Are you a Veterinarian ? * *You’ve found your next “home” at VCA Bristol Animal Hospital *!!  * Current students or new graduates, apply today!

Located in Bristol, CT, we’re looking for an Associate Veterinarian who enjoys practicing advanced medicine with a cohesive, tenured team.

What makes our hospital unique?

• We are a small animal cat and dog practice with extremely experienced staff 

• We see a variety of cases from wellness and preventative medicine to advanced surgery and dentistry

• Advanced diagnostic tools that include ultrasound and full-digital radiography

• Tenured group of 2.5 doctors, with a team of 7 licensed and unlicensed technicians

• Very low-drama workplace, where we’re supportive of learning, development, and collaboration!

• Located equidistant between New York and Boston

• ​In the same neighborhood as ESPN and Lake Compounce, the oldest theme park in the US

• Supportive of fear-free medicine

Who we’re looking for:

• Veterinarian who is licensed or able to obtain a license to practice in Connecticut

• Degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school

• Excellent communication with staff and clients, with the ability to discuss various treatment options

• Energetic, team-oriented attitude, with interest in collaborating with colleagues

• Interest in surgery, dentistry, and/or daytime emergency a plus!

Schedule:

• Full-time

• We’re open 6 days/week, no on-call hours

• Schedule includes 4 days/week (Mon-Fri) with a rotating partial day on Saturday.

Our Community :

Bristol, Connecticut is just two hours from Boston and New York and just an hour from the shoreline. It’s a place where you will find a hidden New England treasure abundant with attractions, special events, and colorful history to enjoy. From the natural beauty of picturesque hills and fall foliage, to the high-tech satellite dishes of ESPN, Bristol is “City sized” with a small-town vibe, offering wonderful memories no matter your pace.

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health & Well-being

• Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services

• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days

• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff

• VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting

• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Additional Benefits

• Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets

• 100% paid professional liability coverage

• 100% paid life insurance

• 100% paid short-term disability insurance

• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists