Associate Veterinarian - Fishers, IN

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employee pet discounts

CE allowances and CE days

WOOF University CE access

Job summary

VCA Lantern Road Animal Hospital in Fishers, Indiana, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to provide top-tier medical care with the support of a skilled team. You’ll have access to a modern dental suite, digital radiography, a surgery suite, therapy laser, and digital radiology, enabling high-quality patient outcomes and ongoing professional growth.

Join a culture that emphasizes mentorship, continuous learning, and a strong focus on preventive care and client education.

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 the highest standard of medicine and veterinary ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality preventive, diagnostic, and medical care for small animals.
• Utilize modern diagnostics and technology to advance patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with a skilled team of technicians, assistants, and receptionists.
• Educate clients and build long-term relationships with patients and families.

Skills

DVM knowledge

Clinical excellence

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

DVM degree

Tools

Digital radiography

Therapy laser

Job description

Introduction Join us as an Associate Veterinarian, DVM, at VCA Lantern Road Animal Hospital in Fishers, Indiana and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world‑class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. 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

VCA Lantern Road Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our talented team in Fishers, Indiana — one of the most vibrant and rapidly growing communities in the country. We’re located in the heart of Hamilton County, just northeast of Indianapolis, surrounded by great shopping, dining, and entertainment options like IKEA and Topgolf. Our hospital enjoys modern, updated amenities including a complete dental suite with digital dental radiography, a dedicated surgery suite, therapy laser, and digital radiology. You’ll be supported by an experienced team of technicians, assistants, and receptionists who share your passion for providing top-quality patient care. At VCA Lantern Road, you’ll have the autonomy to practice medicine your way while receiving mentorship and collaboration from an experienced and supportive medical team. Whether you’re a seasoned veterinarian or a new graduate, you’ll thrive in our culture of continuous learning and growth. VCA takes pride in expanding the growth and skill set of new veterinarians through our VCA Academy Mentorship Program, which includes individualized guidance and hands‑on learning. As part of the VCA network, you’ll also have access to primary, emergency, urgent, and specialty care hospitals nationwide—opening the door to exciting projects, clinical research, and professional development opportunities.

Schedule

Full‑time schedule with flexibility to support work‑life balance. Typical shifts include daytime hours with a shared Saturday rotation. No on‑call or overnight responsibilities.

Cases

• Broad mix of small animal cases including wellness, dentistry, surgery, and internal medicine
• Opportunity to practice advanced medicine using modern diagnostics and technology
• Emphasis on preventive care, client education, and long‑term patient relationships
• Supportive technical staff allowing you to focus on medicine and patient outcomes

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

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

Qualifications

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

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world‑class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually. Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future. VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media. Learn more about the hospital [Link to hospital website]

Benefits

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!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

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).

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world‑class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting‑edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board‑certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.