Associate Veterinarian

Tempus Recruitment; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Maternity Leave (4 weeks)

Wellness Programs

Continuing Education allowance

Personal Liability Insurance

VIN/VMS Membership

Job summary

Tempus Recruitment is recruiting for a full-time Associate Veterinarian at a AAHA-accredited small animal hospital serving dogs and cats. The practice emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and ongoing education to grow professionally within a supportive team.

You will perform wellness exams, diagnose and treat conditions, develop treatment plans, and educate pet owners, while collaborating with staff to ensure excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform wellness examinations and diagnose medical conditions.
• Develop treatment plans and educate pet owners.
• Collaborate with support staff to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
• Provide anesthesia, dentistry, soft tissue surgery and other procedures.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and clear client communication.

Skills

Client communication

Wellness exams

Team collaboration

Mentorship participation

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Our client is a hospital providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats and is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join their team. This AAHA-accredited small animal practice is dedicated to delivering exceptional veterinary medicine while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where veterinarians can grow professionally. With a strong reputation for quality care and a commitment to ongoing education and mentorship, this is an excellent opportunity for veterinarians seeking to practice high-quality medicine within a well-supported team.

Role Description and Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will be responsible for providing comprehensive medical care while building lasting relationships with clients and their pets. Daily responsibilities include performing wellness examinations, diagnosing and treating medical conditions, developing treatment plans, educating pet owners, and collaborating closely with support staff to ensure excellent patient outcomes. Clinical exposure includes wellness and preventive care, urgent care, diagnostics, anesthesia, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, mass removals, cystotomies, pain management, cardiology consultations, ophthalmology cases, and a variety of advanced medical and surgical procedures. The role also involves clear communication with clients, maintaining high standards of patient care, and contributing positively to the hospital’s collaborative culture. This opportunity is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates.

This AAHA-accredited hospital provides a comprehensive range of services focused on delivering high-quality small animal medicine. Services include wellness and prevention, testing and diagnostics, urgent care, advanced care, pet surgery, dental surgery, anesthesia, cardiology, ophthalmology, pain management, domestic health certificates, OFA certification services, and preventive healthcare. Surgical procedures include spay and neuter surgeries, soft tissue surgery, mass removals, cystotomies, and dental surgery. The hospital utilizes modern anesthetic protocols and advanced monitoring equipment to ensure patient safety throughout surgical and dental procedures. Access to specialty consultation resources and ongoing professional development opportunities further supports the delivery of advanced medicine. Hospital hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and closed on Sundays.

Team

The hospital is supported by 4 DVMs and a great tenured support team. The culture emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, continuing education, and professional development. Team members work together in a supportive environment where communication, shared knowledge, and exceptional patient care are at the center of daily practice.

Package

• Guaranteed Competitive Base Salary up to $170k
• Monthly production-based bonuses with no negative accrual
• Relocation Assistance (as needed)
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with Employer Match
• 4- Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Wellness Programs
• Company Paid Continuing Education allowance + Dedicated PTO to attend
• Company Paid Personal Liability Insurance
• Company Paid VIN Membership and VMS Membership