Small Animal Veterinarian
About The Position
Animal General in Avon is a well-established, full-service veterinary hospital serving the Farmington Valley and greater Hartford region. We provide compassionate, high-quality care to dogs and cats across all life stages-from preventative medicine and dentistry to soft-tissue surgery, internal medicine, diagnostics, and urgentâcare services. Our facility features an in-house diagnostic laboratory, surgical suites, online appointment booking, and a client-focused environment committed to strong relationships with pets and their people. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate DVM to join our clinical team, with the potential to step into a Medical Director role for the right candidate. You'll deliver top-tier veterinary care in a diverse practice setting, collaborate with experienced colleagues, and contribute to our culture of integrity, service, and compassion.
Requirements
- DVM (or equivalent) from accredited institution.
- Licensed (or eligible for license) to practice veterinary medicine in Connecticut.
- Strong interest and competence in general practice medicine and surgery.
- Excellent client communication skills and team orientation.
- For Medical Director track: leadership ability, desire to take on mentorship and management duties.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality veterinary medicine and surgery to dogs and cats (routine exams, preventive care, dental, internal medicine, soft-tissue surgery).
- Participate in diagnostics using our in-house lab and imaging capabilities.
- Educate clients and build long-term relationships.
- Collaborate with our team across departments to deliver seamless patient care.
- For the Medical Director track: leadership in clinical protocols, mentoring colleagues, driving hospital initiatives and growth.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and full-time schedule (with clear expectations and support).
- Sign-on bonus up to $75,000, dependent on experience.
- Relocation assistance available.
- Robust benefits package (to be discussed during interview).
- Opportunity for career advancement, including leadership role as Medical Director.
- Work in a supportive, well-equipped hospital with a collaborative culture and established reputation for excellence.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Personal and Laundry Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
