Veterinarian - Walker Animal Hosptial

Walker Animal Hospital, established in 1983, operates on the mission of delivering professional quality and personal friendliness in all the medical and surgical services we provide. We treat every pet like our own, an approach that has earned us the community's trust and an outstanding 4.9‑star Google rating. Our commitment to high‑quality care, including urgent and advanced procedures, makes us a true partner in pet health for the Walker, LA, community and beyond.

If you are seeking a career where dedication to patient welfare is paramount and where you can immediately feel the impact of your skills, this is where you can do your best work.

Located in Walker, Louisiana, a growing community just east of Baton Rouge, our hospital serves as a trusted healthcare provider for pets across the region. Walker offers a blend of small‑town charm with easy access to the greater amenities of the capital area. When you finish your shift, you can enjoy the quiet pace of a tight‑knit community while still being close to Louisiana's cultural and recreational offerings.

This location provides the ideal balance for veterinary professionals seeking a rewarding career in a supportive, centrally located practice.

• Build Lasting Relationships:
  Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine:
  From diagnosis to treatment, you’ll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower:
  Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow:
  Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual
.

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 Tele Doc access.

401(k) with generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

Nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Company‑paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world‑class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper‑local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at

Driving the award‑winning culture are the WAG values –
Work Together, Amaze, and Grow
. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian‑led, people‑focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.