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Morristown, Vermont

Associate Veterinarian

Veterinarian 8.3 Work-LifeNo callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

Up to $150,000

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian | Sequist Animal Hospital

About Our Clinic

Sequist Animal Hospital is an established small animal practice in Morrisville, Vermont, serving the community with compassionate, relationship-focused veterinary care. We’re looking for an experienced veterinarian who brings strong surgical skills and enjoys working alongside a collaborative team with a variety of clinical backgrounds.

  • Check us out at: Sequist Animal Hospital
  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: Small Animal General Practice
  • Avg. daily patient volume: Approximately 14 appointments per doctor
  • Support staff ratio: Approximately 1.5 techs per DVM, including 1 CVT
  • Case mix: Preventive care, general medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and sick-patient care
  • Schedule: Approximately 10-hour shifts with flexibility around days worked
  • Appointments: 30-minute appointment blocks
  • Surgery: Strong surgical skills are a priority for this role; current surgical days are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
  • Team culture: Experienced, collaborative team with a mix of GP and ER experience
  • No overnight or on-call responsibilities
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • Up to $150,000 annual salary + production, based on experience and schedule
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
  • Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

  • Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team
  • Robust support from an experienced veterinary team and strong leadership presence

We Believe Thriving Teams Build Thriving Communities

  • You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to continue growing your career while bringing your own expertise to the practice
  • Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You are a veterinarian who is:

  • Experienced and confident in small animal surgery
  • Comfortable independently managing a general practice caseload
  • Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Strong surgical skills and the ability to perform surgery independently
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
  • Strong communication and client-education skills
  • Previous clinical experience required; new graduates are not being considered for this opening

About the Area

Morrisville offers quintessential Vermont living with beautiful scenery, a welcoming community, and year-round access to the outdoors. Located near Stowe and the Green Mountains, the area is ideal for anyone who enjoys skiing, hiking, biking, and exploring everything northern Vermont has to offer.

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Macy Walker at macy.walker@amerivet.com anytime.

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The associate veterinarian will perform small animal surgeries, general medicine, and dentistry while managing a daily caseload of approximately 14 appointments. They will work collaboratively with a support team to provide compassionate, relationship-focused care to patients and clients.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Client communicationSurgical independenceCollaborative teamworkClinical practice

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Vermont is 98.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.3% of Vermont clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% have no call, 53% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Vermont?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.3 / 10 · top 25% in veterinary medicineranked against 3,079 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $137k (middle half $120k–$155k)428 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingVermont index 98.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Vermont10 active3,104 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 68% no call · 53% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentUS healthcare professional listings: 49% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend−2.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,079 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian at Ameri Vet a 8.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,079 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

18 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

17 jobs · 13 employers
3
<$145k
2
$160k
9
$170k-195k
1
$203k
2
$220k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

16 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
56% this job
Sign-on bonus
50% this job
Relocation assistance
44% this job
Loan repayment
25% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Hospital Medical Leader- Veterinarian

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores · Baldwin, New York

$140k-$224k
#2

Veterinarian, Partner & Equity Owner

Alliance Animal Health · Burlington, Vermont

$120k-$220k
#3

Associate Veterinarian

$96k-$203k
#4

Veterinarian - Watertown

$160k-$187k
+ 16 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 8.3
Better work-life than 90% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,079 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

401(k) with company match
Health, dental, vision, life insurance
Mental health resources
Generous paid time off and holidays
CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Relocation assistance