Full or Part Time Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Avon, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

3% retirement match

Licensing/DEA coverage

Life insurance

Pet care for your animals at no cost

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital in Avon, CT is seeking a part-time or full-time veterinarian to join our independent two-doctor small animal practice. If you value a supportive team and work-life balance, we'd love to meet you.

We offer flexible scheduling, no weekends, no late evenings, no on-call duties, and mentorship. Benefits include employer-paid health insurance, 3% retirement match, full licensing/DEA coverage, and pet care at no cost to you.

Job description

We are seeking a part-time OR full-time veterinarian to join our thriving, independently owned two-doctor small animal practice. If you're looking for a supportive team, excellent work-life balance, and the freedom to practice medicine your way, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Our practice is built around the belief that great veterinary medicine starts with a happy, well-supported team. With five experienced technicians and a commitment to maintaining excellent staffing levels, you'll have the support you need to focus on patient care.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Flexible work week
• Two-hour lunch break each day
• No weekends
• No late evening hours
• No on-call responsibilities

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Negotiable salary based on experience and interests
• Employer-paid health insurance (with only a small employee contribution)
• 3% retirement plan match
• 100% coverage of licensing, DEA, and professional fees
• Employer-paid liability and life insurance
• Continuing education encouraged and reimbursed
• In addition, all veterinary care, supplies, and boarding for your pets are provided at no cost- and yes, you are welcome to bring your dog to work!

Mentorship and Professional Growth

Whether you're a new graduate seeking guidance or an experienced veterinarian who prefers greater autonomy, we'll tailor our support to your needs. Our doctors bring years of clinical experience and enjoy sharing their knowledge. The practice owner is a former teacher, and that passion for learning and mentorship is woven into our culture.

We foster an environment of curiosity and continuous improvement. Our team enjoys learning about new treatments, technologies, and approaches to care. Regular lunch-and-learn sessions with industry representatives help us stay current and evaluate new products and techniques together.

Practice Medicine Your Way

As one of the few remaining independently owned veterinary practices in the area, we take pride in offering our veterinarians the freedom to shape their own professional interests. If you enjoy seeing exotic pets, we'd love to support that. Interested in treating pocket pets? That's entirely up to you. We encourage our doctors to pursue the areas of medicine they are most passionate about while maintaining the autonomy to practice in a way that reflects their individual strengths and interests.

If you're looking for a collaborative, forward-thinking practice that values both exceptional patient care and quality of life, we'd love to hear from you.