Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals

• $75K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in Indiana or ability to obtain
  • Commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine and ethics

Responsibilities

  • Practice high-quality veterinary medicine with autonomy in treatment planning
  • Collaborate closely with a team of five veterinarians
  • Utilize cutting-edge technology including laser surgery and digital radiology
  • Mentor and support junior veterinarians and veterinary staff
  • Engage with a loyal client base to build strong relationships
  • Participate in clinical studies and treatment strategy development

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
  • Access to innovative health and well-being resources
  • Continuing Education Allowance and paid CE days
  • Employee pet discounts and more
Full Job Description
Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Companion Animal Medical Center in Carmel, Indiana and you'll quickly discover that world-class medicine, technology, facilities and a talented team well support you.

You'll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.



Why Join the Team
  • Join a highly collaborative team of five veterinarians that actively encourages teamwork and knowledge sharing
  • Structured mentorship opportunities designed to support professional growth at all experience levels
  • Practice medicine with cutting-edge technology, including laser surgery, digital radiology, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory diagnostics
  • AAHA-accredited hospital committed to high standards of care and a multimodal approach to diagnostics and treatment
  • Growing and loyal client base that supports high-quality, progressive medicine
  • Located in Carmel, Indiana - a vibrant, family-friendly community consistently ranked as one of the best places to live, offering excellent schools, trails, dining, and close proximity to Indianapolis
Cases
  • Diverse caseload supported by advanced diagnostics and modern equipment
  • Opportunity to practice comprehensive, high-quality medicine with the autonomy to tailor treatment plans
  • Strong support team that allows doctors to focus on patient care and client relationship

Schedule
  • Flexible scheduling options available
  • Designed to promote work-life balance while supporting hospital growth and client needs


Who we look for
  • People obsessed with pets and their care
  • Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
  • Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
  • Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
  • Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust


Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation
  • Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. The salary range listed is based on a 40-hour work week.
  • This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.


Health & Well-being
  • Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
  • Paid parental, vacation and sick leave


Professional Development
  • Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
  • WOOF University - offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
  • Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program


Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (open link in new window)

Qualifications
  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in (Indiana), or the ability to obtain
  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics


Learn more about the hospital here: 🔗 VCA Companion Animal Medical Center - Carmel, IN

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Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

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