The Job Opportunity:
A well-established small animal veterinary practice is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join an experienced, supportive, and collaborative medical team.

This opportunity is well suited to a veterinarian who values thoughtful, evidence-based medicine and compassionate patient care. The practice offers a diverse caseload, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and a team culture that encourages collaboration, mentorship, and continued professional growth.

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, providing flexibility for veterinarians at different stages of their careers. Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship.

Practice Information:
The practice is an established small animal hospital with an exceptionally experienced team and a strong commitment to high-quality medicine.  The practice sees a broad range of companion animal cases, from routine preventive care to more advanced surgical and dental needs.

Hospital credentials and features include:

• AAHA Accredited
• Commitment to Fear Free medicine
• Ultrasound
• Full-digital radiography
• Advanced surgical capabilities
• Comprehensive dentistry
• Preventive and wellness medicine
• Experienced veterinary and support team
• Supportive environment focused on collaboration and professional development

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality preventive, wellness, medical, surgical, and dental care
• Perform comprehensive examinations and develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Manage a diverse small animal caseload
• Practice evidence-based medicine while maintaining excellent standards of patient care
• Utilize ultrasound, digital radiography, and other diagnostic resources appropriately
• Incorporate Fear Free and compassionate patient-handling techniques whenever possible
• Perform surgical and dental procedures appropriate to training and experience
• Communicate medical findings, treatment options, and recommendations clearly and compassionately
• Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and their pets
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and other members of the veterinary team
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records
• Participate in continuing education and professional development
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented practice culture
• Share knowledge and support a culture of lifelong learning
• Uphold the highest standards of veterinary ethics and patient care

Job Applicant Requirements:

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent graduate of an accredited veterinary program
• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Connecticut or eligible to obtain licensure
• Committed to evidence-based medicine and exceptional patient care
• Comfortable managing a diverse small animal caseload
• Interested in utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment technology
• Compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated to the wellbeing of patients and their families
• A strong communicator who enjoys developing lasting client relationships
• A collaborative team member who enjoys learning and sharing knowledge
• Curious and committed to lifelong professional development
• Dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of veterinary medicine and professional ethics
• New graduates are welcome and will receive dedicated mentorship
• Schedule & Work-Life Balance

The practice offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate different professional and personal needs.

• Full-time or part-time opportunities
• Weekday daytime hours
• Saturday daytime hours
• Hospital closed Sundays
• Relief scheduling may also be considered
• No overnight or on-call schedule was specified

Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive compensation is available and will reflect the veterinarian’s experience, clinical skills, qualifications, schedule, and other relevant credentials.  Eligible team members may have access to benefits and professional development resources based on employment status and eligibility, which may include:

• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
• Access to WOOF University and extensive veterinary learning resources
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
• Retirement savings plan with company match, based on eligibility
• Health, dental, and vision benefits, based on eligibility
• Mental health and financial wellness resources
• Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave, based on eligibility
• Professional development and career-growth opportunities
• Dedicated mentorship for new graduates
• Access to a broad network of veterinary professionals and specialists
• Additional employee benefits based on employment status and eligibility

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