Hospital Description

We are an independently-owned small animal (dog and cat exclusive) emergency hospital located in Avon, Connecticut.  We are open 7 days a week, 365 days a year, 10AM-8PM. 

Completely renovated in 2015, with ongoing improvements, our hospital features a large treatment area with built-in oxygen unit, separate surgical suite and up-to-date diagnostics, including digital radiography, ultrasound and complete in-house laboratory.  We currently have three internship-trained doctors with a combined experience in emergency medicine of more than 30 years.  We strive to foster an environment of continuous teaching and learning with the goal of providing high-quality, evidence-based medicine for our clients and their pets.

Avon is situated in the Farmington Valley amongst a charming enclave of New England towns that offer dining, culture, recreation and exceptional schools.  The Farmington Valley area provides easy access to New York City and Boston, each located approximately 2 hours away, as well as the Berkshire mountains and the Connecticut shoreline.

Position Description

We are seeking an internship-trained veterinarian with a desire to practice emergency medicine in a team-based environment.  The person in this position will be required to work four shifts a week (10-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, no overnights or on-call) and three holidays per year.  The person in this position will be expected to perform the duties of an emergency veterinarian in an efficient and effective manner, consistently providing high-quality, evidence-based care to clients and their pets.  The person in this position will not be required to perform surgery beyond wound repairs, unless they have a desire to do so, in which case mentoring will be provided.

If you are interested in applying for this position, then please include both a cover letter and resume with your submission.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited university
• Completed, or on-track to complete in Summer 2023, a one-year internship
• License in good standing
• Dedicated to practicing high-quality, evidence-based medicine 
• Ability to combine education, experience and current research to make recommendations in the best interest of the client and patient
• Ability to manage time and tasks efficiently in an emergency setting
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form, with clients, colleagues and staff
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and sense of humor at all times with clients, colleagues and staff
• Commitment to teaching, and learning from, fellow staff members

Benefits

• Schedule: four 10-hour shifts per week, required to work three holidays per year, no overnights or on-call
• Health insurance
• Paid annual vacation time
• Payment of yearly license dues 
• Generous allowance for continuing education
• Salary commensurate with experience

About 9 Avonwood Road, Avon CT 06001

We are an independently-owned small animal (dog and cat exclusive) emergency hospital located in Avon, Connecticut.

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