Senior Veterinarian

Senior Veterinarian | Boston, MA
Full-Time | On-Site | Small Animal Veterinary Leadership

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
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Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced Senior Veterinarian for a full-time opportunity in the Boston area. This is a senior clinical leadership position within a state-of-the-art private veterinary practice, offering the opportunity to oversee a growing hospital, work alongside a team of veterinarians and support staff, and potentially advance into a future Director of Operations role overseeing multiple facilities.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Veterinarian will provide high-quality medical and surgical care to companion animals, primarily dogs and cats, while also helping lead clinical operations and support the continued growth of the hospital. The facility is expected to expand to seven-day operations, making team development, staffing, clinical leadership, and operational collaboration important components of this role.

The ideal candidate brings at least five years of veterinary hospital experience, strong small-animal medical and surgical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other veterinarians, hospital leadership, referring veterinarians, clients, and support staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Examine and diagnose diseases and injuries in companion animals
• Develop and manage medical treatment plans
• Treat patients both medically and surgically
• Perform dental procedures
• Administer core vaccinations
• Counsel clients regarding preventive care and wellness
• Manage ongoing medical cases and patient outcomes
• Collaborate with referring veterinarians
• Work with the Regional Operations Manager and Hospital Manager to maintain high standards of patient care
• Help oversee clinical operations within the veterinary hospital
• Support and mentor veterinarians and veterinary staff
• Assist with building and growing a strong veterinary team
• Support staffing and operational planning as the hospital expands its service schedule
• Help maintain efficient patient flow and high-quality clinical standards
• Participate in ongoing education, seminars, and clinical training
• Manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Contribute to a positive work environment for staff, clients, and patients

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Relevant experience should include strong hands-on small-animal clinical care in areas such as:

• Physical Examinations
• Medical Diagnosis and Treatment
• Medical Case Management
• Preventive Medicine
• Vaccinations
• Soft-Tissue Surgery
• Dentistry
• Dental Extractions
• Anesthesia / Analgesia Management
• Diagnostic Interpretation
• Client Counseling
• Referral Coordination

LEADERSHIP & GROWTH

This opportunity offers meaningful long-term growth potential. The Senior Veterinarian will help oversee a state-of-the-art facility and work with hospital and regional leadership as the practice continues to expand. The role may provide a future pathway into a Director of Operations position with responsibility across multiple facilities.

COMPENSATION STRUCTURE

The position offers flexible compensation options that may include:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Production-Based Compensation Options
• Bonus Incentives
• Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• Stock / Equity Options
• Relocation Assistance

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• FSA / HSA Options
• 401(k)
• Stock Options
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Continuing Education Support
• CE Travel Coverage
• Professional Association Dues
• Licensure Support
• Time Off for Continuing Education
• Flexible Scheduling Options