Veterinary Ophthalmologist, Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota

Veterinary Ophthalmologist Opportunity at Minnesota’s Largest Locally Owned Specialty Hospital

 About Us

As Minnesota’s largest locally owned emergency and specialty hospital, Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota has been caring for pets—and the people who love them—since 1980. We’re proud of our roots in this community and remain dedicated to providing trusted, long-term care for years to come.

 We’re owned by veterinarians – both in the community and on our staff. And we’re managed by the same people who work in the hospital every day—leaders who know the job, the patients, and the pressure—because they’ve lived it too.

 AERC offers true multispecialty collaboration—with boarded specialists in emergency and critical care, cardiology, dentistry, dermatology, internal medicine, radiology, surgery, oncology, neurology, and exotics—all under one roof in our state-of-the-art, newly constructed, 47,000 sq. ft. facility spanning three floors. AERC’s stable and supportive environment is reflected in the tenure of our specialists—many of whom have been with us for more than a decade as they’ve built and expanded their departments.

 We offer what no other hospital in Minnesota can: the advanced medicine and collaboration of a large multispecialty hospital, and the heart, stability, and support of a locally-owned practice that’s been here for over four decades.

 Location: Oakdale, MN

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Commission Incentives

Benefits include:

·         Shareholder/ownership opportunities for long-term career growth and an investment in your future

·         Medical & dental insurance provided with generous employer contribution

·        Hospital-sponsored short- & long-term disability, life insurance, telemedicine, and EAP
·        Time off for continuing education is available by request and encouraged as part of professional development
·         Uniform, continuing education, and dues stipend, plus more

 Qualifications:

·         Board certified or residency-trained in veterinary ophthalmology

·         Strong communication and teamwork skills

·         A desire to contribute to a culture of kindness, curiosity, and mutual respect

·         A passion for delivering high-quality veterinary care

 If you're looking for a fulfilling position with a variety in casework and a supportive team, we want to hear from you!

Why Minnesota?

From bustling city vibes to serene lakeside escapes, Minnesota offers the best of both worlds. Explore world-renowned healthcare institutions like the Mayo Clinic, enjoy the Mall of America’s endless entertainment, or unwind in “Cabin Country” for weekend fishing, hiking, and peace. With major league sports, award-winning dining, and a strong culture of work-life balance, Minnesota is an adventure waiting to happen.

Veterinary Ophthalmology Equipment & Capabilities

We are fully equipped to support board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists with the following state-of-the-art tools for diagnostics and surgery:

Surgical Suite

·         Zeiss Operating Microscope with Teaching Head

·         Bausch & Lomb Phacoemulsification Unit

·         Cryosurgical Unit

·         Stryker Surgical Lights

·         Hug-U-Vac Surgical Positioning System

·         Canon Rebel T6 Camera with Macro Lens & Flash

Ophthalmic Diagnostics

·         Slit Lamps in Each Exam Room

·         TonoVet Plus Tonometer

·         RETevet ERG (Electroretinography)

·         OPI Diagnostic Ultrasound

Advanced Imaging Access

·         GE 16-Slice CT Scanner

·         Siemens 1.5T MRI

Anesthesia & Nerve Block Support

·         Ultrasound-Guided Regional Nerve Blocking

·         Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Monitoring

 We’d love to learn more about your goals and how we can support your success - reach out to our Chief Medical Officer, Steven R. Shadwick, DVM, DACVIM, SRShadwick@aercmn.com, or our Chief Executive Officer, Matthew Jurikson, VMD, MBA, at MJJurikson@aercmn.com, today!