Chief of Staff Veterinarian - Burlington, MA
Listed compensation
$165k-$180k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
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 and fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture. They are responsible for driving excellence in patient care, client service, and staff engagement.
Requirements
The position requires a seasoned veterinarian with leadership experience capable of mentoring staff and managing medical operations. Candidates must be prepared to oversee comprehensive small animal medical and surgical services.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
In Massachusetts, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$111k (25 salary observations; 33 listings), vs ~$129k nationally (595 salary observations; 1,526 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
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).
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Living in Burlington
- Median 3-bed home ≈ 5.0× annual pay
- Typical rent ≈ 24% of gross pay
- Residents' average commute 28 min
- State income tax up to 5%
Zillow 3-bed ZHVI/ZORI 2026-08 · Census ACS 2023 5-year. City-level figures for Burlington; pay comparison uses the listing's gross annual figure. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.