Step into a high-volume, well-supported small-animal role in North Plainfield, NJ, with compensation up to $199,000. This full-time opportunity offers a steady caseload, modern diagnostics, and a collaborative team dedicated to excellent preventive care and client service.
The Hospital
This is a full-service, preventive-care focused small-animal practice located within a busy retail environment, providing steady client flow and predictable weekday-weekend hours. The hospital is designed for efficient workflows and supportive teamwork, with structured onboarding and ongoing professional development.
- Full-service general practice offering wellness care, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry
- On-site digital radiography, dental x-ray, and in-house laboratory diagnostics
- General surgery and dental caseload, including routine spay-neuter
- Client-friendly options such as curbside and drop-off appointments
- In-house pharmacy with online pharmacy support
- Additional client services including microchipping, medical grooming, and language interpretation
- Team-centered culture that values mentorship, clear communication, and continuous improvement
Location
North Plainfield, NJ, blends small-town character with commuter convenience. Nestled at the base of the Watchung Mountains, the borough offers quick connections to major highways, transit to New York City, and a welcoming, diverse community.
- Easy access to NYC via nearby rail and bus routes, plus Route 22, I-78, and I-287
- Historic neighborhoods and tree-lined streets, including a nationally recognized historic district
- Local culture at the Vermeule Community Center and the Fleetwood Museum of Art and Photographica
- Parks and outdoor escapes close by, including Washington Rock State Park and Somerset County facilities
- Active community programs, recreation, and events for all ages
- Convenient shopping and dining along Route 22 and in nearby business districts
- Family-friendly amenities with local schools and regional healthcare resources
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match and Roth options
- Student debt relief program for eligible full-time DVMs
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Mental health and wellbeing resources, including coaching and counseling
- Company-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
- Paid parental leave, including adoption support
- Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE support
- Family support resources, including back-up child and elder care
- Fertility and family-building support
- Commuter benefits
- Legal plan and identity protection options
- Voluntary protection benefits for critical illness, accident, and hospital stays
- Pet care discounts
- Flexible scheduling with predictable hours
- Professional growth pathways, leadership development, and dedicated coaching
The Role
- Full-time Associate Veterinarian in a small-animal setting
- Deliver high-quality preventive care, wellness exams, and client education
- Diagnose and treat cases using digital radiography, dental x-ray, and in-house lab resources
- Perform general soft-tissue surgery and dentistry, including routine spay-neuter
- Provide anesthesia, pain management, and comprehensive dental care
- Collaborate with a skilled support team to optimize workflow and patient outcomes
- Contribute to efficient curbside and drop-off appointment models
- Maintain accurate medical records and uphold best-practice standards
- Participate in a fair, predictable schedule that may include shared weekend coverage
Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited program
- Active license (or eligibility) to practice veterinary medicine in New Jersey
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- DEA registration (or eligibility)
- Strong communication skills and a team-first approach
- Comfortable performing general surgery and dentistry or eager to develop these skills with mentorship
How to Apply
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