Chief of Staff Veterinarian - Burlington, MA
Listed compensation
$165k-$180k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Who We Are
Are you a seasoned veterinarian ready to take the next step in your career? Burlington Veterinary Hospital in Burlington, MA is seeking a Chief of Staff to lead our dedicated team of veterinary professionals.
In this pivotal role, you’ll serve as both a mentor and medical leader—guiding clinical protocols, supporting team development, and shaping a collaborative, high-performing culture. Your leadership will help drive excellence in patient care, client service, and staff engagement.
Why Join Us?
At Burlington Veterinary Hospital, our mission is fueled by passion and a commitment to providing the highest quality care for our patients and clients. We are proud to offer comprehensive medical and surgical services for small animals, including:
- Dental surgery and digital dental radiology
- Ultrasound diagnostics
- Preventive and internal medicine
- Care for local law enforcement K9 units in Burlington and Billerica
Why Burlington?
Nestled along the northern coastline of Massachusetts, just 20 minutes from downtown Boston, Burlington offers the charm of small-town living with big-city access. Whether you're enjoying local parks and cultural attractions, shopping at the Burlington Mall, or dining in vibrant restaurants, Burlington provides a welcoming and energetic community.
What We Offer
- Salary Range: $165,000 - $180,000 based on experience
- Benefits: including health and dental insurance, 401(k), CE allowance, vacation time, and more.
Professional Development: Continuing education allowance, dues, and liability coverage to help you grow in your career.
Family-Friendly Environment: Join a team that values work-life balance, with a supportive atmosphere where your well-being is a priority.
If you're ready to lead a passionate team and make a meaningful impact in a thriving veterinary practice, we want to hear from you.
Take the next step in your veterinary career—apply today!
Key Responsibilities
The Chief of Staff will lead the veterinary team by guiding clinical protocols, supporting staff development, and fostering a collaborative culture. They are responsible for driving excellence in patient care, client service, and overall staff engagement.
Requirements
The position requires a seasoned veterinarian with leadership experience capable of managing a veterinary practice. Candidates must be prepared to oversee medical and surgical services while mentoring a dedicated team of professionals.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 10+ 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 ~$173k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $163k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 44 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 73% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $165k–$180k | Veterinary Medicine median $165k (middle half $155k–$165k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$163k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Massachusetts | 79 active | 3,340 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 73% no call · 43% no weekends44 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | 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 |
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