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Veterinarian

Fort Wayne, IN

A veterinary career designed around you.

Practice exceptional medicine with the support of a community that values your independence, wellbeing, and growth.

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Build a career that supports your passion - and your life.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills, practice great medicine alongside a supportive team, and build a career that fits your goals and lifestyle. With flexible scheduling, opportunities for continued growth, medical independence, and a connected community behind you, you can thrive both professionally and personally.

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Key traits that drive our vets.

Discover the qualities that help our team work and make a real impact on patients—and the practice.

  • Compassionate
  • Collaborative
  • Adaptable
  • Progressive
  • Reliable
  • Curious

Supporting you at work and beyond

  • Support at work and beyond
  • Benefits tailored to your needs
  • Career growth that fits your goals
  • Freedom to practice your medicine

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Join Our Exceptional Veterinary Team in Fort Wayne, IN


Are you a dedicated and compassionate veterinarian seeking a collaborative environment where high-quality medicine and work-life balance truly coexist? St. Joe Center Veterinary Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is looking for a motivated DVM to join our team. As a Gold Feline Friendly Certified Hospital committed to Fear Free principles, we provide exceptional care for our canine and feline patients in a calm, low-stress setting.


We welcome veterinarians of any experience level - offering tailored mentorship, a strong support network, and the resources to help you thrive personally and professionally.


Why You’ll Love Working Here

Comprehensive Small Animal Care
Our hospital provides full-spectrum care, including preventive medicine, internal medicine, surgery, and dentistry. Every day offers variety and the opportunity to make meaningful connections with patients and clients alike.

Advanced Rehabilitation Services
We’re proud to offer the area’s most complete veterinary rehabilitation program, including:

  • Underwater treadmill
  • Laser therapy
  • Therapeutic gym with exercise equipment
  • Muscle stimulation
  • Custom orthopedic braces
  • Massage therapy

These specialized services set our hospital apart and provide our doctors with unique opportunities to help patients recover and thrive.

Outstanding Technician Support
Our practice is technician-heavy, with seven Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) plus dedicated rehabilitation technicians. Each doctor is supported by at least two technicians, and there are two RVTs present in surgery at all times, ensuring you can focus on practicing medicine with confidence and efficiency.

Cutting-Edge Equipment
We invest in advanced diagnostic and treatment tools—including digital radiography, IDEXX in-house lab, ultrasound, dental equipment, and rehabilitation technology—to deliver the highest standard of care. We also welcome input from our doctors regarding new equipment or technologies that enhance our capabilities.

True Work-Life Balance
We prioritize the well-being of our team. There are no after-hours or on-call responsibilities, and no weekend shifts. Our patients receive overnight or specialty care through our sister hospital, NIVES, located next door.

Mentorship and Continuing Education
Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned clinician, you’ll receive individualized mentorship and support for professional growth. We encourage the pursuit of special interests—such as rehabilitation, acupuncture, or advanced dentistry—and provide a continuing education allowance to help you expand your skills.

Compensation & Benefits

We value our team and show it through a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive salary with sign-on and retention bonuses
  • Relocation assistance
  • CE allowance
  • Uniform allowance
  • Access to Plumb’s online
  • Employee Pet Care Discount and Friends & Family discount
  • No weekends or on-call
  • Supportive, positive work culture focused on collaboration and growth


About Fort Wayne

Located in the heart of Indiana, Fort Wayne offers a high quality of life with affordable living, top-rated schools, and a thriving arts and cultural scene. With 85 public parks, family-friendly neighborhoods, and year-round festivals, it’s an inviting community to call home.


If you’re ready to join a progressive, Fear Free hospital that values both exceptional medicine and genuine work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
•We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
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If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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Your wellbeing & the benefits to back it up

We offer support that goes beyond the basics. Our benefits are designed to meet you where you are in your practice—and your life.

  • Health & Wellness Benefits

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  • 401(k) Savings

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  • Flexible Schedules

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  • Competitive Compensation

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  • Work-Life Balance

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  • Growth & Development

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NVA is a great choice because of the options they give you. Not only is there a variety of practices you can be in, but if you want to reach beyond that, if there's something beyond just straight patient care that you are interested in, if you have other goals or dreams or aspirations and is going to find a way to make them happen for you, their focus is growth. And so they will find a way for you to grow as a veterinarian, achieve what you want to achieve and be the best that you can be.

Dr. Elise Frank, Belmont Shore Veterinary Hospital, Long Beach

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