Associate Veterinarian (GP)

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well‑being resources

401k with match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

VCA Northwood Animal Hospital in Anderson, Indiana, seeks an Urgent Care Veterinarian (DVM) to join a cohesive, tenured team dedicated to world‑class medicine. You’ll work four 10‑hour days, with some weekends and holidays, using advanced tools in a supportive environment that emphasizes work‑life balance and growth opportunities.

Our hospital offers ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, in-house labs, and comprehensive diagnostics with collaboration across specialists.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university and applicable licensure in Indiana.
• Commitment to high standard of medicine and ethics.
• Ability to work within a collaborative team in a busy hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent care and routine veterinary services.
• Support diagnostic tools and deliver high-quality medicine independently.
• Collaborate with sister specialty hospital in Fishers, IN.

Skills

Urgent care experience

Team collaboration

Education

DVM degree

Indiana licensure

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital radiography

Endoscopy

In-house I‑STAT

Job description

Join us as an Urgent Care Veterinarian, DVM at VCA Northwood Animal Hospital located in Anderson, 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.

Questions? Please email Laurel Norman at [e-mail]

Why Join the Team?

VCA Northwood Animal Hospital, located in Anderson, Indiana, is seeking an General Practice Veterinarian to join our cohesive, tenured team of exceptional veterinary professionals. We are committed to medical and surgical excellence in an empathetic, warm, and friendly environment. Our AAHA‑accredited hospital offers a great working culture, manageable caseloads, and a true commitment to work‑life balance. We’re proud to provide interesting and diverse cases and give you the diagnostic tools and support to practice high‑quality medicine independently. You’ll also benefit from a close relationship with our sister specialty hospital in Fishers, IN, and continued growth opportunities working alongside experienced doctors and highly trained support staff. Our community‑centered, family culture sets us apart from larger facilities.

Schedule

This position is 4 days per week (10‑hour days), every other weekend, and some holidays. We offer flexibility and work‑life balance, along with a collaborative team that supports each other in delivering excellent patient care.

Cases

We offer a wide variety of services and see a diverse caseload, including both emergency and routine cases. Our well‑equipped hospital includes:

• Ultrasound
• Digital radiography
• Endoscopy
• In‑house I‑STAT, chemistry, CBC, and coagulation profiles
• Multi‑parameter monitors, Doppler BP
• Complete in‑house ECC pharmacy
• Full line of blood products for dogs and cats

Whether you’re performing urgent care triage or advanced diagnostics, our hospital is ready to support you in delivering excellent outcomes to patients and clients alike.

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)

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!

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]

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled.

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.