Practice

France Avenue Pet Hospital is a full-service small animal practice that prides itself on our knowledge, passion, and skilled professionals. Located in the Minneapolis metropolitan area, our clients are caring and plentiful. Over the last 17 years, we have built many life-long relationships within our community.

Position Purpose

Managing Veterinarian

France Ave Pet Hospital | Bloomington, Minnesota

Practice Great Medicine. Lead a Team. Have Time for Life.

Join France Ave Pet Hospital as our Managing Veterinarian and help shape a hospital where quality medicine, strong relationships, and a supportive culture come together.

We believe in life-work integration, which is why we're offering a 35-hour workweek: 30 hours seeing patients and 5 hours of protected administrative time. Your schedule makes room for patient care, leadership responsibilities, and life outside the hospital.

Even better? No weekends or on-call responsibilities! Our hospital is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, giving you more predictability and time for what matters most.

A Practice Built on Relationships

France Ave Pet Hospital is a full-service small animal practice committed to lasting relationships with pets and their families. We take a whole-pet approach, combining preventive care, thoughtful treatment recommendations, and client education with compassionate service.

You'll join a collaborative team that values open communication, professional growth, and helping one another deliver excellent care.

Your Voice. Your Leadership. Your Impact.

As Managing Veterinarian, you'll lead clinical standards, mentor colleagues, and help guide the hospital's growth while continuing to care for patients alongside your team. You'll partner with practice leadership and Heartland Veterinary Partners to support medical quality, doctor engagement, and a positive client and patient experience.

We're looking for an experienced, approachable veterinarian who enjoys bringing people together and wants a meaningful voice in how the hospital practices medicine.

Previous leadership experience is a plus, but not a requirement. If you're an experienced veterinarian ready to take the next step in your career, we'll support your growth as a clinical leader.

What You'll Bring

• DVM or VMD degree and active (or ability to obtain) Minnesota veterinary licensure

• Experience practicing high-quality small animal medicine

• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills

• A collaborative, approachable leadership style

• A passion for mentorship, team development, and positive hospital culture

Compensation, Benefits & Support

• $135,000 - $141,000 annual base salary

• Production-based earning potential

• Signing and/or commitment incentives

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Continuing education allowance and professional development opportunities

• Professional dues and licensing support

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Employee assistance and wellness resources

• Leadership development and mentorship

• Clinical and operational support through Heartland Veterinary Partners

A Great Place to Practice. An Even Better Place to Live.

Located just minutes from Minneapolis and St. Paul, Bloomington offers the convenience of the Twin Cities with easy access to parks, trails, the Minnesota River Valley, dining, entertainment, and surrounding communities.

At France Ave Pet Hospital, you can make a meaningful impact on your team, practice medicine you believe in, and still have time for the life you've built outside of work.

Ready to lead without putting life on the back burner? We'd love to connect!

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.