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Lead. Inspire. Thrive.
Managing Veterinarian Opportunity - East Brook Animal Hospital | Mansfield Center, CT
East Brook Animal Hospital is seeking an exceptional Managing Veterinarian to help lead our thriving, community-focused practice in beautiful Mansfield Center, Connecticut. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate veterinarian ready to take the next step in their career and partner with an experienced Hospital Manager to guide a talented, collaborative team.
For decades, East Brook has been trusted by the community to provide compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. We proudly combine progressive medicine with a people-first culture where patients, clients, and team members feel supported every step of the way. If you are a natural leader who values mentorship, teamwork, and medical excellence, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.
Why East Brook Animal Hospital?
At East Brook, we believe great medicine starts with a healthy, supported team. We foster a culture centered around collaboration, wellness, professional growth, and work-life balance. You'll be joining a hospital where team members genuinely enjoy working together and where leadership values your ideas, vision, and contributions.
You’ll lead alongside a strong support team including experienced CVTs, veterinary assistants, technicians, and client service representatives who are dedicated to delivering exceptional care and creating a positive client experience.
Hospital Highlights
4-doctor small animal general practice with a loyal and growing client base
Flexible 4-day workweek
No overnights, Sundays, or on-call responsibilities
Paper-lite practice environment
Collaborative, supportive team culture
Close proximity to specialty and emergency referral hospitals
Modern Equipment & Technology
New IDEXX digital radiography system with PACS and image referral
Digital dental radiography
Full in-house IDEXX laboratory plus reference lab access
Ultrasound capabilities
Fully equipped surgical suite
Dental wet table with full anesthetic monitoring
Therapeutic laser therapy
Compensation & Benefits
We offer an attractive compensation package designed to support both your personal and professional goals, including:
Competitive base salary with production-based incentives
Leadership bonus opportunities
$200,000+ earning potential depending on experience
Sign-on bonus opportunities
Relocation assistance of $20,000+ for eligible MDVM candidates through our corporate relocation partner
CE and licensing allowances
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Disability and life insurance
Generous PTO and holiday closures
Employee pet care discounts
Who We’re Looking For
We’re searching for a dynamic, team-oriented veterinarian who:
Has a passion for veterinary medicine, people, and pets
Enjoys mentoring and leading a collaborative team
Wants to make a larger impact within a hospital and community
Is skilled in dentistry and soft tissue surgery
Values client communication and education
Is excited to help shape and grow an already successful and well-respected practice
Why Mansfield Center, CT?
Nestled in the heart of eastern Connecticut, Mansfield Center offers the perfect blend of New England charm and modern convenience. Enjoy scenic hiking trails, local farms, cozy coffee shops, farmers markets, and a welcoming small-town feel - all just minutes from the vibrant University of Connecticut campus in Storrs.
The area also offers easy access to Hartford, Providence, and the Connecticut shoreline, making it an ideal place to build both a fulfilling career and lifestyle. This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to lead a passionate team, make a meaningful impact, and truly enjoy coming to work each day.
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) Overview
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.
Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next
One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
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If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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