Associate Veterinarian | New Milford, Connecticut | Up to $150K + $75K Sign-On Bonus | Strong Veterinary Mentorship
Since opening our doors in 1979, Candlewood Animal Hospital has been dedicated to helping pets in the New Milford veterinary community stay healthy and live long lives. We value individualized veterinary care for every patient and encourage every Veterinarian to bring curiosity and compassion into each case. If you’re a team player who’s passionate about veterinary medicine and looking for a veterinary practice where you can grow, be supported, and truly belong, you’ll feel right at home here.
Our hospital community is the heart of what we do. We work with many animal welfare organizations to find appropriate homes for unwanted pets. We also maintain strong relationships with several 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary facilities for pets requiring advanced care. We’re proud to be PENNHIP certified, trained in pet rehabilitation, recognized as a Cat Friendly veterinary practice, and honored with the Heart of the Bulldog Award for our dedication.
Our veterinary hospital is equipped with technology that allows every Veterinarian to provide the highest level of medicine to pets throughout New Milford, Connecticut.
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New Milford, CT is charming, outdoorsy, and full of opportunity for any Veterinarian seeking balance. Located in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains, you’ll enjoy Lovers Leap State Park, Candlewood Lake, local breweries, farmers markets, and scenic hiking trails. New Milford offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience, making Connecticut an ideal place to build both your veterinary career and personal life.
We're excited to be hiring a part-time or full-time small animal veterinarian who is passionate about what they do!
Experienced Veterinarian? We'd love to hear from you and see how you can fit into our clinic!
Looking for mentorship? Take advantage of our extensive 12-month veterinarian mentorship program perfect for new graduates or those transitioning fields!
We're Offer our Veterinarians:
In addition to custom candidate offers, competitive compensation, relocation assistance & student loan assistance, we also offer:
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin
Salary is customized per each individual candidate. Ideal salary range will also include sign on bonus and benefits plus other incentives. A base salary range might include $100,000 to $160,000 depending on a part-time or full-time schedule as well as production bonus incentives.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
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At Alliance Animal Health, we’re proud to be home to 225+ veterinary practices across the U.S., and we believe that the best medicine and the best culture start at the local level. That’s why we prioritize medical autonomy and support our veterinarians in making the decisions that matter most for your patients and your community.
When a practice joins our network, the identity and leadership are maintained. Our role is to be a true partner, offering dedicated support in areas like recruitment, marketing, finance, and operations, so our veterinarians can stay focused on what they do best: caring for their patients.
Whether you're just getting started in your career, growing in a central support role, or planning for practice ownership, we’re here with personalized pathways and a team that’s behind you the whole way.
Our mission is simple: support those made to heal and care for animals while creating a place where veterinary professionals thrive. We build everything on a foundation of our core values: Passion, Engagement, Trust, and Service, a commitment that earned us a spot on Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2025. We’re proud to share that recognition with every member of our team.
