Lead Veterinarian | Coyne Veterinary Center | Westfield, IN
Listed compensation
$150k-$165k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
$50k Sign-On Bonus + No Negative Accrual + Lead DVM Stipend
Lead Veterinarian | Flexible Full-Time Scheduling Options
General Practice + Urgent Care | Small Animal
Westfield, IN
Are you an experienced veterinarian who loves practicing medicine, supporting your team, and is ready to take the next step in your career?
Coyne Veterinary Center in Westfield, IN is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to join our growing practice! This is a great opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to remain hands-on in medicine while taking on a meaningful leadership role within a collaborative, high-quality practice.
Our state-of-the-art facility offers a wide range of services, including wellness and preventive care, surgery, and urgent care, giving our doctors the opportunity to work with a diverse caseload and make an impact every day. Our experienced and dedicated team shares a passion for providing exceptional care to pets and their families.
As our Lead Veterinarian, you’ll help guide the medical team, support the continued growth and development of our doctors, and partner with practice leadership to maintain a positive culture and high standard of medicine — all while continuing to practice the medicine you love!
Learn more: Coyne Veterinary Center - Westfield
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Coyne Veterinary Center - Westfield, our doctors enjoy a competitive base salary with monthly production compensation and no negative accrual, meaning you will never owe money back if production fluctuates. This structure rewards growth, efficiency, and strong medicine — offering true unlimited earning potential.
What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out
- $50K Sign-On Bonus + No Negative Accrual: Enjoy a competitive base salary with monthly production compensation and no negative accrual, offering strong earning potential supported by an established client base.
- Monthly Lead DVM Stipend: Receive additional compensation for taking on the Lead DVM role and supporting the continued growth of the medical team.
- Flexible Scheduling: Full-time scheduling options designed to support work-life balance.
- Comprehensive & Diverse Caseload: Practice across wellness, surgery, and urgent care with opportunities to explore and develop your individual clinical interests.
- State-of-the-Art Facility: Access advanced equipment including ultrasound, digital radiography, laser therapy, and fully equipped dental and surgical suites.
- Experienced Support Team: Work alongside a dedicated support staff that helps our doctors maximize efficiency and stay focused on practicing medicine.
- Collaborative, Laid-Back Culture: Enjoy an environment that values teamwork, autonomy, and collaboration without micromanaging.
- Leadership with a Voice: Help develop fellow doctors, influence medical standards and hospital culture, and play an active role in the continued growth of the practice. Community Engagement: Join a practice that is actively involved in local rescue efforts and the surrounding community.
What The Role Entails
- Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and urgent care to our patients
- Serve as a clinical leader and trusted resource for the veterinary team
- Support, coach, and mentor fellow veterinarians while encouraging continued learning and professional development
- Help maintain high standards of medicine and consistency in patient care
- Partner with practice leadership to support the continued growth and success of the hospital
- Foster a positive, collaborative culture where doctors and team members feel supported
- Build strong relationships with clients and provide compassionate care to pets and their families
- Lead by example while remaining actively involved in day-to-day patient care
What We’re Looking For
- Experienced small animal veterinarian comfortable practicing independently
- Strong communicator who enjoys supporting and developing other doctors
- Collaborative and approachable leadership style
- Comfortable with a mix of general practice and urgent care cases
- Interest in helping shape hospital culture, medical standards, and continued growth
- Previous leadership experience is a plus, but not required for the right experienced veterinarian who is ready to take the next step
Life in Westfield
Westfield, IN is a wonderful place to call home, offering welcoming neighborhoods, highly regarded schools, plenty of parks and outdoor activities, and the Grand Park Sports Campus. With Indianapolis just a short drive away, you can enjoy the charm and community of suburban living while still having easy access to everything the city has to offer.
Coyne Veterinary Center - Westfield is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners (CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and culture, we’re united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people—starting with the people on our teams. That means giving our doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.
Coyne Veterinary Center - Westfield + CVP Difference
- Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations.
- Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 140+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
- Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey, our platform for confidential support for you, your family, and friends.
- Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team.
- Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement programs.
And through CVP’s shared values: Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand. We create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.
Other Benefits of Our Community
- Sign-on Bonus and Relocation assistance available.
- No Negative Accrual EVER.
- Generous PTO + Paid Parental Leave – Because burnout is out and balance is in.
- Yearly CE Funds + Paid Time Off Just for CE – Learn, grow, and level up without burning your vacation days.
- We Cover the Fees – State licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT? Handled.
- 401(k) Match + Equity Opportunities – Real wealth-building, not just a paycheck.
- Pet care discounts so your own pets get the royal treatment they deserve.
- Team Recognition Programs – From shout-outs to bonus rewards, we love giving credit where it’s due. (We see you, tech and support staff)
Why fall in love with Vet Med again?
You’ll do medicine that matters, with people you’ll actually want to hang out with, in a place that supports your growth. Whether it’s this practice or one of the other 150+ clinics in our community, I’d love to hear about what’s most important to you in your next role and see if we have a great fit!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
The Lead Veterinarian will provide high-quality medical, surgical, and urgent care while serving as a clinical leader for the veterinary team. They are responsible for mentoring fellow doctors, maintaining high medical standards, and partnering with practice leadership to foster a positive hospital culture.
Requirements
The ideal candidate is an experienced small animal veterinarian who is comfortable practicing independently and possesses strong communication skills. Previous leadership experience is considered a plus, along with an interest in shaping hospital culture and medical standards.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$158k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $169k in an average-cost state. 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 49 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $150k–$165k | Veterinary Medicine median $138k (middle half $120k–$155k)440 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$169k in purchasing power | Indiana index 93.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Indiana | 43 active | 3,116 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 76% no call · 65% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $50k sign-on | US healthcare professional listings: 46% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 10% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 998 in the last 30 days | 523 the 30 days before (+91%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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