Associate Veterinarian - Bear Creek Animal Hospital

Practice

Bear Creek Animal Hospital takes pride in our advanced and evolving knowledge of veterinary medicine. Building ever-lasting relationships with our clients and patients is of the utmost importance. Our veterinary team achieves this by tailoring our veterinary services to fit the needs of each patient and personalizing each experience.

Our state of the art facility opened in January of 2024, featuring 6 exams rooms, 2 surgery suites, a separate dental area, ultrasound, surgical cutting laser, and more!Dr. Christen Fielding is a General Practitioner who has been practicing in the St. Louis area since 2010. With over 10 years of experience in veterinary medicine, her knowledge, compassion, and dedication result in providing exceptional care to her patients. She is an experienced surgeon and has many years of emergency and urgent care medicine which allow her to excel in treating a wide range of complex medical cases. This variety in experience also ensures that each of her patients receive the highest quality care in preventative medicine as well as any unexpected illness or injuries that arise. Providing detailed assessments and education to clients ensures that her clients can make the best decisions for each of their unique pets.

Position Purpose

Associate Veterinarian (DVM)Bear Creek Animal Hospital, Wentzville, MOCompensation: $110,000 to $140,000 annually

Bear Creek Animal Hospital is building out our team, and we're looking for an Associate DVM to grow with us. Whether you're board-certified in a specialty, working toward one, or simply a GP with a special interest you want room to develop, we want to talk to you.

We've invested in a modern, well-equipped hospital, including a fully equipped surgical suite capable of supporting orthopedic procedures and advanced surgery, because we believe doctors do their best work when they have the right tools from day one. As we grow our caseload, you'll have real input into shaping the kind of medicine we practice here.

Have a specialty license or a special interest? We want to hear from you, whether that's orthopedics, urgent care, dermatology, reproduction, or another focused area of medicine. You don't need the extra letters after your name to bring a specialty focus to our team. You just need the interest and the drive to build it. This is an especially good time to join: we're actively looking to grow case volume in these focused areas, which means you'd help shape that service line from the ground up, with our support in mentorship, equipment access, and case development.

Prefer general practice? You'll have the space and support to build clinical depth over time, without being buried in back-to-back appointments. You'll work alongside experienced doctors invested in your growth.

Whatever your path, boarded specialist, DVM working toward one, GP with a focused interest, or GP looking to grow, Bear Creek Animal Hospital offers the chance to build a career around your own professional goals, with a hospital that's investing in where it's headed, not just where it's been.

Why Bear Creek

• New phase of growth with room for new ideas
• Modern facility designed for efficient, high-quality care
• Team-first environment with consistent support
• Diverse caseload across wellness, dentistry, and complex medicine

What you will do

• Provide medical care across preventive, diagnostic, and surgical cases
• Perform or assist with orthopedic procedures based on your skill level
• Educate clients with clear, direct communication
• Collaborate with a trained support team for case management
• Build efficiency while maintaining quality care

LocationWentzville, Missouri sits under an hour from St. Louis. You get a growing community with strong schools, local markets, and outdoor access. Lake St. Louis offers boating and recreation. St. Louis provides sports, dining, and entertainment within easy reach.

What we are looking for

• DVM with Missouri licensure or eligibility
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Commitment to client education and quality care
• Professional presence with staff and clients

Benefits and perks

• Compensation $110,000 to $140,000 annually
• Bonus incentives
• Unlimited PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k and Roth 401k with company match
• CE allowance and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling
• Defined career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental health resources
• Relocation support
• DVM referral program

Bear Creek offers a clear path to grow clinically while working in a structured, supportive environment. Apply to start the conversation.

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