Associate Veterinarian

COVE Animal Health; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options after 90 days

Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer match

Signing bonus

Fully paid short- and long-term disability insurance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous continuing education allowance

Job summary

COVE Animal Health is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for its Pieper Veterinary Berlin Street location in Middletown, CT. This role offers a chance to provide exceptional companion animal medicine while building strong client relationships in a collaborative environment.

The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, including equity options, a 401(k) plan, and continuing education allowances. We prioritize growth, mentorship, and well-being, ensuring that each team member succeeds.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree required.
• Eligibility for Connecticut veterinary licensure is necessary.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality companion animal medicine.
• Build lasting client relationships.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced veterinary professionals.

Skills

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Collaborative mindset

Passion for providing exceptional companion animal medicine

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Eligibility for Connecticut veterinary licensure

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Associate Veterinarian – Pieper Veterinary Berlin Street

Middletown, CT

At Pieper Veterinary Berlin Street, we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional people. We’re looking for an Associate Veterinarian who is passionate about building lasting client relationships, collaborating with an experienced team, and delivering high-quality companion animal medicine in a supportive, team-first environment.

Located in the heart of Middletown, our Berlin Street hospital has been a trusted part of the community for decades. As part of the Pieper Veterinary family, you’ll enjoy the close-knit feel of a neighborhood practice backed by the collaboration, resources, and career opportunities of one of Connecticut’s premier veterinary organizations. Our team provides comprehensive wellness care, surgery, dentistry, preventive medicine, and urgent care while working seamlessly with Pieper’s renowned specialty and emergency hospitals when advanced care is needed.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Collaborative, experienced team that values mentorship and teamwork
• Modern equipment and highly trained support staff
• Access to specialty and emergency colleagues throughout the Pieper network
• A culture built on compassion, collaboration, continuous learning, and clinical excellence
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and mentorship

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your career, your financial future, and your well-being, including:

• Equity options after 90 days of employment
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match and immediate vesting
• Signing bonus
• Fully paid short‑and long‑term disability insurance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous continuing education allowance
• Paid DEA registration and Connecticut state licensing fees
• Paid AVMA, CVMA, and VIN membership dues
• Eligibility for medical benefits and the 401(k) begins the first of the month following your start date—no long waiting periods

What We’re Looking For

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
• Eligibility for Connecticut veterinary licensure
• A passion for providing exceptional companion animal medicine
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to outstanding patient care
• Interest in practicing high-quality medicine while continuing to learn and grow

When you join Pieper Veterinary, you’re joining a team that believes in supporting one another, investing in professional development, and delivering exceptional care to every patient and client we serve.

If you’re looking for a place where you’ll be empowered to practice great medicine, surrounded by talented colleagues, and supported throughout your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover what makes Pieper Veterinary Berlin Street an exceptional place to build your veterinary career.