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Alliance Animal Health
Trumbull, Connecticut

Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

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.

Learn More About Our Veterinary Hospital!

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

Diagnostic careTreatment planningClient educationCompassionate careSurgery

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.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Connecticut?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.7 / 10 · above average in veterinaryranked against 4,437 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$120k–$160kVeterinary Medicine median $145k (middle half $128k–$163k)459 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$135k in purchasing powerConnecticut index 103.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Connecticut40 active3,402 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 74% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$80k sign-on · loan repaymentUS 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 listings1,223 in the last 30 days503 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
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,437 Veterinary listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

15 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

15 jobs · 10 employers
3
<$140k
5
$140k-160k
3
$170k
2
$185k
2
$200k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

15 jobs · 10 employers
401k / retirement match
93% this job
Sign-on bonus
87% this job
CME allowance
87% this job
Relocation assistance
67% this job
Loan repayment
7% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Veterinarian - Medical Director - Relocation Assistance Available

Alliance Animal Health · Rochester, Minnesota, United States

$120k-$220k
#2

Veterinarian - Madera, CA

Vet Cor · Madera, California

$150k-$200k
#3

Veterinarian - Gloversville, NY

$130k-$185k
#4

Medical Director - Bell Ridge Animal Hospital

$170k-$185k
+ 13 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 5.7
Better work-life than 50% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,351 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Alliance Animal Health

Veterinary Services
Rye Brook, New York
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to $80,000 in signing bonus incentives
Relocation assistance
Student loan assistance
Flexible scheduling
Mentorship and professional growth opportunities
Employer-paid medical premiums
Liability coverage and paid licensing, fees, and dues, including DEA
Continuing education allowance

Living in Trumbull

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$620k≈ 5.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,102/mo≈ 31% of gross pay
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.