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Job Description:
Our client is seeking an experienced Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to join a long-established, independently operated companion animal hospital offering a relaxed working environment and excellent schedule. This opportunity would suit a veterinarian who is already comfortable handling routine consultations, medical cases, dentistry, and general surgery without requiring close supervision. The position is designed around a four-day working week with no weekend commitments, no emergency responsibilities, and predictable daytime hours.
The caseload provides a balanced mix of morning appointments followed by surgical and dental procedures, with further consultations and patient discharges later in the day. Clinical facilities include an IDEXX in-house laboratory, digital radiography, and therapeutic laser equipment. Surgical work commonly includes spays, neuters, mass removals, dentistry, splenectomies, bladder procedures, and selected abdominal surgeries, while more complex orthopaedic cases can be referred externally.
This is an especially attractive opportunity for a veterinarian who values autonomy and would like to become an important part of a well-established community practice. Sole-charge work will form part of the role, with scope to expand available services over time. For the right individual, there may also be an opportunity to explore future practice ownership as the current owner gradually plans for retirement.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
Managing a varied schedule of small animal consultations and medical work-ups
Performing routine soft tissue surgery and a broad range of dental procedures
Using in-house diagnostics and digital imaging to investigate and manage cases
Working independently and taking responsibility for clinical decisions during sole-charge periods
Building lasting relationships with clients through practical, personalised veterinary care
Qualifications Needed:
DVM or equivalent veterinary qualification with eligibility for Massachusetts licensure
Previous small animal clinical experience, as this position is not intended for a new graduate
Confidence handling routine consultations, dentistry, surgery, and everyday medical cases independently
Sound clinical judgement with the ability to recognise when referral is appropriate
Strong communication skills and an approachable, self-sufficient working style
Package:
Four-day working week, typically Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Daytime schedule of approximately 8am–5pm
No weekend requirements
No emergency or on-call responsibilities
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