Associate Veterinarian

Acorn Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced, surgically-inclined Associate Veterinarian to join us at our well-established and thriving 10-doctor practice who is interested in a soft tissue and dentistry caseload.

Located in Franklin, MA, our suburban community is 40 miles southwest of Boston and offers all the charm of a historical New England town with easy access to the Boston and Providence metro areas and an abundance of local parks and outdoor recreation.

At Acorn Animal Hospital, You Will Love:

• Medical and surgical excellence: Seeing a variety of cases including acute and chronic disease patients, as well as routine and advanced surgical procedures - spay/neuter, mass removals, abdominal procedures, foreign bodies, dental extractions, etc.
• A high standard of care: Providing client education and offering comprehensive treatment plan options for patients.
• Working with our collaborative, 10 DVM team and skilled support staff in a large clinic facility with industry-leading and up-to-date equipment.
• The ability to be able to pursue your passion for exceptional animal care without sacrificing your schedule and a healthy work-life balance.

Skills, Knowledge & Attributes

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an AVMA accredited university, or equivalent
• Active veterinarian license to practice in the state of MA, or license-eligible
• Experienced in companion animal wellness and preventive care medicine
• A commitment to the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

Position Type

• 💲 Competitive ProSal , with an annual salary range of $130,000-150,000+ per year
• 💸 Sign-on bonus available for experienced candidates
• 🚚 Financial relocation assistance available for candidates making a move
• 🩺 Health/Dental/Vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
• 💼 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• 💵 Student loan assistance for early career candidates – up to $12,000 per year for 4 years
• 🧑‍🎓 Continuing Education (CE) allowance of $2,500 annually + paid 3 CE days
• 📜 Licensing & dues paid for state license renewal, DEA, and AVMA membership
• 📅 Paid Time Off (PTO) , holidays, and paid parental maternity/paternity leave
• 🧘‍♀️ Wellness and mental health tools to fit your personalized needs with Calm Health, Teladoc, Kindly Human, Fertility Advocacy, and NB Fitness
• 🐾 Pet care discounts for your furry family members