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Part-Time Veterinarian

Job in Avon, Hartford County, Connecticut, 06001, USA
Listing for: PetVet Care Centers, LLC
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-02-14
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 130000 - 160000 USD Yearly USD 130000.00 160000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

At Pet Vet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide
, we offer:

  • Local autonomy with national support
  • Career mobility and development opportunities
  • A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first
Position Overview

Join our team as a Part‑Time Veterinarian with predictable hours and a consistent home hospital assignment. You’ll enjoy flexibility while working alongside a locally led care team supported by national resources.

Whether you’re balancing family commitments, pursuing personal interests, or simply seeking a more sustainable pace, we’re here to support you. This role allows you to stay clinically engaged without sacrificing balance, connection, or continuity of care. We’re flexible, open to conversation, and committed to understanding your availability and goals — and building a schedule that works for both you and the hospital.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide high‑quality veterinary medicine and surgery to dogs and cats (routine exams, preventive care, dental, internal medicine, soft‑tissue surgery).
  • Participate in diagnostics using our in‑house lab and imaging capabilities.
  • Educate clients and build long‑term relationships.
  • Collaborate with our team across departments to deliver seamless patient care.
  • For the Medical Director track: leadership in clinical protocols, mentoring colleagues, and driving hospital initiatives and growth.
Qualifications (Required)
  • Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
  • Current State Veterinary License
  • DEA registration obtained and maintained
  • 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
  • Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
  • Excellent surgical and dental skills.
  • Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Commitment to providing compassionate and high‑quality veterinary care.
  • Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, and offer explanations to pet owners.
  • Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
  • May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
  • Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
  • Position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
  • Clinical Knowledge and

    Skills:

    Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnose and prescribe appropriate treatment.
  • Problem‑Solving:
    Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high‑quality veterinary hospital.
  • Communication

    Skills:

    Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
  • Professionalism:
    Work as part of a high‑quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
  • Business Acumen:
    Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
  • Ethics:
    Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
  • Commitment to Continuing

    Education:

    Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation and a part‑time schedule with clear expectations and support.
  • Relocation assistance available.
  • Robust benefits package (to be discussed during interview).
  • Opportunity for career advancement, including a leadership role as Medical Director.
  • Work in a supportive, well‑equipped hospital with a collaborative culture and established reputation for excellence.

Pay Range: $130,000 — $160,000 USD

Ready to take the next step? Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Leslie Lynette, RVT, CVPM @ L.

Pet Vet is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

Pet Vet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.

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