Veterinarian- Ankeny Veterinary Clinic- Ankeny IA

At Ankeny Veterinary Clinic, your dedication to medicine meets a mission of lifelong trust and compassion. As a full-service practice specializing in mammalian companion animals, we take pride in our reputation for excellence, reflected in our high Google rating of 4.7 stars. Our clinical focus balances reactionary care with robust preventative medicine, ensuring every patient is treated like a member of our own family.

You will find a professional environment that prioritizes high-quality animal care and fosters long-lasting relationships with every client who walks through our doors. Your professional journey is supported by a collaborative group of teammates who are committed to your success. We believe in providing an atmosphere where you can grow your clinical skills through mentorship and advanced medical resources. Whether you are looking to refine your surgical techniques or expand your knowledge in internal medicine, our practice offers the stability and encouragement needed to reach your career goals.

By joining our talented teammates, you will find the resources and support necessary to succeed in a modern, well-equipped facility. Beyond the clinic, you will discover that Ankeny offers an exceptional quality of life that perfectly complements your professional ambitions. Located just minutes from the vibrant energy of Des Moines, this growing community features over 90 miles of scenic trails, including the iconic High Trestle Trail, and beautiful recreation areas like Prairie Ridge.

You can enjoy the unique shopping and dining at The District at Prairie Trail or explore the historic charm of Uptown. This location provides the ideal backdrop for a fulfilling work-life balance in one of the most sought-after cities in the region.

• Interest In:
  Small-animal general practice including wellness exams, preventative care, diagnostics, advanced care, soft tissue and routine surgical procedures, dental care, radiographs, ultrasound, internal medicine including dermatology and endocrinology, pain management, hospice and humane euthanasia, and client education. Ankeny Veterinary Clinic offers a range of advanced services that keep daily practice engaging and clinically fulfilling.
• New Graduate or Experienced DVMs:
  Whether you're a new graduate looking for a strong foundation or an experienced veterinarian seeking your next opportunity, we'd love to connect. We recognize that every veterinarian has different career and lifestyle goals, which is why we're open to discussing full-time or part-time opportunities and creating a schedule that works for both you and our team.

will benefit from our well-developed, structured one-year mentorship program
. Your schedule will intentionally overlap with your dedicated Clinical Mentor
, so you'll never feel like you're navigating cases alone. Beyond day-to-day clinical guidance, you'll participate in regular mentor meetings, goal-setting workshops, and soft-skill coaching focused on client communication and professional development.

Before your first day in practice, you'll have opportunities to build confidence through hands-on surgical and dental wet labs
. Our 5-day Surgical Mentorship Program provides individualized learning in a small-group setting, where participants typically perform 20–40 surgeries under the guidance of experienced mentors. You'll also attend a 2-day Dental Wet Lab
, led by one of our board-certified dental specialists, to build confidence in foundational dentistry skills before entering practice.

will enjoy the autonomy, collaboration, and support to continue growing their clinical interests because learning doesn't stop after graduation. In addition to generous continuing education benefits
, you'll have access to our Clinical Tracks Program
, offering complimentary RACE-approved CE led by our own board-certified veterinary specialists. Whether your passion is surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, leadership, or another area of veterinary medicine, we'll help you continue developing the skills and interests that matter most to you.