Own Your Practice. Keep Your Purpose. A Hospital Ownership Opportunity at Rita Ranch Pet Hospital, Tucson, AZ
Rita Ranch Pet Hospital, an AAHA-accredited practice in Tucson, AZ, is offering a rare opportunity for an entrepreneurial veterinarian to step into practice ownership without starting from scratch. If you've dreamed of running your own hospital but want the support of an established brand, loyal client base, and proven infrastructure, this is your moment.
The Opportunity
We're not looking for an employee. We're looking for an owner-operator, a veterinarian who wants to lead, build equity, and practice medicine on their own terms. Rita Ranch Pet Hospital is a thriving, well-equipped practice with a strong community reputation and a warm, close-knit team already in place. You'd be stepping into something real, with room to make it your own. Through our partnership model with Lakefield Veterinary Group, you'll have the autonomy of independent ownership backed by the resources, systems, and support of a larger network; the best of both worlds!
What Ownership Looks Like Here
- Equity & Profit Participation: Build real wealth through practice ownership, not just a paycheck
- Clinical Autonomy: Practice medicine your way, with no corporate protocols overriding your judgment
- An Established Foundation: Walk into an AAHA-accredited hospital with existing staff, clients, equipment, and systems
- Network Backing: Leverage Lakefield's administrative support, purchasing power, HR infrastructure, along with training and education resources without losing your independence
- AI-Powered Efficiency Tools: Modern workflow and documentation tools so you spend more time on medicine and leadership, less on paperwork
The Practice
Rita Ranch Pet Hospital has cultivated something rare: a team that genuinely likes each other. Staff are enthusiastic, collaborative, have fun, and are committed to Fear-Free-inspired, individualized patient care. High-quality medicine, strong client communication, and a culture where every voice matters, is what you'd be leading and growing.
The Market
Tucson is a growing, underserved market with tremendous potential. Year-round sunshine, a passionate pet-owning community, outdoor culture, and a thriving food and arts scene, make it an exceptional place to plant roots, professionally and personally.
You're the Right Fit If You:
- Want clinical freedom without the isolation of going it truly alone
- Have wanted to own your practice but weren’t sure where or how to start
- Value mentorship, community, and a people-first approach
- Are ready to stop trading time for salary and start building equity
Let's Talk
This kind of opportunity doesn't come along often: an established; respected practice, a fully staffed and experienced team; and a partnership model built for success. Whether you're an experienced DVM ready to own or an associate who's been waiting for the right moment, we'd love to explore this with you. Reach out to start a confidential conversation.
About Lakefield Veterinary Group
We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people. We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special - its people, culture, and connection to community - while providing the operational support, resources, and strategic leadership that allow teams to thrive. As we grow, we remain committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver outstanding care.
Our Values
Our culture is built on five core values that guide us in the way we work:
- Respect
- Learning
- Do the right thing
- Wow service
- Fun
We expect all team members to actively demonstrate these values in their daily work and interactions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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