Veterinarian Jobs in Indiana

​Find top Veterinarian jobs across clinical practice settings, including General Practice (GP), Urgent Care, Emergency, Specialty, and Referral Hospitals. Explore high-demand roles such as Associate Veterinarian, Emergency Veterinarian, Urgent Care Veterinarian, General Practice Veterinarian, Veterinary Surgeon, Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist, Veterinary Criticalist, Veterinary Dermatologist, Veterinary Radiologist, Veterinary Cardiologist, Veterinary Oncologist, Chief of Staff Veterinarian, Medical Director, and Relief Veterinarian. Whether you’re seeking small-animal, large-animal, equine, or mixed-animal opportunities, browse full-time, part-time, and relief clinical positions designed to support growth, mentorship, and long-term veterinary career development.

Veterinarian jobs in Indiana — DVM, associate, ER and specialty roles

Supreme Search Specialists places veterinarians in practices across Indiana — from independent first-opinion clinics in small towns and mixed-practice settings to corporate hospitals in Indianapolis and the major metros, 24/7 emergency centers, and board-certified specialty referral facilities. We've been recruiting for US veterinary practices since 2020 and our consultants know the Indiana market in depth.

Whether you're a Purdue graduate looking for your first associate role, an experienced DVM exploring a Midwest move, or a board-certified specialist considering relocation, our team can help you find a practice that fits your clinical interests, schedule, and salary expectations.

Veterinarian roles we recruit for in Indiana

• Associate Veterinarian (DVM) — small animal, mixed, equine, large animal

• Emergency Veterinarian (ER doctor) — 24/7 hospitals in Indianapolis and the surrounding metros

• Urgent Care Veterinarian

• Medical Director and Chief of Staff Veterinarian

• Board-Certified Specialists — Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Criticalist, Radiologist

• Equine, mixed-animal, and food-animal veterinarian — strong demand in rural Indiana

Veterinary jobs across Indiana

We have active veterinarian openings throughout the state, including:

• Indianapolis metro:

  Indianapolis, Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Greenwood, Westfield, Brownsburg

• Northern Indiana:

  Fort Wayne, South Bend, Mishawaka, Elkhart, Goshen

• Southern Indiana:

  Evansville, Bloomington, Columbus, Jeffersonville, New Albany

• Western Indiana:

  Lafayette, West Lafayette, Terre Haute

• Northwest Indiana:

  Gary, Hammond, Merrillville, Valparaiso (Chicago-adjacent)

Don't see a role in your city? Register your CV anyway — we receive new Indiana positions every week and many never reach the public site.

Indiana veterinarian salary ranges

Compensation in Indiana is competitive against neighbouring Midwest states, with cost of living working in candidates' favour. Based on offers we negotiate, current ranges are:

• Associate Veterinarian (general practice):

  $115,000–$155,000 base, often plus production bonus (typically 18–22% ProSal)

• Emergency Veterinarian:

  $145,000–$235,000 — overnight at the higher end

• Board-Certified Specialist:

  $170,000–$290,000 depending on specialty and case volume

• Medical Director:

  $170,000–$230,000 plus bonuses or equity in some groups

• Equine / mixed / food-animal veterinarian:

  $90,000–$155,000 plus production

Sign-on bonuses of $15,000–$45,000 and relocation packages are common, particularly for rural mixed-practice roles and ER coverage in growing suburban markets.

Why veterinarians choose Indiana

• Lower cost of living — your salary stretches significantly further than on the coasts

• Strong educational ecosystem — Purdue University is one of the most respected vet schools in the country and Indiana's CE network is excellent

• Easy access to Chicago, Cincinnati, and Louisville without their costs

• Diverse caseload — small animal in metros, large-animal and equine in rural areas, food-animal opportunities

• Family-friendly suburbs, well-rated school districts, and short commutes

• Practice variety — from independent clinics to large corporate groups (Mars, NVA, Thrive, VCA)

Indiana licensing for veterinarians

To practice in Indiana you need to be licensed by theIndiana State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners(under the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency). The standard route is:

• Graduate from an AVMA COE-accredited DVM/VMD program (foreign graduates need ECFVG or PAVE certification)

• Pass the NAVLE (North American Veterinary Licensing Examination)

• Pass the Indiana state jurisprudence exam — covers state laws and rules

• Renew biennially — Indiana requires 40 hours of continuing education per renewal cycle

If you're licensed in another state and considering relocation, we can advise on timing and walk you through the endorsement process.

How we work

For candidates:send your CV through our website or call our team. Your conversation is confidential — we won't put you forward for any role without your sign-off. We'll only present opportunities that match your clinical interests, schedule, salary, and location.

For practices and hospitals:tell us about the role, the team, and the kind of person who'll thrive there. We handle sourcing, screening, and shortlisting so you only meet candidates worth your time.