Associate Veterinarian – Small Animal Practice – Trumbull, CT

Desort; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation and student loan assistance

Employer-paid medical premiums

Continuing education allowance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and parental leave

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Desort is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a growing small animal practice in Trumbull, CT. Open to full-time or part-time candidates, including new graduates with mentorship and growth opportunities.

You will provide preventive, diagnostic, and medical care, perform wellness exams and vaccinations, and develop individualized treatment plans while educating clients and building lasting relationships with pets.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility to obtain licensure in the state of practice.
• DEA license preferred but not required.
• USDA accreditation preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, client-focused approach to veterinary medicine.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive preventative, diagnostic, and medical care for companion animals.
• Conduct wellness examinations and vaccinations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's needs.
• Educate clients about preventive healthcare and treatment options.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
• Collaborate with veterinary and support team members to provide excellent patient care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and follow appropriate veterinary standards.
• Participate in mentorship and continuing professional development.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Active veterinary license or eligibility

DEA license preferred

USDA accreditation preferred

Job description

Associate Veterinarian – Small Animal Practice – Trumbull, CT

A growing small animal veterinary practice is seeking a full-time or part-time veterinarian to join its close-knit and supportive team. This opportunity is open to both experienced veterinarians and recent graduates, with mentorship and professional growth available.

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive preventative, diagnostic, and medical care for companion animals.
• Conduct wellness examinations and vaccinations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's needs.
• Educate clients about preventive healthcare and treatment options.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
• Collaborate with veterinary and support team members to provide excellent patient care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and follow appropriate veterinary standards.
• Participate in mentorship and continuing professional development.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility to obtain licensure in the state of practice.
• DEA license preferred but not required.
• USDA accreditation preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, client-focused approach to veterinary medicine.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and schedule.
• Sign-on bonus opportunities.
• Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling.
• Relocation and student loan assistance.
• Employer-paid medical premiums.
• Professional liability coverage.
• Paid licensing, professional fees, and membership dues.
• DEA license support.
• Continuing education allowance.
• VIN membership.
• Dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plan options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Pet care discounts.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.