Associate Veterinarian – Edgartown, Massachusetts

Supreme Search Specialists; Edgartown (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Flexible Scheduling

Ownership Opportunities

Mentorship

Job summary

Supreme Search Specialists in Edgartown, Massachusetts, seeks an Associate Veterinarian to join a well-established small animal practice. The role offers a base salary of $125,000–$150,000 per year plus production-based earnings, plus a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

The practice emphasizes dogs and cats, with opportunities in surgery, dentistry, preventative care, and diagnostics. New graduates are welcome and mentorship is available.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Massachusetts veterinary license or eligibility.
• Strong interest in small animal medicine and preventative care.
• Experience or interest in small animal surgery and dentistry.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload including urgent care.
• Willingness to mentor new graduates and pursue CE.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care for dogs, cats, and other companion animals.
• Conduct comprehensive exams and develop diagnostic/treatment plans.
• Deliver vaccinations and preventative care.
• Perform routine surgery and dentistry as appropriate.
• Treat urgent conditions and minor injuries.
• Interpret labs and imaging and manage anesthesia/pain control.
• Educate owners on preventive care and long-term health.
• Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate with team.

Skills

DVM/VMD

Small animal medicine

Clinical examinations

Surgery

Dentistry

Exotic animal interest

Independent work

Client communication

Professional development

Education

DVM or VMD

Tools

Digital Radiography

Ultrasound

In-house Laboratory

Job description

Associate Veterinarian – Edgartown, Massachusetts | $125,000–$150,000 + Production Bonus

Location: Edgartown, Massachusetts

Position: Associate Veterinarian (DVM/VMD)

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time, Part-Time or Relief

Salary: $125,000–$150,000 Per Year + Production Bonus

Schedule: Flexible Scheduling | Work-Life Balance

Sign-On Bonus: Available

Additional Incentives: Relocation Assistance | Potential Ownership Opportunities

Benefits: 401(k) | Comprehensive Healthcare | Paid CE | New Graduate Mentorship | Clinical Autonomy | Employee Pet Discounts

About the Role

An excellent opportunity is available for an Associate Veterinarian to join an established small animal veterinary practice in Edgartown, Massachusetts.

Offering a base salary of $125,000–$150,000 per year, production-based earning opportunities, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and flexible scheduling, this position provides an attractive opportunity for veterinarians seeking a rewarding career in companion animal medicine.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality veterinary care to a varied caseload, primarily involving dogs and cats, with opportunities to treat exotic companion animals and manage occasional urgent care presentations.

This position offers an excellent combination of general veterinary medicine, surgery, dentistry, preventative healthcare, and diagnostic investigations, providing opportunities to develop a broad range of clinical skills.

Veterinarians will benefit from clinical autonomy, modern diagnostic equipment, experienced support staff, and opportunities to pursue individual clinical interests.

The practice encourages a collaborative approach to veterinary medicine, with a strong emphasis on compassionate patient care, client communication, and continued professional development.

New graduates are encouraged to apply, with dedicated mentorship available to support clinical confidence and professional growth.

Experienced veterinarians seeking a varied caseload, greater clinical autonomy, and potential long-term ownership opportunities are equally welcomed.

About the Practice

This established veterinary practice provides comprehensive veterinary services to companion animals throughout Edgartown, Massachusetts, and the surrounding communities.

The practice offers a welcoming, collaborative clinical environment supported by experienced veterinarians, skilled veterinary technicians, and dedicated support staff.

Clinical services include preventative healthcare, wellness examinations, diagnostic imaging, dentistry, general surgery, urgent care, and ongoing medical management.

The caseload primarily focuses on dogs and cats, with opportunities to provide veterinary care to small mammals, birds, reptiles, and other exotic companion animals, depending on clinical experience and interests.

Veterinarians benefit from access to modern diagnostic equipment, digital radiography, dental imaging, ultrasound, in-house laboratory facilities, and surgical resources, supporting a broad range of medical and surgical cases.

