Associate Veterinarian General Practice

Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital seeks a motivated Veterinary Associate to join their team in Indianapolis. The clinic offers a supportive environment, mentorship opportunities, and a flexible 4-day work week. Candidates must have a DVM degree, a valid Indiana veterinary license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Valid veterinary license to practice in Indiana + CSR license required.
• DEA license required.
• USDA certification can be obtained during employment.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced veterinary environment.
• Perform outpatient appointments and surgical/dental procedures.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Motivation

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Are you looking for:

• a clinic that has been privately owned for 44 years, not corporately owned?
• a position where you are never the only associate working and collaboration on difficult cases is routine?
• a position where you are surrounded by associates who are willing to mentor you?
• a position with a high support staff to DVM ratio (5.5:1)?
• a position where you work a 4 day work week?
• a position with no on-call or after hours time scheduled?
• a clinic that does not offer boarding or grooming so holidays do not require an associate on call?

This position is available because an associate of the practice is moving home to Illinois after 11 years with our teamto be closer to her family. We encourage all of our associates to spend more time with their families, traveling, andtake time to pursue hobbies outside of their life as a veterinarian. All of our veterinarians, including our departingassociate, are available as a reference for our practice.

The mentoring of a veterinarian in practice is imperative for them to grow as a clinician. Clinical veterinary practiceis a combination of the practice of veterinary medicine and the art of practice. We believe it is our responsibility toshare our 70+ years of clinical experience with a new member of our professional staff to ensure your success.Regardless of your experience, we commit to helping you transition to becoming a successful and valued member ofour team.

Staff Philosophy: "Supporting our patients by investing in our team."Our team is our most important and valued asset. We have weekly 45-minute staff meetings, focusing on staffeducation, communication, and maintaining our high levels of client service and patient care.

Our Needs in a Veterinary Associate: We need an associate who is highly motivated, has excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the desire andcommitment to continue to grow into an exceptional practitioner. Your long-term happiness and continuedassociation is our goal!

Schedule: Our associates work a 4-day work week that includes outpatient appointments as well as surgical/dentalprocedures. Workweek is a semi-set schedule offering flexibility for outside of work events.

Hospital Information

• AAHA Accredited Hospital since 1988
• 6 Veterinarians – 1 is Boarded in Canine and Feline Practice through ABVP, a second associate is currently in the process of obtaining their ABVP in Canine and Feline Practice.
• Remote Radiologist (ACVR) reads all films and assists with training in radiology
• Electronic charting, fully digital practice
• 12 Registered Veterinary Technicians, this allows our veterinarians to focus on clinical practice while our RVT’s complete treatments based on veterinarian directives 13 exam rooms in a modern, contemporary designed practice.
• Our hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical tools, including ultrasound, endoscopy, and laparoscopy, which we can provide training. We do not perform orthopedic procedures, allowing our team to focus on soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, and advanced diagnostics.
• Supportive veterinary community with easy access to experienced specialists
• Located in the desirable and pet loving north side of Indianapolis

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid veterinary license to practice in the state + CSR license.
• DEA license
• USDA certification (can be obtained during employment)
• Strong communication skills to effectively educate pet owners about their pets’ health needs. Ability to work alongside team members with differing communication styles from your own.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.