Full Time Associate Veterinarian - Chicago, IL
About The Position
IndeVets offers a unique model for associate veterinarians, prioritizing work-life balance and career sustainability. We provide a guaranteed income, flexible scheduling controlled by the veterinarian, and comprehensive support, allowing you to practice medicine without sacrificing personal well-being. As a full-time W-2 employee working 4-5 days per week, you will have a dedicated scheduling coordinator to build your schedule in advance, ensuring predictability. You will practice across a network of trusted hospital partners, gaining diverse clinical experience and the opportunity to engage in various specialties like surgery, dentistry, ER, or urgent care. This model eliminates income uncertainty and last-minute schedule gaps, offering a structured and sustainable career path in veterinary medicine.
Requirements
- DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited program (or equivalent)
- Active license (or ability to obtain)
- DEA + controlled substance license (as applicable)
- 1+ year of clinical experience in a small animal setting
- Confidence practicing independently
- Strong communication and client relationship skills
Nice To Haves
- GP, ER, or urgent care experience
- Internship training
Responsibilities
- Practice medicine with clinical autonomy and a focus on patient care, not numbers.
- Build a schedule you control by choosing the days you want to work.
- Practice across a network of trusted hospital partners.
- Gain diverse clinical experience, including potential exposure to surgery, dentistry, ER, or urgent care.
- Collaborate with hospital teams and receive support from medical leadership and mentorship.
Benefits
- Guaranteed salary with consistent, predictable pay
- Multiple medical plan options (including fully paid plans)
- Dental + vision insurance
- Generous, guilt-free PTO and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- CE allowance + dedicated CE PTO
- 401(k) + Roth 401(k) with 100% match up to 4% (immediate vesting)
- Company-paid liability + short-term disability insurance
- Discounts on VIN, VETgirl, Fear Free, VetRec AI scribe, and more
- Access to a veterinary social worker
- Leadership and mentorship opportunities
- Flexibility to evolve your schedule over time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