The practice emphasizes evidence-based veterinary medicine, individualized treatment plans, and low-stress handling techniques, helping create a positive experience for patients, clients, and veterinary professionals.

A skilled veterinary support team assists with patient handling, diagnostics, treatment administration, and clinical procedures, allowing veterinarians to focus on delivering excellent medical care.

The working environment promotes clinical autonomy, teamwork, and continued professional development, with opportunities to expand expertise in surgery, dentistry, exotic animal medicine, and other areas of interest.

Located in Edgartown, Massachusetts, the area offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches, sailing, outdoor recreation, scenic countryside, and a welcoming year-round community.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to dogs, cats, and other companion animals.
• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Deliver preventative healthcare services, including vaccinations, wellness examinations, and parasite prevention.
• Diagnose and manage a broad range of medical conditions affecting companion animals.
• Perform routine surgical procedures and dental treatments appropriate to clinical experience.
• Assess and treat patients presenting with urgent medical conditions and minor injuries.
• Interpret laboratory results, diagnostic imaging, and other clinical findings.
• Provide appropriate anesthesia, pain management, and post-operative care.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical findings.
• Provide veterinary care to exotic companion animals where appropriate to training and experience.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans where necessary.
• Educate pet owners on preventative care, nutrition, medications, and long-term health management.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient medical records.
• Collaborate with veterinary colleagues and support staff to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
• Promote compassionate handling techniques and a low-stress approach to patient care.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development activities.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and supportive working environment.

Candidate Profile

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent from an accredited veterinary institution.
• Active Massachusetts veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Strong interest in small animal medicine, preventative healthcare, and general veterinary practice.
• Confidence in clinical examinations, diagnostic interpretation, and treatment planning appropriate to experience.
• Interest or experience in small animal surgery and veterinary dentistry.
• Comfortable treating exotic companion animals or enthusiastic about developing skills in exotic animal medicine.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload, including occasional urgent care presentations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and professional approach to patient care and client relationships.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative veterinary team.
• Strong commitment to client education and evidence-based veterinary medicine.
• Interest in continuing education and developing additional clinical expertise.
• DEA registration and USDA accreditation are advantageous but not essential.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply, with structured mentorship and clinical support available.
• Experienced veterinarians seeking clinical autonomy and long-term career progression are equally welcomed.

Compensation & Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive compensation package designed to support financial wellbeing, work-life balance, and long-term career progression.

Benefits include:

• Base Salary: $125,000–$150,000 per year, depending on experience, qualifications, and scheduling arrangements.
• Production Bonus: Additional performance-based earning opportunities.
• Sign-On Bonus: Available for eligible candidates.
• Relocation Assistance: Financial support available for veterinarians relocating to Edgartown.
• Flexible Scheduling: Full-time, part-time, and relief working arrangements available.
• Work-Life Balance: Scheduling flexibility designed to support personal and professional commitments.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees.
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits.
• Life Insurance: Employer-supported life insurance benefits.
• Supplemental Insurance: Additional insurance coverage options.
• Continuing Education: Paid CE allowance and professional development support.
• Professional Licensing: Assistance with veterinary licensing and professional fees.
• Professional Memberships: Coverage of eligible veterinary association memberships and dues.
• Professional Liability Insurance: Employer-supported veterinary liability coverage.
• Veterinary Mentorship: Dedicated clinical mentorship for recent graduates and veterinarians developing their skills.
• Exotic Animal Medicine: Opportunities to develop experience in treating a wider range of companion animal species.
• Modern Clinical Resources: Access to diagnostic imaging, laboratory equipment, and surgical facilities.
• Clinical Autonomy: Freedom to make informed medical decisions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Career Progression: Opportunities to develop additional clinical expertise and pursue leadership responsibilities.
• Ownership Opportunities: Potential pathways toward future practice ownership.
• Employee Assistance: Access to confidential employee support resources.
• Employee Pet Benefits: Discounted veterinary care for employees' pets.
• Collaborative Environment: Support from experienced veterinary colleagues and dedicated clinical staff.

Certain benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements and employment terms.