When you join The Downtown Veterinarian in Indianapolis, IN, you become part of a legacy dedicated to promoting the highest standard of companion animal health care. Since 1996, we have treated pets like our own, viewing them as extensions of the family. Our commitment to compassion, technology, and education has earned the community's trust, reflected in our exceptional 4.9-star Google rating. We invite you to bring your expertise to a team that truly makes a difference in downtown Indianapolis. At The Downtown Veterinarian, we believe in creating a supportive environment where all our teammates can succeed. As part of a larger network, we prioritize a culture of continuous learning and professional development. We have established programs to help you achieve your specific career goals, whether that involves pursuing a credentialed technician status or moving into leadership roles. Veterinarians have direct access to internal specialty consultations, ensuring you always have the necessary support and resources to provide exceptional patient care and do your best work every day. You will practice comprehensive, full-service medicine focused on quality and advanced technology. Our services span essential wellness and prevention, thorough testing and diagnostics, and complex surgical procedures. The team provides comprehensive advanced care, ensuring we are equipped to handle a wide range of needs, including emergency situations. We are devoted to fostering a medical environment where you have the technology and educational resources necessary to provide compassionate, high-level care for every small animal patient. Joining our team places you squarely in the heart of Indianapolis, IN, a vibrant city known for its accessibility and energetic downtown core. Indianapolis offers a fantastic blend of big-city amenities and Midwest charm, providing outstanding cultural opportunities, dining, and entertainment just steps from the hospital. You will be serving a dedicated pet-owning population who view their animals as family, making this an incredibly rewarding community in which to live and build your career.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude. #AVMA

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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