Description

Practice Overview

Town and Country Veterinary Associates is a well-established, full-service, small animal veterinary hospital providing affordable, comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care to Vernon, Manchester, South Windsor, Tolland and all surrounding communities.

More about the Role

Our 2-doctor team, provides a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external labs. Our facility is big and bright and includes a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite, in-house digital x-ray capabilities, and a closely supervised hospitalization area. We also do not hesitate to work closely with area specialists when more involved procedures are required.

Our support staff is highly-skilled, and because we have a great working relationship with some of the local technician schools, we have a full staff to support your needs. As a community partner, we're fortunate to have a growing clientele!

We welcome doctors of all experience levels, and strong mentorship is available to those just starting out!



About the area: Vernon is a celebrated place to live, work and visit. From its beautiful parks and lakes, to its vast trails and historic homes and buildings, Vernon has it all. Vernon strives to be a resilient and collaborative community that promotes the health and well-being of its residents and values the natural environment. As a diverse community of nearly 30,000 people, it combines a balanced appreciation of history and a strong economic base for residential and commercial growth. The Town of Vernon offers rural, suburban and urban living, and is a short commute to either Hartford or Springfield.

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients' medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available