Pets, ping pong + purpose—inside one of the country’s top-rated workplaces

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Mission Pet Health, one of the nation’s largest veterinary networks headquartered right here in Birmingham, has earned national recognition for its workplace culture.

On a typical weekday at this Birmingham office, it’s not unusual to see teammates working on puzzles during brain breaks, having a walk-and-talk meeting on the Lakeshore Trail or even squeezing in a quick game of table tennis.

We headed to the office to sit down with several Birmingham-based employees about what their workdays actually look like and why they’ve chosen to grow their careers here. Plus, open roles you can apply for now.

Creative culture + strong leadership

For Birmingham native Elise Hyer, Vice President of Acquisitions, Mission Pet Health stands out because it doesn’t ask people to choose between professionalism and personality.

“I’m empowered to grow, strategize and think outside the box—but I’m also allowed to be my true self. At Mission, you can be funny, quirky, silly and you are embraced and valued.”

Elise Hyer, Vice President of Acquisitions, Mission Pet Health

Elise, who has two dogs named Leia and Yoda, says leadership lives by a simple but powerful phrase: “No one is too good to pick up poop.”

Somebody put that on a plaque!

Growing your career in The Magic City

Tri Lam, an Accounting Manager based in Birmingham, said Mission’s culture strikes a balance that’s rare in fast-growing organizations.

“People here do the extraordinary, yet remain casual, fun and genuinely friendly, including senior leadership.”

Tri Lam, Accounting Manager, Mission Pet Health

Caitlin Brown, a Marketing Business Partner supporting Mission’s Specialty hospitals, is a Birmingham native—and proof that you don’t have to leave the city to build a dynamic, evolving career.

“One of the things I love most about my job is the growth opportunity within our team.”

Caitlin Brown, Marketing Business Partner, Mission Pet Health

She’s held multiple roles during her five-plus years at Mission, growing from data researcher to dedicated marketing specialist all while staying rooted in Birmingham.

Mission’s flexibility also allows Caitlin to collaborate remotely with teammates across the country—often with her eight-year-old Husky-Pit mix, Alpha, nearby.

But when she’s in the office…

“I love the snack room—it’s always stocked with our favorites, including the amazing candy drawers. I don’t think a day goes by without a quick stop.”

Caitlin Brown, Marketing Business Partner, Mission Pet Health

Apply for these roles now

There are plenty of open roles across fields like:

• Analytics
• Accounting & Finance
• Real Estate Development
• Operations
• Marketing
• Veterinarians

“The people drive the culture at Mission. Hiring great teammates and partnering with awesome hospitals delivers the people that turn the culture into action.”

Harrison Spruiell, Senior Director, Business Intelligence, Mission Pet Health

If you’re passionate about pets, collaboration and doing meaningful work with people who care just as much as you do, Mission Pet Health may be worth a closer look.

Interested in joining the Mission? Learn more about Mission Pet Health + explore open roles.

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