Part-Time Associate Veterinarian - Des Moines, IA

Overview Veterinary medicineshouldn'tcome at the expense of your wellbeing.AtIndeVets, itwon't.We'vereimagined what it means to be an associate veterinarian by replacing rigid contracts with sustainable career paths, putting you in control of your schedule and guaranteeing your income, backed by hands-on support and a trusted community.Whether you want to work one day a week or five,you choose the days that work for you while receiving a biweekly salary, benefits, and dedicated scheduling support - so your career finally works for your life, not the other way around. HowItWorks As a part-time W-2 veterinarian working 1-3 days per week,you'll learn a guaranteed salary with a schedule you control by choosing the days you want to work. Your schedule is built in advance around those preferencesby a dedicated scheduling coordinator, giving you the predictability to plan your life outside the clinic with confidence.We handle scheduling,logistics, and coordination, so you can focus on practicing medicine. You’ll have a guaranteed salary as your foundation, with theoptionto earn even more by picking upadditionalshifts when it works for you. Extra shifts can be paid out or converted intoadditionalPTO, giving you flexibility in howyou’rerewarded. You’llpractice across a variety of trusted hospital settings, gaining diverse clinical experience whilemaintainingthe consistency, support, and stability of a single employer.Interested in surgery, dentistry, ER, or urgent care?We’llwork to include those types of shifts in your schedule when possible. Nosearchingfor shifts. No rebuilding your schedule each week. Just a structured, sustainable way to stay connected to the work you love. Practice Medicine Your Way No production quotas No negative accrual No restrictive non-competes Clinical autonomy with a focus on patient care-not numbers You practice independently — butyou'renever on your own.You'llhave dedicated medical leadership and mentorship behind you every step of the way, plus a collaborative community of fellow veterinarians who genuinely get whatyou'regoing through. And when life gets heavy,you'llhave something most employers don't offer:access to a veterinary social worker.Add in ongoing CE and professional development opportunities, and this is the kind of support system that actually helpsyou grow - and stay. A Career That GrowsWithYou Leadership and mentorship opportunities Exposure to diverse clinical settings Flexibility to evolve your schedule over time A model designed to prevent burnout-not cause it Compensation & Benefits(Part-time, 1, 2, or 3 days/week) Guaranteed salary based on your selected schedule, with consistent, predictable pay Professional liability insurance (PLIT) and workers' compensation coverage 401(k) with employer contribution Paid Time Off (3-day programonly) plus paid holidays (3-day programonly) Reduced administrative burden,no shift searching, contracting, or invoicing Discounts on VIN,VETgirl, Fear Free,VetRecAI scribe,andmore Qualifications WhatWe’reLooking For: Requirements: DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited program (or equivalent) Active license (or ability to obtain) DEA + controlled substance license (as applicable) 1+ year of clinical experiencein a small animal setting Confidence practicing independently Strong communicationand client relationship skills Nice-to-Haves: GP, ER, or urgent care experience Internship training About IndeVets Founded in 2017 and led by veterinarians, IndeVets is a W-2 employment model built to bring greater stability, support, and control to veterinary careers.We combine guaranteed salary, benefits, and dedicated scheduling support with the ability to choose the days you work and build a predictable schedule around your life. Our doctors practice across trusted partner hospitals while staying supported by a centralized team, so they can focus on medicine, notlogistics. Officiallycertified as a Great Place to Work®. For more information, visit indevets.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. IndeVets is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by application federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr IndeVets