Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian position in New Milford, CT offering up to $175,000 and a $25,000 sign-on bonus. A great opportunity to practice high-quality small-animal medicine with strong support and work-life balance.The Hospital- Well-established, multi-doctor small-animal practice known for compassionate care and a collaborative, team-first culture- Balanced schedule model including two longer weekday shifts and Saturdays, creating additional days off and consistent time for life outside of work- Robust staffing with dedicated technicians and client service professionals to support efficient, high-quality care- Modern, practical toolkit including digital X-ray, in-house laboratory, and dedicated dental and surgical suites- Steady caseload with a healthy mix of wellness, medical workups, and surgery- Supportive leadership with mentorship for newer graduates and clinical autonomy for experienced veterinariansLocationThis role is based in New Milford, CT - a classic New England town with a lively historic Main Street, a welcoming community spirit, and easy access to outdoor adventure on lakes, rivers, and trails.- Walkable downtown centered on a scenic town green, with restaurants, shops, galleries, and year-round events- Vibrant cultural life, including arts festivals, Jazz on the Green, and films at the historic Bank Street Theater- Quick access to Candlewood Lake and the Housatonic River for boating, swimming, fishing, and waterfront relaxation- Riverside trails and parks such as Sega Meadows and the planned New Milford River Trail for family-friendly time outdoors- Notable regional draw: the Elephant's Trunk flea and antique market brings energy and visitors from spring through fall- Community arts and classes at local venues such as Hunt Hill Farm and the Village Center for the Arts- Convenient regional access with drives to Danbury and public connections to Metro-North rail for trips to New York City- Supportive business and community climate that makes it easy to connect professionally and sociallyBenefits- Competitive base compensation with production bonus- $25,000 sign-on bonus- No negative accrual- Long-term cash incentive program tied to individual production- Transparent production metrics and operational support- Generous continuing education allowance with paid state license, DEA, and professional dues- 401(k) retirement plan with company match- Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources- Student loan assistance- Paid time off and holidays- Flexible scheduling with strong emphasis on work-life balance- Mentorship, coaching, and structured development opportunities- Relocation assistance available- Referral bonus programThe Role- Small-animal general practice serving a varied caseload across preventive care, internal medicine, and surgery- Perform examinations, diagnostics, and treatment planning, utilizing digital radiography and in-house laboratory capabilities- Provide dentistry and soft-tissue surgery within a well-equipped dental and surgical suite- Communicate clearly with clients, build lasting relationships, and contribute to a positive, team-focused culture- Typical schedule includes two longer weekday shifts and a Saturday rotation with protected days offRequirements- DVM or VMD degree (or equivalent)- Active license to practice veterinary medicine in Connecticut (or ability to obtain)- Eligibility to work in the United States- Excellent communication skills and a client-centered approach- New graduates and experienced veterinarians are encouraged to applyApplyReady to explore the next step in your veterinary career? Click apply, and one of our team will be in touch shortly.