Practice:
TLC Cat Clinic, located in Plymouth, MN, specializes in providing high-quality, compassionate veterinary care exclusively for cats. Our mission is to foster strong human-animal bonds through a focus on preventive care, responsible pet ownership, and client education. We proudly serve Plymouth and neighboring areas. At TLC Cat Clinic, we are committed to ensuring the well-being of feline companions in a warm and welcoming environment.
Position Purpose:
Not all DVM roles are created equal.
At TLC Cat Clinic, we’ve intentionally built a different kind of environment—one that’s quieter, more focused, and designed around what cats (and the people who love them) actually need.
If you’re looking to practice high-quality medicine without the chaos of barking dogs, heavy restraint, or snowy patient walks, this may be the change you’ve been hoping for.
Why TLC Cat Clinic?
We are a feline-exclusive, Fear Free-focused practice, which means:
Patients are generally under 20 lbs
Minimal noise, calmer workflow
No nights or weekends (M–F, 9am–6pm)
Emphasis on low-stress handling (Churu > force, always)
The ability to truly specialize in feline medicine
Streamlined inventory & pharmacy (yes, it matters)
And… a healthy supply of lint rollers
Core Competencies:
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Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
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Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
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Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
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Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
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Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
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Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions results in the highest level of client satisfaction.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
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Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
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Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
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Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
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Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
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Maintain patients’ medical records.
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Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.
Requirements/Qualifications:
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DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
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Appropriate state licensure.
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Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
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Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
Benefits Offered:
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Unlimited personal time
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Bonus incentives
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Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
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Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
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CE and licensure reimbursement
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Flexible work schedules
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Managing career path development
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Employee Assistance Program
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DVM Referral Program
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Mental Health Resources
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Relocation assistance available
Pay Range:
USD $110,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.
