Associate Veterinarian

Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital; Colchester (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital in Colchester seeks an Associate Veterinarian to provide high-quality care and build a strong client base. Enjoy a vibrant community with outdoor activities, guided by a mentorship program that promotes professional growth and team collaboration.

Benefits

Employer-paid Short Term Disability

Complimentary Life Insurance ($25,000)

401K with company match

Health insurance options

Flexible Spending Accounts

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Referral Bonus Program

Continuing Education Program

Pet Care Discounts

Qualifications

• DVM degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care using the latest diagnostics.
• Build and maintain a solid client base.
• Promote a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Veterinary care

Client management

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Colchester Veterinary Hospital, located in a vibrant community with outdoor activities, is excited to welcome YOU to our team! Whether you enjoy building connections with pets and their owners during wellness exams or thrive in a fast-paced emergency setting, we offer the best of both worlds. Our mentorship program, supported by 9 Veterinarians and a Board-certified Surgeon, ensures professional growth. Colchester, Connecticut, offers hiking trails (Day Pond State Park), kayaking (Lake Hayward), wineries (Priam Vineyard), family activities (RecPlex Park and Spray Park, Gallery Cinemas, My Kid’s Place), and sweet treats (Scotties Frozen Custard)—making it a wonderful place to live and work.

Our services are provided in a clean, safe, and friendly environment. We aim to work as a team, leveraging each other's talents and maintaining a positive attitude. Interested in learning more? Let’s connect!

Responsibilities include:

• Providing high-quality veterinary care utilizing the latest diagnostics.
• Building and maintaining a strong client base.
• Championing the practice’s objectives and inspiring others.
• Following established hospital policies and procedures.
• Handling caseloads efficiently and maintaining accurate records using SOAP templates.
• Promoting a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing.

Benefits and Perks:

• Employer-paid Short Term Disability
• Complimentary Life Insurance ($25,000) with options for additional coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• 401K with company match (up to 3% full match, 5% partial match)
• Health insurance options (United Healthcare UMR, Kaiser for CA)
• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Long Term Disability (employee-paid)
• Fertility and Family Building Support (Progyny)
• Continuing Education Program
• Pet Care Discounts
• Paid time off (sick, personal, vacation, CE)
• AVMA Liability Insurance (PLIT)
• VIN membership
• Reimbursements for licenses and dues
• Access to online publishers (Sage, Wiley, Elsevier)
• LGBTQIA+ support programs
• Referral Bonus Program
• DailyPay on Demand

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital, committed to fostering sustainable and fulfilling careers in veterinary medicine. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected classes.