Associate Veterinarian

150324 Kingdom & Sequist; Vermont; On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance + licenses

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

LTI bonuses

Referral bonus

Job summary

Sequist Animal Hospital in Morrisville, Vermont seeks an Associate Veterinarian focused on small animal surgery and preventive care. You will support a collaborative team with GP and ER experience, handling a general practice caseload and delivering compassionate client education.

The role emphasizes strong surgical skills, work-life balance, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Experienced and confident in small animal surgery.
• Ability to perform surgery independently.
• Strong communication and client-education skills.

Responsibilities

• Comfortable independently managing a general practice caseload.
• Perform small animal surgery with strong surgical skills.
• Build long-term client relationships and deliver high-quality patient care.
• Collaborate with a collaborative team to provide comprehensive veterinary services.

Skills

Small animal surgery

Caseload management

Strong communication

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Job description

Associate Veterinarian | Sequist Animal Hospital

About Our Clinic

Sequist Animal Hospital is an established small animal practice in Morrisville, Vermont, serving the community with compassionate, relationship-focused veterinary care.

We’re looking for an experienced veterinarian who brings strong surgical skills and enjoys working alongside a collaborative team with a variety of clinical backgrounds.

Check us out at: Sequist Animal Hospital

Clinic Snapshot

• Practice type: Small Animal General Practice


• Avg. daily patient volume: Approximately 14 appointments per doctor


• Support staff ratio: Approximately 1.5 techs per DVM, including 1 CVT


• Case mix: Preventive care, general medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and sick-patient care


• Schedule: Approximately 10-hour shifts with flexibility around days worked


• Appointments: 30-minute appointment blocks


• Surgery: Strong surgical skills are a priority for this role; current surgical days are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday


• Team culture: Experienced, collaborative team with a mix of GP and ER experience


• No overnight or on-call responsibilities

Total Rewards & How We Invest in You

• Up to $150,000 annual salary + production, based on experience and schedule


• DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production


• No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods


• Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings


• CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues


• Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded


• Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance


• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

• Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team


• Robust support from an experienced veterinary team and strong leadership presence


• We believe thriving teams build thriving communities


• You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to continue growing your career while bringing your own expertise to the practice

Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

• Experienced and confident in small animal surgery


• Comfortable independently managing a general practice caseload


• Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships


• A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture


• Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)


• Strong surgical skills and the ability to perform surgery independently


• Compassionate, client-centered approach to care


• Strong communication and client-education skills


• Previous clinical experience required; new graduates are not being considered for this opening

About the Area

Morrisville offers quintessential Vermont living with beautiful scenery, a welcoming community, and year-round access to the outdoors.

Located near Stowe and the Green Mountains, the area is ideal for anyone who enjoys skiing, hiking, biking, and exploring everything northern Vermont has to offer.

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