrating more than 32 years with the practice
- Work alongside an experienced support staff that includes 6 CVTs
- Practice in a collaborative environment where every team member is respected, celebrated, and encouraged to be themselves
- Enjoy work-life balance with no weekends, no late nights, and no team members working more than 40 hours per week
- Flexible scheduling available, with doctors typically working 3-4 weekdays from 8 am-5 pm
- Enjoy monthly celebrations for birthdays, anniversaries, and just about any other reason to gather and have fun—because free food and laughter make every month better
- Work with a team that embraces individuality, values humor, and truly enjoys spending time together
- Share your workdays with our beloved clinic cat, Jelly, who takes her sunbathing responsibilities very seriously
Leadership Opportunity
We're excited to speak with veterinarians interested in:
- Joining as an Associate Veterinarian
- Stepping directly into a Chief of Staff role
- Starting as an Associate and growing into leadership
Doctors interested in leadership will have access to our leadership training program and will partner closely with our highly experienced Hospital Manager, a CVT with more than 12 years of leadership experience.
Practice Highlights
- Full-time opportunity with flexible scheduling options
- Optional split schedule between Middleton Veterinary Hospital and Spring Harbor Animal Hospital
- Gold Certified Feline Friendly Practice
- Team members certified in Low Stress Handling techniques
- Approximately 12-15 appointments per doctor per day
- Appointment lengths designed to support high-quality medicine:
- New patient/new client appointments: 40 minutes
- Wellness appointments: 30 minutes
- Sick appointments: 40 minutes
- Recheck appointments: 20 minutes
- Dedicated surgery time available, with doctors performing surgery typically scheduled for 1-2 surgery days per week
- Strong support staff model with one dedicated technician plus additional technical support for each doctor
Community Involvement
Giving back is an important part of who we are.
- Proud sponsor of the Middleton Police Dog program
- Team members actively support Angel's Wish rescue efforts
- Dedicated "Angel Fund" helps provide medical care for pets whose families are experiencing financial hardship
- Ongoing fundraising efforts allow us to continue supporting pets and the people who love them
Facility & Equipment
Our stand-alone hospital features:
- Four exam rooms
- Two treatment areas (including both open-concept and private spaces)
- Dedicated dental suite
- Surgical suite
- Digital radiography
- Ultrasound
- Idexx Cardiopet ECG
- Tonopen
- Dentalaire dental equipment
- Separate canine and feline hospitalization areas
- Fenced outdoor space connected to the canine ward
We continue to invest in our hospital, with recent updates to our canine ward and exciting renovations planned for our treatment areas, surgery suite, feline ward, dental suite, and additional hospital spaces.
What We're Looking For
- We're seeking a veterinarian who values collaboration, compassionate medicine, and strong client relationships.
- A commitment to performing surgery is required for this role, with doctors typically scheduling 1-2 dedicated surgery days each week.
- Most importantly, we're looking for someone who wants to become part of a welcoming, supportive team that prioritizes exceptional patient care while genuinely enjoying the work they do every day.
Why Middleton?
Located just outside Madison, Middleton offers small-town charm with easy access to all the amenities of Wisconsin's vibrant capital city. Residents enjoy beautiful parks, extensive biking and walking trails, outstanding dining, and a welcoming community atmosphere—making it an exceptional place to build both your career and your life.
Our Outstanding Benefits
- 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)
Join a hospital where your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritized, and your career can grow alongside an exceptional team.
