Veterinary Rotating Intern

Description

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) invites passionate new graduates to apply for our Small Animal Rotating Internship. This 13‑month, hands‑on program is designed to accelerate your professional growth in a collaborative, high‑acuity, learning‑centered environment.

Location:

Buzzards Bay & South Dennis, Massachusetts
Program Dates: 2027‑2028
Salary: $80,000 + full benefits

• 6 full‑time and 2 part‑time Criticalists (ACVECC)
• 4 Surgeons (ACVS) and 2 part‑time surgical consultants
• 4 Internists (ACVIM)
• 2 Cardiologists (ACVIM/Cardiology)
• 1 Anesthesiologist (ACVAA)
• 1 Dermatologist (ACVD)
• 1 Zoological Medicine Specialist (ACZM)

• Diverse case exposure:
  Annual hospital caseload exceeds 19,000 cases, including over 30 emergency cases daily.
• Structured learning:
  Interns rotate through Emergency & Critical Care (24 weeks), Surgery (9 weeks), Internal Medicine (9 weeks), Radiology (2 weeks), Cardiology (2 weeks), and Anesthesia (2 weeks), with 4 weeks of elective time.
• Comprehensive mentorship:
  You’ll receive daily rounds with specialists, monthly check‑ins, and a dedicated veterinarian mentor throughout the year.
• Skill development:
  Manage emergency and hospitalized cases under supervision, participate in journal club and M&M rounds, and present a professional lecture.
• Access to advanced diagnostics and treatments:
  Our facilities feature anesthetic and ICU ventilators, multi‑slice CT, ultrasound (ER and specialty), continuous ECG and blood pressure monitoring, and complete in‑house laboratory capabilities.

At CCVS, we cultivate clinical skill and professional confidence. Interns are empowered to think critically, communicate effectively, and deliver exceptional patient care while being part of a supportive team that values trust, collaboration, and compassion.

• Annual CE allowance and paid professional memberships (AVMA, VIN, VECCS, MVMA)
• Full health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Scrubs allowance, Trupanion for up to two pets, and on‑site veterinary social worker
• Per diem opportunities for additional income
• Relocation assistance

CCVS is expanding our Bourne facility (completion expected early 2027) with advanced medical technology and three new specialty departments—Neurology, Ophthalmology, and Dentistry—along with additional board‑certified specialists and diagnostics. Interns joining now will help shape the next chapter and train in a hospital that is advancing patient care and expanding possibilities for future residents and specialists.

Outside the hospital, enjoy all that coastal New England has to offer: beaches, sailing, kayaking, hiking, and fresh seafood. CCVS is located just one hour from Boston and Providence and a short drive from the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

• Graduate of an AVMA‑accredited or recognized veterinary school
• Must have passed the NAVLE (or PAVE/ECFVG equivalent) prior to the start date
• Must be eligible for Massachusetts veterinary licensure and DEA registration
• Must reside within one hour of the hospital for on‑call responsibilities
• Candidates should demonstrate:
  • A strong desire to learn and grow in a fast‑paced specialty hospital
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Compassion, resilience, and commitment to patient‑centered care

• For more information, contact Chelly Smith at michellesm
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