Job ID: CT24565

Plainfield, Connecticut, US

Discipline

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary (Annual)

Up to $300,000

Hours

Full Time

Equipment Digital X-Ray Digital Dental X-Ray Ultrasound In-House Labs Surgical Laser

Recruiter

Vicki Gerry

+1 (332) 699-4035

Associate Veterinarian

The Package

Salary up to $300,000 (Annual)

  • Competitive Base Salary up to $300k + Production
  • Signing Bonus
  • Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
  • 401k with company match
  • PTO
  • CE Allowance
  • Paid Parental, Vacation, and Sick Leave
  • 100% paid life insurance
  • 100% paid professional liability coverage
  • 100% paid short-term disability insurance 
  • Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
  • Relocation assistance (If required)

Job Description

Introduction
Our client is a hospital providing comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats and is seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced veterinarian or a new graduate to join a supportive practice that combines advanced medicine, modern technology, and a collaborative team environment. The hospital is committed to delivering high-quality patient care while supporting professional growth and work-life balance.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical care for dogs and cats, managing a varied general practice caseload that includes wellness care, preventative medicine, internal medicine, diagnostics, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, and routine surgical procedures. The role offers the opportunity to work with advanced equipment while delivering world-class veterinary medicine and building lasting relationships with clients. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with an experienced veterinary team and skilled support staff in a fear-free environment. This opportunity is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates.

Practice Details
This full-service small animal hospital is equipped with advanced technology to support a wide range of medical and surgical services. Equipment includes a surgical laser, digital dental radiology, ultrasound, and surgical cautery, with a strong commitment to hands-free radiology to promote team safety. The hospital operates under fear-free principles, with all team members trained to create a low-stress experience for patients. Services include advanced care, primary care, digital radiology, ultrasound, laser surgery, soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, in-house laboratory services, in-house pharmacy, full diagnostics, dental care, dental radiographs, general surgery, routine surgeries, spays and neuters, anesthesia, pain management, hospitalization, health examinations, health certificates, allergy and itchy skin relief, feline hyperthyroidism treatment, ear checks, isolation facilities, euthanasia services, and pet loss support. The hospital is open Monday and Tuesday from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Thursday from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Team
The hospital is supported by a team of 4 DVMs and a great tenured support team. The veterinary team includes experienced doctors and a highly skilled cross-trained support staff, many of whom have been with the practice for more than 10 years, creating a collaborative environment focused on mentorship, teamwork, and continuous professional development.

Candidate Requirements 

  • Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
  • Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
  • Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

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