Associate Veterinarian

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment; West Yarmouth (MA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Health/dental/vision insurance

infertility benefits

Gender affirmation services

401k with company match

PTO

CE allowance

Parental leave

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Life insurance

Professional liability coverage

Short-term disability insurance

Pet care discount

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Tempus-Veterinary-Recruitment represents a progressive small animal hospital in Massachusetts seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a full-time role. The hospital emphasizes high-quality medicine in a collaborative, well-supported environment with advanced diagnostics and a broad surgical caseload.

The successful candidate will join a team of DVMs, providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats, with opportunities for professional growth and ongoing learning within a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold the DVM degree or equivalent and be eligible for US licensure.
• Must have right to work in the USA or visa eligibility.
• State licensure in the applying state or eligibility to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical, surgical, and preventative care for dogs and cats.
• Perform wellness exams, diagnose and treat medical conditions.
• Carry out routine and advanced surgical procedures and dentistry.
• Utilize diagnostic imaging and educate clients to develop treatment plans.

Skills

Teamwork

Mentorship

Knowledge sharing

Education

DVM or equivalent

Tools

In-house laboratory

In-house endoscopy

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Introduction

Our client is a hospital providing care for dogs and cats and is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join their team. This opportunity is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates looking to practise high-quality medicine in a collaborative, well-supported environment. With advanced diagnostic capabilities, a broad surgical caseload, and a strong focus on teamwork, the hospital provides an excellent setting for continued professional growth.

Role Description and Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventative care for dogs and cats while managing a varied caseload. Responsibilities include performing wellness and health examinations, diagnosing and treating medical conditions, carrying out routine and advanced surgical procedures, dentistry, diagnostic imaging, client education, and developing treatment plans that support excellent patient outcomes. The successful candidate will work alongside an experienced veterinary team in a collaborative environment that encourages learning, teamwork, and the delivery of exceptional patient care. This position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates.

Practice Details

This progressive small animal hospital provides comprehensive primary care and advanced veterinary services for dogs and cats. The facility features 11 examination rooms, a dedicated comfort suite with a private entrance for end-of-life care, an in-office surgical suite, an isolation ward, in-house laboratory, in-house pharmacy, in-house endoscopy, digital radiography, diagnostic imaging, multiple ultrasound units, echocardiography, EKG, endoscopy, dental radiography, Tonopen equipment, and OFA X-ray capabilities. The hospital performs advanced orthopaedic, bone and joint, soft tissue, reconstructive, reproductive, and general surgical procedures, alongside comprehensive dentistry and periodontics. Additional services include wellness and health examinations, allergy and itchy skin relief, anaesthesia, ear checks, geriatric medicine, pain management, hospitalisation, health certificates, radiology, routine surgeries, spays and neuters, ophthalmology, dermatology, cryosurgery, PennHIP evaluations, euthanasia services, and full diagnostic testing. The hospital maintains a Fear Free environment and operates Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and is closed on Sundays.

Team

The hospital is supported by a team of 9 DVMs and a great tenured support team. The collaborative culture encourages teamwork, mentorship, and knowledge sharing, creating a supportive environment where veterinarians work together to deliver exceptional patient care while continuing to develop their clinical skills.

Candidate Requirements

• Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
• Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
• Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

Salary and Benefits

Salary up to $145,000 (Annual)

• Competitive Base Salary up to $145k
• Signing Bonus
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
• 401k with company match
• PTO
• CE Allowance
• Paid Parental, Vacation, and Sick Leave
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid short-term disability insurance
• Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
• Relocation assistance (If required)

Hours: Full Time

Animal Health Care Associates- West Tisbury, MA