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Ameri Vet
Stoneham, Massachusetts

Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130K

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Job Description

About Our Clinic

Central Animal Hospital is a state-of-the-art veterinary facility with an amazing, collaborative team located in Stoneham, MA. Looking for a place that gets together outside of work? We do that! Whether you're an experienced DVM looking for a new gig, or a new grad ready to jump in, we're excited to meet you!

Tired of the application process? Email Brooke Kaiser directly at brooke.kaiser@amerivet.com today!

  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Small animal GP practice
  • Avg. daily patient volume: 13-15 appts/day
  • 2 support staff per DVM ratio

Case mix: Great caseload mix of wellness, surgery, dentistry, & urgent care. We also have an ultrasonographer and cardiologist that come in!

  • Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house labs, dental suite, etc.
  • Team culture: Collaborative, great team that works hard but also has fun!
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • $130k annual salary + production bonus - Negotiable based on experience
  • 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
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
  • Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
  • 401k 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: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence.
  • We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
  • You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career
  • Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You Are a Veterinarian Who Is

  • 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)
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
  • Strong communication and client-education skills
  • New grad friendly

About the Area

Stoneham is an amazing city that boasts great schools and a quaint town atmosphere. Its proximity to major highways and public transportation offers convenient access to Boston and the North Shore coastal region and beaches of Massachusetts. You can easily make a weekend trip to NYC too!

Tired of the application process? Email Brooke Kaiser directly at brooke.kaiser@amerivet.com today!

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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 provide high-quality medical and surgical care to small animal patients in a collaborative clinic environment. Responsibilities include managing a daily caseload of wellness, surgery, dentistry, and urgent care appointments while maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Wellness examsClient communicationUltrasonographyIn-house laboratory diagnosticsTeam collaborationClinical practice

General Practice Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian at Ameri Vet a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary — ranked against 4,402 active Veterinary listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution17 jobs

4
<$135k
4
$135k-150k
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5
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3
$180k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs

CME allowance
82% this job
401k / retirement match
82% this job
Sign-on bonus
76% this job
Relocation assistance
47% this job
Loan repayment
24% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.3
Better work-life than 70% of Veterinary listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,402 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Stoneham

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$832k
Typical market rent
$3,050/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Ameri Vet

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San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

$130k Annual Salary + Production Bonus
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No Negative Accrual
Generous CE Allowance
Paid Licenses and Professional Dues
Referral Bonus Program
Flexible Scheduling
Strong Work-Life Balance