Job Description
Join the PIPESTONE Veterinary Team as a Veterinary Physician Assistant!
Location: Pipestone, MN or Eastern South Dakota (Sioux Falls, Brandon, or Brookings area)
Salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience
At PIPESTONE Veterinary Services, we're passionate about supporting independent family farms that help feed the world. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an energetic, relationship-driven Veterinary Physician Assistant to join our fast-paced swine health team.
If you enjoy working directly with producers, solving health challenges, and making a meaningful impact on animal agriculture, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
What You'll Do
- Partner with veterinarians to identify disease challenges through sample collection and on-farm assessments
- Build strong relationships with pig farmers and become a trusted advisor for their operations
- Develop and promote proactive herd health programs
- Lead producer education initiatives, including:
- PQA+ Certification
- Site Assessments
- Secure Pork Plans
- Additional producer training programs
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of livestock industry experience
- Required: Previous swine industry experience
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Self-motivated and entrepreneurial mindset
Work Environment
- Agricultural swine facilities in rural communities
- Regular outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Some overnight travel required
- Hearing protection needed in certain areas
Physical Requirements
- Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, and kneeling
- Ability to occasionally lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Willingness to travel as needed
Benefits & Perks
- $65,000–$75,000 annual salary
- Paid single health insurance (family plans available)
- Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Retirement plan
Make a Difference in Animal Agriculture
Join a team that is committed to advancing animal health, supporting family farms, and helping provide a safe, wholesome food supply for a growing world.
Apply today and grow your career with PIPESTONE Veterinary Services!
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