Veterinarian - East Falmouth, MA
Listed compensation
$145k-$165k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Who We Are
Join Our Compassionate Team at Deer Run Veterinary Services!
About Us
Deer Run Veterinary Hospital is seeking a dedicated Veterinarian to join our thriving practice, with opportunities for those looking to take the next step in their career and lead our exceptional team. Since 1986, we have provided comprehensive care to dogs, cats, and pocket pets in a welcoming, community-oriented environment.
Our ideal candidate will foster teamwork, demonstrate problem-solving skills, and contribute to a supportive workplace culture. This is also a great opportunity for experienced veterinarians looking to step into a leadership position!
Location
Falmouth, MA, is a charming coastal town on Cape Cod, known for its scenic beaches and vibrant community atmosphere. It features a rich cultural scene with excellent dining and shopping, as well as outdoor activities in its conservation lands. A popular summer destination, Falmouth combines the allure of beach life with the warmth of a close-knit community.
What We Offer
- Salary Range: $145,000 - $165,000 based on experience
- Comprehensive medical benefits (health, dental, and vision).
- $50k Sign-On Bonus for our next full-time Veterinarian
- 401(k) with employer matching to help secure your financial future.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your well-being.
- Continuing Education allowance to enhance your skills.
- Generous vacation time, dues coverage, and mentorship opportunities.
If you’re passionate about animal care and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to provide exceptional veterinary services. You can apply here!
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs, cats, and pocket pets within a community-oriented practice. Foster a collaborative team environment while demonstrating strong problem-solving skills in clinical settings.
Requirements
The candidate should be a dedicated veterinarian with a passion for animal care and the ability to contribute to a supportive workplace culture. Experience is preferred, particularly for those interested in stepping into a leadership position.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$155k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $147k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 43 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% have no call, 44% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $145k–$165k | Veterinary Medicine median $155k (middle half $135k–$174k)24 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$147k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Massachusetts | 79 active | 3,329 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 72% no call · 44% no weekends43 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $50k sign-on | Massachusetts healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus · 13% offer loan repayment115 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,266 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+157%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - East Falmouth, MA at Vet Cor a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,083 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,083 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- No call
About Vet Cor
Benefits & Perks
Living in East Falmouth
- Median resident rent
- $2,116/mo≈ 18% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 36 min
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.