Full-Time Associate Veterinarian - Stockton, CA

IndeVets • Stockton, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

IndeVets is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join their team in Stockton, CA. This role offers a unique approach to veterinary medicine, prioritizing work-life balance and veterinarian well-being. Unlike traditional models, IndeVets offers sustainable career paths with guaranteed income, flexible scheduling controlled by the veterinarian, and hands-on support. Veterinarians work 4-5 days per week, with schedules built in advance by a dedicated coordinator, ensuring predictability. The role involves practicing across a network of trusted hospital partners, offering diverse clinical experience in areas like surgery, dentistry, ER, or urgent care. IndeVets provides the consistency, benefits, and professional support of a full-time employer, eliminating income uncertainty and last-minute schedule changes.

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 a focus on patient care, not numbers.
• Work independently but with dedicated medical leadership and mentorship.
• Build meaningful relationships with teams at partner hospitals.
• Gain diverse clinical experience across various settings.
• Focus on practicing medicine without handling scheduling, logistics, and coordination.

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
• Ongoing CE and professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree