Associate Veterinarian, Colchester, Connecticut.

This well-established veterinary hospital serves a loyal and growing client base, providing comprehensive medical and surgical care to companion animals. The practice is supported by a large, experienced team of nine veterinarians, including a board-certified surgeon, allowing for collaboration on more complex cases and a strong internal referral dynamic.

The hospital is equipped with modern diagnostic and treatment technology, enabling high standards of care across preventative medicine, urgent care, and surgical services. Team culture is a clear priority — collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and mentorship are embedded into daily practice. Whether discussing cases or celebrating team wins, the environment is supportive, positive, and growth-focused.

As an Associate Veterinarian, you will provide high-quality medical and surgical care across a varied caseload that includes wellness visits, urgent care presentations, and routine surgical procedures.

You will work closely with a large and collaborative veterinary team, ensuring no one is practicing in isolation. Structured mentorship is available for early-career veterinarians, while experienced doctors will benefit from access to colleagues and specialist-level surgical insight when managing more advanced cases.

This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys variety, values teamwork, and wants to continue developing their clinical confidence in a supportive environment.

In addition to your veterinary qualifications, we are looking for someone who embodies the following qualities:

Compassion and dedication to high-quality patient care

Strong communication skills and ability to build lasting client relationships

Collaborative mindset and enjoyment of team-based medicine

Interest in managing a varied caseload including urgent care

Commitment to maintaining accurate medical records and high clinical standards

Positive attitude and desire to contribute to a supportive workplace culture

Applicants must hold (or be eligible for) a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and be licensed to practice in Connecticut.

Colchester, Connecticut offers an appealing blend of small-town charm and outdoor lifestyle. The area provides easy access to hiking, lakes, and state parks, as well as local wineries, community events, and family-friendly amenities. With a welcoming community atmosphere and proximity to larger Connecticut cities, Colchester offers both professional opportunity and quality of life balance.

To attract passionate and collaborative veterinary professionals, the hospital offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation package, typically including:

Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance and disability coverage

Continuing education allowance and structured development support

Paid professional dues and VIN membership

Generous paid time off

Employee pet care discounts

Access to wellness and family-building support programs