Medical Director

Desert Hills Animal Clinic is looking to welcome a lead veterinarian to join our experienced 3 doctor team and wonderful and very skilled support staff! We are also looking to expand our Urgent Care service so ER/UC veterinarians are urged to apply as well. 

Our Culture:

Desert Hills is a full-service animal care facility providing veterinary services for dogs, cats and some exotic pets. Our services include routine, orthopedic procedures, emergency surgery, dentistry, and medicine.

• At Desert Hills Animal Clinic, we treat your pets like the valued family members they are.
• Our team atmosphere is friendly, fun, and collaborative.
• We offer mentorship & welcome new graduates!

Our Values:

• Pet Health and well-being are our top priorities.
• Fear-free tactics are implemented to ensure a friendly & calm environment for the patient owner.

The way we approach our work matters. Our core values—do the right thing, fun, wow service, respect, and learning—guide what we do here at Desert Hills Animal Clinic.

Community Impact:

Our commitment to pets extends beyond our hospital walls.

Our team members have the opportunity to give back to communities around the globe through our partnership with World Vets. Each year, we send a group of doctors and support staff abroad to help pets in need and support programs that nurture healthy relationships between people and animals.

Giving Back - Lakefield Veterinary Group

Our Hospital and Benefits:

• Our hospital has a great reputation in the community and we strive to provide excellent patient care!
• Our team provides high-quality, compassionate care in a cooperative work environment with strong communication skills
• Our respectful, fun, yet laid-back environment includes a collaborative doctor team that focuses on individualized solutions to our patients' health care needs
• We are proud to be fully staffed with an experienced team!
• We have low turnover, and our team members have longevity at the practice

When you join our team, you'll receive:

• Competitive base salary 
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance - with company contribution HSA account
• License reimbursement
• Continuing Education allowance $2,500 for FT DVM's
• 401k with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off for work/life balance to enjoy hiking, biking, and exploring sunny Arizona
• Flexible schedule
• Practice freedom - no corporate protocols or mandatory formulary
• AVMA PLIT Professional Liability Insurance
• Eligibility to participate in World Vets trip

Life in Phoenix, AZ:

Surrounded by beauty in its most natural form, soak in the Valley of the Sun! Phoenix is known for sunny days, world-class resorts, and golf courses. Enjoy a variety of activities such as biking, sporting events, museums, hiking, and a great food scene for the foodie at heart! Take time for a weekend getaway to places like Sedona, to see the famous red rocks, the Sonoran Desert, or the amazing Grand Canyon!

Join the Lakefield Family!

Desert Hills Animal Clinic is part of the Lakefield Veterinary Group—a family-owned company that offers support and resources to hospital teams while empowering them to make decisions about how they practice medicine and show up for their communities. Find out more at careers.lakefieldvet.com.

To learn more about the hospital and position please contact Nikki Hanschu at [email protected] or apply at careers.lakefieldvet.com.  

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