Associate Veterinarian | GP + UC + ER | Mentorship Available

Job Description

Job Description

Coyne Veterinary Center St. John – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together 

$50k Sign-On Bonus + No Negative Accrual 

Full-Time Associate Veterinarian | New Grads Welcome!
Small Animal + Exotics | GP / UC / ER

St. John, Indiana

Looking for a hospital where you can practice high-quality medicine without sacrificing support, flexibility, or work-life balance?

Coyne Veterinary Center – St. John is an AAHA-accredited, full-service hospital where veterinarians enjoy medical autonomy, a highly skilled support team, and the opportunity to practice a wide variety of medicine including general practice, urgent care, surgery, dentistry, and emergency cases. Our doctors benefit from flexible scheduling, collaborative case support when desired, and a team culture that has helped us achieve an average DVM tenure of nearly seven years.

Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a long-term home or a newer graduate seeking mentorship and hands-on guidance, you'll find the resources, support, and professional growth opportunities needed to build a rewarding career at Coyne St. John.

Learn More: Coyne Veterinary Center – St. John

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

At Coyne Veterinary Center, 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.

Why Veterinarians Choose Coyne St. John: 

• Flexible scheduling options, including 3- or 4-day work weeks
• Shared weekend rotation (typically every 3rd–4th weekend)
• Exceptional doctor retention – our veterinarians average nearly 7 years of tenure with the practice
• Structured mentorship and hands-on support for both new graduates and experienced DVMs
• Dedicated Lead DVM support and collaborative case discussions
• Medical autonomy with a supportive team always available for a second opinion
• 20–30+ minute appointments that allow you to practice high-quality, thoughtful medicine
• Strong support staff structure, including dedicated room assistants and treatment technicians
• AAHA-accredited hospital with advanced diagnostics, modern equipment, and diverse case exposure
• Opportunity to practice a wide range of medicine, including GP, urgent care, surgery, dentistry, and emergency cases all under one roof

What You’ll Have Access To:

• AAHA-accredited, full-service hospital
• CT, ultrasound, digital radiology, and in-house diagnostics
• Wellness, surgery, dentistry, urgent care, diagnostics, and emergency cases
• High production opportunity supported by an established, loyal client base
• CE support and long-term growth opportunities
• Full-time or part-time flexible scheduling

The Environment: 

• This is not a “sink or swim” hospital.
• You will not be expected to practice alone, figure everything out yourself, or sacrifice quality medicine just to push volume. The team values communication, collaboration, efficiency, and supporting each other on difficult days.
• For experienced veterinarians, this can be a place to practice advanced medicine with strong support around you.
• For newer graduates, this is a place where confidence can grow naturally with mentorship, guidance, and a team that wants to teach.

Life in St. John:
St. John, Indiana offers a welcoming community feel while still providing easy access to Northwest Indiana suburbs and the Chicago area. The area is known for great schools, safe neighborhoods, parks, restaurants, and a high quality of life.

Coyne Veterinary Center 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 + 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.

#LI-NB1