Associate Veterinarian - Progressive Animal Wellness
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Job Description
Associate Veterinarian (DVM) – Progressive Animal Wellness | Avon, CT
Progressive Medicine. Collaborative Care. A Better Way to Practice.
Progressive Animal Wellness is seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our innovative small animal practice in Avon, Connecticut. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or a recent graduate seeking mentorship, you'll find a supportive team, advanced medical resources, and opportunities to grow your career in a collaborative environment.
Our hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care by combining high-quality traditional veterinary medicine with integrative treatment options that support long-term health and wellness.
Why Join Progressive Animal Wellness?
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
- Progressive approach to veterinary medicine
- Loyal and engaged client base
- Emphasis on individualized patient care
Work-life Balance Focused Environment
We believe in empowering veterinarians to practice medicine confidently while pursuing their professional interests and clinical passions.
What You'll Do
- Provide compassionate, high-quality care to dogs and cats
- Build lasting relationships with clients through education and communication
- Collaborate with an experienced veterinary team
- Develop treatment plans focused on whole-patient wellness
- Practice medicine in a supportive and team-oriented environment
- Core Competencies
- Small Animal Medicine
- Preventive & Wellness Care
- Internal Medicine
- Veterinary Diagnostics
- Client Communication
- Fear Free Patient Care
- Integrative Medicine
- Case Management
- Team Collaboration
- Medical Record Documentation
- Professional Development
- New Graduate Mentorship
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary + Production
- Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Generous PTO
- CE Allowance & Paid CE Days
- Paid Licensing & Professional Dues
- Professional Development Support
- Flexible Scheduling
- Life in Avon, CT
Located in the scenic Farmington Valley, Avon offers excellent schools, beautiful outdoor recreation, vibrant local dining, and easy access to Hartford, Boston, and New York City. Enjoy the charm of New England living while building a rewarding veterinary career in a welcoming community.
Join Our Team
- If you're looking for a veterinary career that combines progressive medicine, collaboration, mentorship, and a commitment to exceptional patient care, we'd love to hear from you.
- Apply today to learn more about joining Progressive Animal Wellness.
Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.
Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.
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Progressive Animal Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.
Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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Key Responsibilities
Provide compassionate, high-quality medical care to dogs and cats while building strong relationships with clients through effective communication. Collaborate with an experienced veterinary team to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans focused on whole-patient wellness.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DVM degree and be prepared to practice in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. The role is open to both experienced veterinarians and recent graduates seeking mentorship.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
General Practice Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% have no call, 82% require no weekends.
Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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