Urgent Care Veterinarian

United Veterinary Care; Dennis (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Pet insurance (two pets)

Short-term disability paid by employer

401(k) with company match

Health insurance options

FSA/HSA options

Dental insurance (employer-paid option

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking an Urgent Care Veterinarian based in Dennis, MA, with flexibility for part-time or full-time schedules. The role focuses on treating non-critical urgent cases that present through our ER service, with duties spanning presentation to discharge.

You’ll work with an exceptional team of nurses and clinicians, delivering gold-standard medicine and nurturing your clinical skills.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent with licensure in the state.
• All applicable state licensing requirements completed.
• DEA license (state and federal) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent care for non-critical cases and manage cases from presentation to discharge.
• Collaborate with nurses and clinicians to deliver high-quality medicine.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Licensure in applicable state

DEA license

Job description

Urgent Care Veterinarian

Dennis, MA | Part-Time or Full-Time Opportunity (Full-time roles are split between our Buzzards Bay and Dennis locations)

At Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS), we’re passionate about providing exceptional care, and just as passionate about the people who make that care possible. We’re excited to welcome a compassionate, motivated Urgent Care Veterinarian to our growing team, primarily based in Dennis, with flexibility for either part-time or full-time schedules.

About the Role

As an Urgent Care Veterinarian at CCVS, you’ll play a key role in treating non‑critical urgent cases that present through our ER service. These cases may include bandage changes, ear infections, non‑critical urinary concerns, acute lameness, and similar conditions that need timely, thoughtful care.

From presentation through discharge, you’ll deliver high‑quality medicine while continuing to grow your clinical skills and confidence. This role is a great fit for general practice veterinarians who enjoy urgent care medicine, as well as new graduates looking to build experience in a supportive, collaborative environment.

You’ll work alongside an exceptional team of skilled nurses and fellow clinicians all committed to practicing comprehensive, caring, gold‑standard medicine. Strong communication, both written and verbal, will help you thrive in this role.

What We’re Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent
• All applicable state licensing requirements completed
• DEA license (state and federal)

Compensation & Benefits (Full‑Time Team Members)

• Competitive annual salary: $130,000–$180,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and schedule
• Relocation assistance available
• Trupanion Pet Insurance (company‑paid premiums for two pets)
• Short‑term disability fully paid by employer
• Weekly grocery delivery to the hospital for meals and snacks
• Company‑sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% match up to 5% (eligible after 6 months)
• Multiple healthcare insurance plan options
• FSA or HSA options
• United Healthcare Dental (including a 100% employer‑paid premium option)
• Vision insurance options
• Long‑term disability options
• Generous Continuing Education allowance
• Scrubs and jackets provided at no cost
• Team member pet care discounts
• Paid PTO
• AVMA PLIT professional liability insurance
• VIN provided

(Benefits for part‑time team members will vary.)

About Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is a growing emergency and specialty referral hospital with locations in Buzzards Bay and Dennis, Massachusetts. As the only emergency and specialty hospital serving Cape Cod and the Islands, we offer advanced, compassionate care across nine specialties.

At CCVS, we believe investing in our people is essential to delivering exceptional patient care. We’re proud to foster a collaborative, supportive environment where professional growth is encouraged and celebrated.

As a United Veterinary Care Partner hospital, we’re committed to building sustainable, fulfilling careers while serving our community with excellence.