Associate Veterinarian
Tempus Veterinary Recruitment
Introduction
Our client is a hospital providing care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, exotics, and small mammals and is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join their team in Worcester, Massachusetts. This AAHA-accredited hospital offers a collaborative environment supported by an experienced team of veterinarians and highly trained support staff who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care. The practice emphasizes high-quality medicine, compassionate care, and professional growth, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced veterinarian seeking a supportive and rewarding career.
Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical care for a diverse range of species while building lasting relationships with clients and becoming a trusted resource within the local community. Responsibilities include performing wellness and sick examinations, diagnosing and treating medical conditions, developing treatment plans, conducting preventative healthcare, and collaborating closely with the veterinary and support teams to ensure excellent patient outcomes. Clinical exposure includes wellness and preventive care, vaccinations, diagnostic testing, surgery, dentistry, spay and neuter procedures, and parasite prevention. The role offers the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine across both traditional companion animal and exotic species caseloads while contributing to a culture focused on teamwork, client education, and patient advocacy. This position is intended for experienced veterinarians.
Practice Details
The hospital is an AAHA-accredited full-service practice providing primary care services for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, exotics, and small mammals. The practice specializes in wellness and preventive care, surgery, vaccinations, and diagnostic testing while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible pet ownership and client education. Services offered include pet wellness and sick examinations, vaccinations, flea and tick prevention, spay and neuter procedures, and blood, urine, and fecal testing. The hospital promotes high standards of medical, surgical, and dental care and is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized treatment for every patient. Hospital hours are Monday and Tuesday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Thursday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Team
The hospital is staffed by 5 DVMs and a great tenured support team. The culture is collaborative, supportive, and patient-focused, with veterinarians and support staff working closely together to deliver exceptional care. Team members are encouraged to continue growing professionally while benefiting from a strong culture of communication, mentorship, and shared commitment to medical excellence.
Candidate Requirements
- Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
- Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
- Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so
About Tempus Recruitment
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The Package Competitive Salary- A base salary + production, and no negative accrual
- Sign on Bonus
- 120 hours annual PTO and 40 hours additional PTO for CE
- $3,500 annual CE allowance for licenses, dues, conference expenses
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Employer sponsored 401k + match
- Life Insurance & Disability Insurance
- 8-weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Employer paid purr-rental leave (3 days leave for adoption of a rescue pet)
- Employer paid assistance programs to aid in mental wellbeing
- Educational support and career advancement opportunities for you and your support staff
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