Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian – Kokomo, IN | Small Animal Practice | Mentorship Available

Kokomo Animal Hospital in Kokomo, Indiana is seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, well-established small animal practice. 

Why Join Kokomo Animal Hospital?

• Established small animal hospital serving Kokomo since 1950
• Under new leadership with a strong investment in team culture, medicine, and equipment
• Emphasis on work-life balance, manageable caseload, and team collaboration
• Positive momentum with improved morale, retention, and hospital operations

We are building a culture where veterinarians feel supported, respected, and empowered to practice high-quality medicine.

About the Role

We are looking for a team-oriented Associate Veterinarian who is:

• Passionate about small animal medicine and surgery
• Interested in collaborative, progressive veterinary care
• Comfortable with (or eager to learn) soft tissue surgery
• Open to continued learning and professional development

Strong Mentorship available, including hands-on surgical guidance and case collaboration.

Bonus Opportunity:
While we currently focus on dogs and cats, we are open to expanding into exotics (pocket pets, reptiles, birds) if that aligns with your interests.

Hospital & Equipment

Practice high-quality medicine with modern tools:

• IDEXX in-house lab (Catalyst Dx, LaserCyte, SNAPshot Dx, Sedivue)
• Daily reference lab access
• Digital radiography (including Progeny dental X-ray)
• Surgical laser
• Ultrasound (non-Doppler)
• Fiberscope
• Fully equipped surgical suite (2 monitoring stations)
• Dedicated dental suite with full monitoring
• 6 exam rooms + separate treatment area
• In-house + online pharmacy

We are continuing to invest in facility upgrades and workflow improvements to support our team.

Schedule & Flexibility

• Full-time preferred, part-time options available
• We prioritize work-life balance and sustainable scheduling
• 4 day work week
• No weekends

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary + sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance available
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance
• Scrub allowance
• Employee pet discounts
• Supportive leadership focused on your growth and well-being

Location: Kokomo, Indiana

Located just 50 miles north of Indianapolis, Kokomo offers:

• Affordable cost of living (≈17% below national average)
• Family-friendly community with strong schools
• Access to colleges, universities, and healthcare
• Easy access to big-city amenities with small-town comfort

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited program
• Eligible for (or holding) an Indiana veterinary license
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a supportive veterinary team, mentorship, and a practice that’s actively evolving, we’d love to connect.