Small Animal Veterinarian with Surgery Focus and Ownership Path

Come to the beautiful coast of Maine! We are a privately owned practice with our seasoned staff. Our team is well trained, warm, welcoming, and collaborative.

*Kittery Animal Hospital Inc.*
Kittery, Maine USA

* Flexible schedule and the balance needed to support personal life!
* Bring your surgical interest and passion for the best small animal medicine
* Help us to place pets into perfect homes through our shelter adoption program

If you’re a veterinarian who loves the full scope of small animal medicine, this might be your fur-ever home. Our AAHA-accredited private practice has deep community roots, supportive team environment, and genuine commitment to life balance. Whether you’re drawn to wellness care, shelter medicine, surgery, adoptions, or simply love the variety, you’ll find your happy place here.

*About us*

We’re led by Dr. Scott Moffat, who has a passion for wellness care and preventive medicine. He’s created a practice culture where animals come first and relationships truly matter. Dr. Moffat has owned our practice since 1988, and he’s a 1985 graduate of Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine with a Master of Science in Zoology from the University of Connecticut. Over nearly four decades, he’s built something special – a practice rooted in compassion, honesty, and exceptional veterinary care.

*Our team* is incredibly stable and supportive. Rosemary, our practice manager, and many of our team members have been with us for over twenty years, creating an environment where people genuinely care about each other and the work. Flexibility for personal needs isn’t just talked about here – it’s lived every day. We regularly partner with local colleges and universities for technician and pre-vet student internships, often retaining students for several years, creating opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

This AAHA-accredited practice primarily serves dogs and cats, with the occasional pocket pet to keep things interesting. We take pride in being an accessible, trusted partner for pet owners throughout the Kittery community and surrounding areas. When clients have questions, they call. When they need guidance, we’re there. It’s veterinary medicine built on deep community relationships and genuine care.

*Testimonial:*

I work at Kittery Animal Hospital because I like to help people and their pets, and the team here is just awesome. People form very special bonds with their furry family members. When I see this here it makes me happy to assist them in keeping their pets healthy and happy. Whether it be answering a question, performing a service, or booking an appointment with their favorite Vet, I enjoy helping people who love their pets – Donna F – Veterinary Technician

*About this role*

This is a full-time position where you’ll make a meaningful impact as part of an three-doctor practice. You’ll work alongside Dr. Moffat, whose focus on wellness and preventive care pairs beautifully with someone who enjoys surgery. We are also looking for a mentorship to ownership position for the right person.

* Perform soft tissue surgical procedures, including routine spays and neuters, as well as dentistry
* Manage a varied small animal caseload, mixing wellness appointments with medical cases
* Enjoy thoughtful scheduling with built-in buffer time and 30-minute appointment intervals
* Benefit from mentorship in a practice with over 35 years of community trust and AAHA accreditation
* Collaborate with traveling ultrasonographers and orthopedic specialists who handle advanced procedures like TPLO and ACL repairs.

*About you*

You’re a Veterinarian who genuinely loves the variety of small animal practice and sees the value in both preventive care and hands-on surgical work.

* Enjoy performing surgery and see it as a rewarding part of general practice
* Compassionate and patient-focused, understanding that the human-animal bond is at the heart of good medicine
* Collaborative team player who thrives in a supportive environment
* Strong communicator who values honest, accessible client relationships
* Value work-life balance and flexibility, knowing that good practices adapt to life’s realities
* Someone who values mentorship both the receiving and giving

*Our location*

Kittery holds the distinction of being Maine’s oldest incorporated town, and it’s easy to see why settlers chose this spot in 1623. Nestled on Maine’s southern coast right across the Piscataqua River from Portsmouth, Kittery offers an enviable lifestyle balancing coastal beauty with vibrant community culture.

The revitalized Kittery Foreside features craft coffee, chef-driven restaurants, and local breweries. Cross the bridge to Portsmouth for theater and dining. Fort Foster and Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge offer trails and beaches. You’re an hour from Boston, 45 minutes from Portland and the Mountains. Whether kayaking, exploring coastal paths, skiing, or enjoying farm-to-table dining, Kittery delivers authentic Maine living with modern amenities.

*Our offer*

*COMPENSATION*

Base Salary range of $150,000-$200,000

We are open to discussing production-based compensation options for the right candidate.

*BENEFITS*

These are the range of benefits available and can be tailored to suit your individual needs;

* Licensure fees and renewals
* AVMA membership
* PLIT/malpractice insurance coverage
* Health coverage options available (specific arrangements to be discussed to ensure mutual benefit)
* Continuing education support
* Paid time off
* 401k and retirement match
* Profit Sharing
* Flexible scheduling that respects work-life balance

In addition to the above, we are also happy to explore other remuneration alternatives that may better suit your needs, which we will be happy to discuss as our relationship develops.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 30.0 – 45.0 per week

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person