Lakeland Veterinary Hospital is hiring an Associate Veterinarian to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to a variety of animal patients.

Compensation

: (ProSal) from $125K-$175K– no negative accrual Bonus: Sign-on bonus relocation assistance available Schedule: 4-day workweek (7:30am – 5:00pm) Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Sunday: Closed As you join our mission to provide the highest level of veterinary care, expect to be supported in your work and personal life with: 4:1 Staff-to-Doctor Ratio: you’ll have support from experienced staff (including 3 CVT’s) that are highly utilized, allowing you to focus on what you do best: practicing medicine!

Benefits

you deserve—health, dental, vision, retirement—plus: Comprehensive

5% employer match, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid time off (PTO): Enjoy generous time off with up to 5 weeks of PTO each year, plus additional paid CE days. Take the time you need to rest, recharge, and invest in your growth. Mentorship: We welcome all experience levels to apply – whether you’re looking to expand your skills in surgery, dentistry, or explore new areas of interest, we’ll support your growth every step of the way.

Dr. Deb is passionate about teaching and mentoring, and we are dedicated to helping you succeed in your career.

while maintaining clinical autonomy. About Lakeland Veterinary Hospital: For more than 40 years, Lakeland Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the Brainerd Lakes Region, caring for pets and the people who love them across generations. Since 2000, our purpose-built facility—designed by local architects specifically as a modern veterinary practice—has been our home base.

We are proud to be an AAHA-Accredited hospital , a reflection of our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care. Our dedication to excellence has also been recognized by our community—we’ve been voted “Best Veterinary Clinic” and “Best Grooming” in the Brainerd Lakes Best of Competition. Our hospital is fully equipped with modern, cutting-edge technology, including: Digital X-ray digital dental X-ray , ultrasound, therapy laser for advanced treatment options In-house IDEXX laboratory for rapid diagnostics Cornerstone paperless PMS system with tablets for patient care Scribble Vet AI: Streamline your workflow with AI-assisted SOAP note documentation for faster, more efficient record keeping .

Meet Our Hospital Director Owner – Dr. Deb Piepgras: A Brainerd native, Dr. Deb Piepgras is the proud owner of Lakeland Veterinary Hospital.

She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Minnesota in 2000 and began her career at Lakeland the same year. Since then, she has dedicated her work to caring for animals, with a special passion for the challenge of diagnosing and treating sick or injured pets who cannot tell us what’s wrong. At home, Dr.

Piepgras shares life with her husband, their Long-haired Miniature Dachshund, Arya, their English Setter, Denali, and their spirited cat, Soul. With their children grown, she and her husband are embracing the joys of being empty nesters. Outside the hospital, Dr.

Piepgras can often be found tending her many gardens, quilting, reading, camping, fishing, and taking full advantage of the lakes and trails the Brainerd area has to offer. Looking ahead, she is excited to spend more time traveling and exploring new places. Our Mission: We strive to provide the highest quality healthcare to our patients, and while doing so, provide service to our clients that exceeds their expectations.