Grand Avenue Veterinary Hospital is proud to have served the West Des Moines area for over 50 years. Our veterinary hospital is fortunate to be staffed with two experienced, licensed veterinarians – Dr. Christy Wauhob and Dr. Emily Gearig.

The veterinarians and staff of Grand Avenue Veterinary Hospital work hard to stay up-to-date on the latest advances in veterinary medicine and technology. Our team is committed to educating our clients on how to keep their pets healthy year-round by providing education about nutrition, wellness care, and parasites. Above all, we strive to show compassion and loving care to all pets and their families with every exam, procedure, and surgery. We love our clients and treat them as our own!

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement 
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available