About the role
Practice
Since the 1960s, we've been taking care of pets and their people in our local community.
As a respected veterinary hospital, everything we do, from the careful design of our hospital to the selection of our staff, is done to ensure the comfort and well being of our patients and their owners. It is our goal to educate and involve clients in developing an individualized preventative health care plan that is best for their special companions.
Position Purpose
Come Grow With Us
At Boxford Animal Hospital, we’ve built a practice around something that matters—
relationships
. Our clients know us, trust us, and often bring their pets to us for generations. Just as importantly, our team genuinely enjoys working together.
We’re looking for a veterinarian who wants to be part of a close-knit practice, build lasting relationships, and help shape what comes next.
What You’ll Find Here
A strong community connection
Generations of clients who value the care you provide.
A practice with room to grow: We’re expanding our services and welcome new ideas.
A supportive team
Experienced, long-term staff paired with engaged leadership.
Work-life balance
Flexible scheduling and rotating Saturdays.
A great location
Rural New England charm with easy access to trails and the coast.
A well-equipped hospital
Spacious facilities, digital radiology, in-house IDEXX diagnostics, and exciting upgrades ahead.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a veterinarian who:
- Enjoys building genuine relationships with clients and teammates.
- Is curious, motivated, and willing to take initiative.
- Takes pride in providing thoughtful, high-quality medicine.
- Wants to grow alongside a practice that is continuing to evolve.
If you’re looking for a place where you can practice good medicine, know your clients, enjoy your coworkers, and still have a life outside of work,
we’d love to meet you.
Come for the medicine. Stay for the people.
Essential Responsibilities
- Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
- Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
- Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
- Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
- Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
- Maintain patients’ medical records.
- Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.
Requirements/Qualifications
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
- Appropriate state licensure.
- Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
Benefits Offered
Unlimited personal time
Bonus incentives
- Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
- Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
CE and licensure reimbursement
Flexible work schedules
Managing career path development
Employee Assistance Program
DVM Referral Program
Mental Health Resources
Relocation assistance available
Pay Range
USD $115,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.