Veterinarian at National Veterinary Associates
Job Description
Kokomo Animal Hospital in Kokomo, Indiana, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our compassionate, collaborative, and growing team!
About Us
Kokomo Animal Hospital is a full-service small animal practice that has proudly served the community since 1950. With over 75 years of history, we are entering an exciting new chapter under new leadership—focused on high-quality medicine, teamwork, and a supportive, sustainable work environment.
Our practice has undergone significant positive changes in recent years. Leadership is actively investing in the hospital, team culture, and equipment, and we’re proud of the progress we’ve made.
Our philosophy centers on utilizing each team member’s strengths while ensuring work-life balance, adequate time off, and a positive, respectful workplace. This approach has helped improve morale, retention, and the overall quality of care we provide.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian, though part-time candidates will also be considered. We welcome experienced veterinarians and new graduates alike and are happy to provide mentorship for newer doctors.
While we are not currently seeing exotics, we are open to supporting a veterinarian with interest or experience in exotics (pocket pets, reptiles, birds) should the right candidate join our team.
The ideal candidate is:
- A team player who enjoys collaboration
- Open-minded, progressive, and committed to staying current with veterinary medicine
- Comfortable performing (or eager to learn) soft tissue surgery
- Interested in being part of a practice that is actively improving and moving forward together
Hospital Highlights & Equipment
- In-house IDEXX lab: Catalyst Dx, LaserCyte, SNAPshot Dx, Sedivue
- Daily IDEXX reference lab pick-up
- Updated digital X-ray equipment
- Progeny digital dental radiography
- Surgical laser
- Ultrasound (non-Doppler)
- Fiberscope
- Fully equipped surgery suite with two anesthesia/monitoring stations
- Dedicated dental suite with Midmark dental equipment and full monitoring
- Six exam rooms plus separate treatment area
- Full in-house pharmacy and online pharmacy
- Ongoing facility improvements, including extensive decluttering and organization upgrades
Qualifications
- DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
- Current Indiana veterinary license or ability to obtain one
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- New graduates encouraged to apply
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive compensation
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance available
- CE allowance
- Scrub allowance
- Pet care discounts
- Supportive leadership and a positive, improving practice culture
About Kokomo, Indiana
Kokomo is located just 50 miles north of Indianapolis and offers an affordable cost of living—approximately 17% lower than the national average. The community features strong school systems, multiple colleges and universities, and access to quality healthcare, making it a great place to live and work.
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