Veterinarian Jobs in Minnesota

Veterinarians play a pivotal role in the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of services oriented towards the health and welfare of animals. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Their tasks include performing surgeries, treating wounds, vaccinating against diseases, and prescribing medication. They also offer advice to pet owners on general care, medical conditions, and treatments. Further, they may work in research, teaching, and public health roles, contributing to the development and implementation of animal health policies and regulations.

Veterinarians should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and must be licensed to practice. They need a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong communication skills, as they need to explain complex medical conditions and procedures to pet owners. Compassion, patience, and good manual dexterity are also essential qualities for a veterinarian. Before becoming a veterinarian, one might start their career journey as a veterinary assistant or technician, or they may work in roles such as a laboratory animal caretaker or a pet adoption counselor. These roles provide valuable experience in handling animals and understanding their behavior, as well as exposure to the veterinary field.

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Job Description We are seeking talented and entrepreneurial Veterinarians to partner with us and become Medical Directors in a practice that we will build together....

Veterinarians and Managers who are practitioners in the prime of their careers who are willing to teach and support you to develop your interests....

General Practice (Veterinarian)

  • Lindstrom, MN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lindstrom, MN
  • 9 hours ago

An exciting opportunity is available for an additional veterinarian to join a passionate team of animal lovers!...

Associate Veterinarian - The Gentle Doctor

  • Savage, MN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Savage, MN
  • 23 hours ago

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree requiredState Veterinary Board LicenseOn the first day of employment, must be in good standing with the state(s) employed to work for WellHavenCurrent...

Professional Services Veterinarian

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 23 hours ago

Job Description We are seeking an accomplished veterinarian to support and grow the Zoetis diagnostics business with key customer accounts....

Associate Veterinarian

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a full-time veterinarian with a passion for general medicine, preventative care, surgery and dentistry....

Associate Veterinarian

  • Plymouth, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN
  • 2 days ago

Rockford Road Animal Hospital located in Plymouth, Minnesota is welcoming a part-time Associate Veterinarian to our amazing team! New grads are welcome to apply....

Pharmacovigilance Veterinarian

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 5 days ago

**REQUIREMENTS** + Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree + 3-5 years of private practice experience in a small or mixed-animal practice....

Emergency Veterinarian

  • Apple Valley, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Apple Valley, MN
  • 5 days ago

Emergency Veterinarian Lakefield Veterinary Group - 2.9 Apple Valley, MN Job Details Part-time | Full-time $140,000 - $180,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Continuing education credits Disability insurance...

Veterinarian Locum

  • Duluth, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Duluth, MN
  • 9 days ago

Experience, Education and/or Training Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required. License in good standing with the applicable state veterinary board....

Veterinarian

  • Duluth, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Duluth, MN
  • 9 days ago

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine The anticipated starting base salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $130,000 to $163,000 per year, plus production....

Founding Partner & Lead Veterinarian

  • Shoreview, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Shoreview, MN
  • 11 days ago

Requirements: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Minnesota 4+ years of experience as a veterinarian required...

Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine

  • Detroit Lakes, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Detroit Lakes, MN
  • 12 days ago

Detroit Lakes Animal Hospital is seeking a full or part-time licensed Veterinarian, we are a small animal, 2 doctor practice in the heart of lakes country in the small bustling town of Detroit Lakes...

Veterinarian; Private Practice - Exotics, Acupuncture, Rehab

  • Rochester, MN
  • 19 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 19 days ago

Some of the things we do include: Fostering autonomy as veterinarians; we welcome and appreciate different styles and/or perspectives of practicing veterinary medicine....

Swine Veterinarian

  • Randolph, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Randolph, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Swine Veterinarian - Advanced Animal Health Leadership Seeking an innovative Veterinarian to lead comprehensive animal health programs for a progressive pork production organization south of Minneapolis...

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in Minnesota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinarian positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinarians in Minnesota offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
High School or GED
15.1%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
1.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians in Minnesota
1-2 years
25.8%
None
19.4%
4-6 years
16.6%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
2-4 years
9.5%
10+ years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.1%
8-10 years
3.4%


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