Veterinarian
About The Position
Suffield Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time veterinarian to join our five-doctor general practice. Established in 1983, our hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets, including rabbits, ferrets, and birds. Our doctors bring interests in dentistry, exotics, and behavior, creating an environment where you can collaborate with colleagues while enjoying a varied caseload. We are looking for a kind, collaborative veterinarian who enjoys building lasting client relationships and supporting the human-animal bond. The ideal candidate is comfortable with canine and feline dentistry and performing routine general practice and soft tissue surgeries each week. Experience with exotic pet dentistry is a plus.
Requirements
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited institution
- A valid veterinary license in the state of Connecticut
- Confidence providing general medical care and canine and feline dentistry
- Willingness to perform routine and soft tissue surgeries weekly
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to client education
- A kind, inclusive, collaborative approach to working with colleagues
- Dedication to compassionate care and a “say yes to pets” attitude
Nice To Haves
- Experience with exotic pet dentistry
- Interest or experience in exotic pet care
Responsibilities
- Provide preventive care, medical workups, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery for small animal patients.
- Care for exotic pets.
- Provide care for wildlife.
- Accommodate urgent and emergency visits for established clients when time and doctor availability allow.
- Collaborate with colleagues.
- Build lasting client relationships.
- Support the human-animal bond.
- Perform routine general practice and soft tissue surgeries each week.
- Provide canine and feline dentistry.
- Incorporate selected Fear Free handling techniques to help reduce stress during visits.
Benefits
- Base salary of $130,000–$150,000, plus ProSal with no negative accrual
- Sign-on bonus available
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Paid holidays, PTO, and continuing education days
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance and pet care discounts
- Relocation assistance and employment sponsorship
- Plumb’s/VIN membership
- Covered professional dues, license fees, and AVMA-PLIT coverage
- Partnership opportunities through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP), with operational, marketing, and financial support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
