Full-Time Associate Veterinarian - Suffolk, VA

IndeVets • Suffolk, VA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

IndeVets is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian for Suffolk, VA. This role offers a unique approach to veterinary medicine, prioritizing work-life balance and veterinarian well-being. Unlike traditional models, IndeVets provides sustainable career paths with guaranteed income, flexible scheduling controlled by the veterinarian, and comprehensive support. As a full-time W-2 employee, you will work 4-5 days per week, with a dedicated scheduling coordinator building your schedule in advance based on your preferences. The position involves practicing across a network of trusted hospital partners, offering diverse clinical experience and opportunities in surgery, dentistry, ER, or urgent care. IndeVets eliminates production quotas, negative accrual, and restrictive non-competes, focusing on clinical autonomy and patient care. Veterinarians are supported by medical leadership, mentorship, a collaborative community, and access to a veterinary social worker. Ongoing CE and professional development are provided, fostering career growth and preventing burnout.

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 veterinary medicine with clinical autonomy, focusing on patient care.
• Build a schedule by choosing preferred work days (4-5 days per week).
• Work across a network of trusted hospital partners.
• Gain diverse clinical experience, including potential exposure to surgery, dentistry, ER, or urgent care.
• Collaborate with medical leadership and a community of fellow veterinarians.
• Focus on patient care, not production numbers.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level