Job DescriptionManaging VeterinarianAdvanced Veterinary Care | Farmington, ConnecticutLead an Established Hospital. Practice Exceptional Medicine. Inspire an Exceptional Team.
Advanced Veterinary Care is seeking an outstanding veterinarian to lead our established, AAHA-accredited small animal hospital in Farmington, Connecticut. This is an ideal opportunity for a natural leader who wants to stay clinically active while mentoring others and shaping the direction of the practice. As Managing Veterinarian, you'll spend most of your time practicing medicine while providing medical leadership, mentoring associate veterinarians, and partnering with the Hospital Manager to guide the hospital's continued success. New Managing Veterinarians receive structured mentorship through NVA's Managing DVM training program to ensure a smooth transition into the role.
Leadership Opportunity- Lead an established, AAHA-accredited hospital with a loyal, multigenerational client base
- Balance hands-on clinical work with mentoring associates and supporting the broader team
- Partner with an experienced Hospital Manager on operations, engagement, and compliance
- Shape the hospital's medical standards, culture, and growth
- Practice with clinical autonomy, backed by NVA's leadership resources and Managing DVM development program
Hospital Strengths- Serving the Farmington community since 2006, in a welcoming New England Cape-style building with six exam rooms
- A 4-DVM practice with a collaborative, supportive doctor team
- Advanced diagnostic equipment, electronic medical records, and comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental services
- AAHA-accredited, reflecting our commitment to high-quality medicine
Exceptional Team & Culture- Experienced, collaborative team dedicated to outstanding patient care
- A supportive doctor team that shares cases, ideas, and coverage
- Mostly Fear Free Certified support staff, cross-trained for flexibility and efficiency
- A philosophy of empowering technicians and staff to work at the top of their training
- Leadership that values mentorship, communication, and continuous learning
- A genuinely positive, supportive culture
Client Experience- A devoted, multigenerational client base built on trust
- A reputation for compassionate medicine and personalized service
- Strong emphasis on client education, communication, and continuity of care
Professional Growth- Mentor and develop associate veterinarians while continuing to practice medicine
- Shape hospital culture, medical quality, and team development
- Leadership mentorship and Medical Director training through NVA
- Work alongside an experienced leadership team invested in your success
Life in Farmington- Easy access to Hartford, or choose from top-rated suburban communities like Farmington, Simsbury, West Hartford, and Avon
- Some of Connecticut's highest-rated public schools
- Miles of trails for walking, running, and cycling
- Kayaking and tubing on the Farmington River, skiing nearby at Mohawk Mountain
- Within two hours of both Boston and New York City
Compensation:
$160k-$180k (dependent on experience)
Quarterly production bonus potential and hospital profit share bonus program.
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
