Veterinary Surgeon - New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center
PetVet Care Centers · Windsor, CT · 7 mo ago
Healthcare$250k–$280k/yrVolunteer
Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Board-Certified or Residency Trained Veterinary Surgeon to join our team at New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Care (NEVCCC).
Why Join Us
- An 8,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility filled with top of the line equipment with three fully equipped surgical suites
- A high tech to DVM ratio with tenured support staff
- Ready to take the next step? Apply today!
What We Offer
- Signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $75,000
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
- 401(k) with discretionary contribution
- Team Member Pet Discounts
- Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
- Career development resources
- Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
- Local hospital culture backed by national resources
Key Responsibilities
- Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
- Client communication and education
- Maintaining accurate medical records
- Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
- Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
- Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
- Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
- Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
- Perform other duties as assigned by Management
Qualifications
- Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
- 1-year rotational internship in small animal medicine, surgery, ER (university or large referral practice)
- Completed a 3-year, AVMA approved residency program
- Current State Veterinary License
- DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
- Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
- Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care
- Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
- Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners
- Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
Preferred Skills
- Board Certification
- 2-5 years of experience post-residency
- Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals
- Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment
- Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital
- Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients
- Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff
- Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback
- Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice
- Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients
- Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilizing available resources of continuing education and to facilitating learning of others
Pay Range
$250,000—$280,000 USD