Associate Emergency Veterinarian (Hospitalist)
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Job Description
MedVet Indianapolis is seeking a Hospitalist Veterinarian to join our growing 24/7 Emergency and Specialty Hospital. The ideal candidate will work closely with our Specialty and Emergency teams, assisting in the management of hospitalized patients throughout the hospital. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, communicating with clients and referring veterinarians, and maintaining accurate medical records.
This role offers a unique opportunity for veterinarians currently practicing in general practice, urgent care, or emergency medicine who are interested in expanding their exposure to specialty medicine while providing exceptional patient care. Hospitalists play an integral role in ensuring continuity of care, enhancing communication, and supporting collaboration across our specialty services.
Responsibilities Include
- Evaluating and managing same-day transfers from referring veterinarians.
- Overseeing hospitalized patients across multiple specialty services.
- Developing and implementing treatment plans in collaboration with specialty and emergency clinicians.
- Providing timely updates and communication to clients and referring veterinarians.
- Supporting Emergency and Surgical Services with procedures, patient recoveries, medical record documentation, and client communications as needed.
- Working with hospital leadership to improve workflows and enhance patient care processes.
- Contributing to the education and training of clinical team members.
Serving as a liaison to referring veterinary partners to strengthen relationships within the Indianapolis veterinary community.
Why Join MedVet?
MedVet is one of the largest veterinarian-owned and veterinarian-led emergency and specialty healthcare organizations in the country.
Eligible doctors have the opportunity to become shareholders, a unique path to ownership and participation in the continued growth and success of MedVet hospitals nationwide.
We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Signing Bonus
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Continuing Education Opportunities
Comprehensive Health Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and leadership development are available throughout the organization.
Everything Starts with Our Caregivers
Our team of passionate doctors, credentialed technicians, assistants, and client service representatives is committed to being the best place in veterinary medicine to give and receive care. Collaboration, compassion, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.
We treat our patients and clients like family and foster strong relationships with our referring veterinary partners through trust, respect, communication, and empathy.
Why Indianapolis?
Indianapolis offers the perfect balance of big-city amenities and Midwestern affordability. As one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan areas, Indianapolis boasts a vibrant downtown, diverse dining and entertainment options, professional sports, extensive park systems, and family-friendly neighborhoods.
Residents enjoy a low cost of living, excellent schools, and easy access to outdoor recreation, making Indianapolis an outstanding place to build both a career and a life.
For more information about MedVet, please visit medvet.com or submit a confidential CV to Ashley Mandeville at Ashley.Mandeville@MedVet.com
Come as you are! MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are ready to listen to your VOICE and help you pursue your PASSION. Employment with MedVet is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screening.
Key Responsibilities
The Hospitalist Veterinarian will manage hospitalized patients across specialty services and develop comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with clinical teams. They will also serve as a key liaison for referring veterinarians and contribute to hospital workflow improvements.
Requirements
The role is designed for veterinarians currently practicing in general practice, urgent care, or emergency medicine who wish to expand their exposure to specialty medicine. Candidates must be capable of managing same-day transfers and providing high-quality patient care in a 24/7 hospital environment.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 66% have no call, 84% require no weekends.
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