Associate Veterinarian - Essex Veterinary Hospital

Associate Veterinarian – Essex Veterinary Hospital

Danvers, Massachusetts

Essex Veterinary Hospital, located on the campus of Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian. We are confident that after learning more about us, you will see what a fantastic, rewarding opportunity this position could be for your career, personal life and the opportunity to impact the future veterinary industry.

• Our new practice is independently owned. We offer freedom from corporate environments and private equity; an entrepreneurial spirit; decision flexibility; open-door communications; plenty of time for appointments and job happiness.
• A unique wealth‑building opportunity where you can progress from Salary to Pro Sal, then to Profit sharing, and ultimately to shared Equity ownership.
• Facilitate learning for the Veterinary Science students at Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School. Performing your normal workflow you will create teachable moments. These are the future Doctors and Veterinary Technicians needed for our industry.
• Provide input to our exceptional tools and strategy. As a new practice we want your contribution to the work, medical and technical environment.
• Investments in the latest technology are all around us. Our medical (Ultrasound), business (AI Multifunction & Cloud PIMS) and customer service applications/services make the job easier, patients healthier and clients happier.
• Will provide Training in Ultrasound, Dental, Surgery & more from our membership in the prestigious Veterinary Management Groups (VMG) professional organization.
• The facility is like new and fully featured in Danvers, right off I-95 for an easy commute.

Essex Veterinary Hospital will be an AAHA capable, fear‑free practicing, well‑managed, full‑service, small‑animal hospital 25 minutes north of Boston in Danvers, MA. Services will be fairly priced using the financial strength from its allied practice of Best Pets Veterinary Hospital. Our practice philosophy will focus on exceptional patient care and does not dictate practice protocol.

We are professionals who share in the value of work/life balance, being financially rewarded for delivering excellent results, expanding our knowledge, and treating each patient as if it were our own. The Essex Veterinary staff pride themselves on possessing an upbeat, drama‑free, family‑like culture. We love coming to work each day and know you will too!

Salary commensurate with experience.

Option to increase pay with Pro Sal.

Potential for future profit sharing of $30‑$70K/year.

Further potential to own share of practice.

You will find above average benefits including the leading 401k plan with 4% match, choice of 14 medical plans, dental, 3+ weeks vacation, sick, holidays, continuing education, vision, life insurance, LT disability, pet care discounts, and all DVM license, PLIT, DEA, & AVMA/Plumbs fees.

• On‑site restaurant and bakery
• Beautiful 166‑acre campus with walking trails
• Gym with indoor track
• Onsite auto shop

• Flexible schedule of 2, 3 or 4 days/week and 1 of 3 Saturdays until noon.
• Preference of 4+ years’ experience at a small animal practice, though will also consider new graduates.
• Looking for individuals with solid surgery skills, dental skills, excellent bedside manners, deep love of animals and a strongly positive team collaborator.
• Proficient in general practice and some urgent care as well.
• Ability to work as sole doctor for 2 days per week for 1 year or until growth in client base.
• Loves being in a learning environment.
• Committed to working in our local vicinity.

Position Type: Full‑Time

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Doctorate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Bob Tapscott, Manager
• Phone: 978‑257‑0781
• Email: