Small Animal Internist - New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center

PetVet Care Centers; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development resources

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider in Windsor, CT is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency Trained Small Animal Internist. This role offers a supportive environment with experienced staff and state-of-the-art facilities. Candidates must possess strong diagnostic and clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to quality care. A competitive salary of $175,000—$250,000, along with significant benefits, ensures a rewarding career while making a positive impact on animal welfare.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication skills to build relationships with clients.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
• Commitment to providing compassionate high-quality veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups.
• Maintain accurate medical records and pharmacy duties.
• Promote teamwork and collaborate with the Hospital Manager.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and clinical skills

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment

Client communication skills

Education

Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD)

1-year rotational internship

Completed AVMA approved residency program

Current State Veterinary License

Job description

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Board-Certified or Residency Trained Small Animal Internist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager. New England Veterinary Center and Cancer Care (NEVCCC) is a rapidly growing multi-specialty, emergency, and general practice in North Central Connecticut that opened in 2011. We are proud of our commitment to excellent veterinary care. By choosing NEVCCC, you would be joining a team of fun, dedicated individuals who provide a high level of medical care to our clientele. We are a full-service practice, offering a wide range of services from general wellness care to emergency and specialty referral services, including internal medicine, surgery, medical and radiation oncology, and a board certified radiologist to review radiographs and CT scans. The benefits of joining our team include:

• An 8,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility filled with top of the line equipment
• Impressive compensation with sign on bonus
• Three fully equipped surgical suites
• A high tech to DVM ratio with tenured support staff
• Monthly stipend

We are a progressive, team-oriented practice that values high-quality medicine, communication, and compassionate patient care. With a supportive team of receptionists, veterinary assistants, licensed veterinary technicians and kennel staff, our staff and doctors can maintain a balance of high-quality medicine and rewarding personal lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• 1-year rotational internship in small animal medicine, surgery, ER (university or large referral practice)
• Completed a 3-year, AVMA approved residency program
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Skills (Nice To Have)

• Board Certification
• 2-5 years of experience post-residency
• Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment
• Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital
• Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients
• Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others

What We Offer

• Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$175,000—$250,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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