Lead Veterinarian - Essex Animal Hospital

Essex Animal Hospital – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together

• Position: Lead Veterinarian
• Full Time
• Practice Type: Small Animal General Practice
• Bloomfield, NJ

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate lead veterinarian to join our team at Essex Animal Hospital in Bloomfield, NJ and contribute to our mission of providing outstanding veterinary care with a personal touch.

Are you ready to practice gold-standard medicine with a team that values clinical excellence, collaboration, and strong client relationships?

Essex Animal Hospital has been serving the Bloomfield and surrounding communities for decades, offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to companion animals in a state-of-the-art facility.

From preventive care to advanced diagnostics and surgical services, we support our doctors with the tools, team, and time they need to thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Robust Service Offering – Practice high-quality medicine with access to advanced diagnostics, dental care, surgery, and acupuncture all under one roof.
• Modern Tools for Modern Medicine – Benefit from in-house labs, digital radiology, and ultrasound for efficient, effective diagnosis and care.
• Compassionate Team Culture – Work alongside a friendly, experienced team that’s dedicated to patient care and supporting one another.
• Work-Life Balance and Stability – Join a well-established hospital that understands the importance of time away from the clinic.
• 25+ Years of Trusted Care – Become part of a well-established practice with deep roots in the community and a loyal, appreciative client base.

Life in Bloomfield, NJ

Bloomfield, New Jersey offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city convenience, making it an excellent place to live and work.

Located just minutes from New York City, Bloomfield provides easy access to world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions while maintaining a welcoming community feel. Residents enjoy beautiful parks, diverse neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a thriving local restaurant scene.

With its convenient transportation options, vibrant downtown area, and close proximity to the scenic South Mountain Reservation, Bloomfield offers a balanced lifestyle where you can build a rewarding veterinary career while enjoying everything Northern New Jersey has to offer.

Essex Animal Hospital is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners (CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and culture, we’re united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people—starting with the people on our teams. That means giving our doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.

Essex Animal Hospital + CVP Difference

• Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations.
• Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 148+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
• Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey, our platform for confidential support for you, your family, and friends.
• Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team.
• Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement programs.

And through CVP’s shared values — Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand — we create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.

Other Benefits of Our Community

• Sign-on Bonus and Relocation assistance available.
• No Negative Accrual EVER.
• Generous PTO + Paid Parental Leave – Because burnout is out and balance is in.
• Yearly CE Funds + Paid Time Off Just for CE – Learn, grow, and level up without burning your vacation days.
• We Cover the Fees – State licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT? Handled.
• 401(k) Match + Equity Opportunities – Real wealth-building, not just a paycheck.
• Pet care discounts so your own pets get the royal treatment they deserve.
• Team Recognition Programs – From shout-outs to bonus rewards, we love giving credit where it’s due. (We see you, tech and support staff)

Our doctors enjoy a competitive base salary with monthly production compensation and no negative accrual, meaning you will never owe money back if production fluctuates. This structure rewards growth, efficiency, and strong medicine – offering true unlimited earning potential.

Sound Like Your Kind of Place?

Let’s talk. You’ll do medicine that matters, with people you’ll actually want to hang out with, in a place that supports your growth. Whether it’s this practice or one of the other 150+ clinics in our community, I’d love to hear about what’s most important to you in your next role and see if we have a great fit!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.