Careers

About the Role

Veterinarian Opportunity – Emergency Variety with Daytime Hours!
Bright Eyes & Bushy Tails Veterinary Hospital | Iowa City, IA

If you’re drawn to the excitement of emergency medicine but want the stability of regular business hours, Bright Eyes & Bushy Tails Veterinary Hospital and Emergency Service has the perfect role for you!

We are an AAHA-accredited, full-service companion animal hospital located in Iowa City, IA. Our multi-doctor team provides high-quality care to both pets and exotic animals, and we’re proud to offer a supportive, fast-paced environment with a wide variety of cases that will keep your workday exciting and rewarding.

About the Role:
We’re seeking a veterinarian to join our growing team—someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to practice progressive medicine. Whether you're an experienced clinician or a recent graduate, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills while working alongside a seasoned and dedicated team.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Recently updated hours to promote a healthier work-life balance

• Flexible scheduling with no on-call or overnight shifts

• Choose to see emergencies only or a mix of urgent care and routine appointments

• Digital radiography (standard & dental), ultrasound, and endoscopy

• Brand-new, state-of-the-art facility

• Strong, long-tenured support team—including 7 RVTs

• 90% of staff have been with us for 8+ years

New Graduate Mentorship:
We are passionate about supporting new grads! You’ll receive:

• A structured mentorship and orientation program

• One-on-one surgical training

• Peer advisors and new grad discussion groups

• Case reviews and real-time support through Slack and Zoom roundtables

Come join a team where no two days are the same and your passion for veterinary medicine is fully supported! We’d love to meet you.

Where We Are

Why You’ll Love Iowa City:
Home to the University of Iowa and a top-tier medical and research community, Iowa City is full of life. Enjoy a vibrant downtown with amazing food, theaters, and cultural events, plus easy access to biking and hiking trails, lakes, and family-friendly activities. With a great school system and affordable living, it’s the perfect place to build a fulfilling personal and professional life. We’re also just a short drive to major cities:

• 2 hours from Des Moines

• 3 hours from Chicago

• 4 hours from St. Louis

What's In It For You

Compensation & Benefits:
We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• Generous base salary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid parental leave

• 401(k) with employer match

• Continuing education (CE) allowance + paid CE time

• Vacation and holiday pay

• Professional dues and liability coverage

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• A supportive, family-friendly team culture