Associate Veterinarian
Listed compensation
$120k-$160k
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Job Description
Company Description
Associate Veterinarian | Competitive Sign On Bonus | Work-Life Balance
Home Vet Services, LLC is a growing small animal veterinary clinic in Trumbull, Connecticut, providing personalized care for companion animals. Our team includes two veterinarians, four technicians, and four receptionists, united by compassion for patients and one another.
Our veterinary practice combines a neighborhood feel with diagnostic technology that includes ultrasound, digital X-ray, dental X-ray, Vetscan Imagyst, a Bionote Analyzer, and a VS2 Analyzer. Trust, friendship, and strong client relationships shape our approach to veterinary medicine.
Housed in a charming 1918 craftsman-style home, the clinic offers a welcoming setting with a large front porch, landscaped grounds, and inviting patios. A private outdoor patio provides a peaceful space for end-of-life care.
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Job Description
Associate Veterinarian, Mentorship Opportunities, No Weekend Clinic Hours
Looking for an Associate Veterinarian opportunity with medical autonomy, mentorship, and time for life outside the clinic?
At Home Vet Services, experienced veterinarians and recent graduates are welcome. We offer full-time or part-time opportunities with flexible scheduling and no weekend clinic hours. This role requires a veterinary degree or equivalent from an accredited university and an active veterinary state license.
As an Associate Veterinarian, you will:
- Provide comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, and medical care for companion animals.
- Perform wellness examinations and administer vaccinations.
- Develop treatment plans based on patients’ needs.
- Educate clients about their pets’ health and care.
- Build client relationships through compassionate, clear communication.
This role welcomes a veterinarian who values teamwork, empathetic patient care, and professional growth. New graduates can access mentorship, while experienced veterinarians can practice with flexibility and autonomy in a supportive veterinary environment.
What We Offer Veterinarians
- In addition to customized candidate offers and competitive compensation, we offer:
- Up to $80,000 in signing bonus incentives!
- Relocation assistance and student loan assistance.
- Flexible scheduling in a family-friendly environment that values mental health.
- Mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
- Employer-paid medical premiums.
- Liability coverage and paid licensing, fees, and dues, including DEA.
- Continuing education allowance, employee assistance program, and VIN membership.
- Optional enrollment in Dental, Vision, Life, PTO, 401K with company match, pet care discounts, and more.
- Paid parental leave
- Life in Trumbull, Connecticut
Located in Fairfield County, Trumbull combines a welcoming community with access to parks, hiking trails, golf, and nearby beaches. New Haven and the wider region offer dining, arts, and cultural activities, with access to New York City for additional exploring. Flexible scheduling and no weekend clinic hours leave time to enjoy the area.
Interested in joining Home Vet Services as an Associate Veterinarian? Apply today to learn more about joining our team.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
- Active veterinary state license
- Current DEA License preferred but not required
- USDA Accreditation preferred but not required
- Additional Information
We Are a DRUG-Free & Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company Policy Forbids Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Marital Status, Sexual Orientation or National Origin.
Salary is customized per each individual candidate. Ideal salary range will also include sign on bonus and benefits plus other incentives. A base salary range might include $120,000 to $160,000 depending on a part-time or full-time schedule as well as production bonus incentives.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit allianceanimal.com.
Compensation: USD 100000 - USD 160000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, diagnostic, and preventive care for companion animals while developing personalized treatment plans. They are also responsible for educating clients on pet health and building strong, compassionate relationships with pet owners.
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $135k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 74% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.7 / 10 · above average in veterinary | ranked against 4,437 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $120k–$160k | Veterinary Medicine median $145k (middle half $128k–$163k)459 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$135k in purchasing power | Connecticut index 103.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Connecticut | 40 active | 3,402 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 74% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $80k sign-on · loan repayment | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 41% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 11% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,223 in the last 30 days | 503 the 30 days before (+143%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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