Description
Privately Owned | Fear Free | Community-Focused | Mentorship-Driven
For over 45 years, Bethel Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted pillar of the Bethel, CT community. We are proudly privately owned and non-corporate, built on a foundation of practicing quality medicine over quantity. Our goal has always been simple: deliver exceptional care while maintaining a supportive, sustainable work environment.
Our Team
3 Veterinarians
1 Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
4 experienced technicians currently enrolled in CVT programs
18 dedicated support staff members
We invest in our team and our tools — including new laptops for doctors and staff and a streamlined, paper-light workflow.
Medicine & Technology
Software & Records
IDEXX Cornerstone practice management system
Fully integrated digital records, labs, and radiology
Typed SOAP notes for seamless case transfer
Paper-light system with digital prescriptions and minimal faxing
Diagnostics
IDEXX Laboratories in-house laboratory suite
Digital radiography with radiology consults
High diagnostic utilization
Dentistry
~6 COHATs per week
Digital dental radiographs are mandatory
Surgery
Soft tissue surgeries 3 days per week
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon available for TPLOs and advanced procedures
Specialty Services
Echocardiograms and abdominal ultrasounds performed with traveling internal medicine specialists
We are in the process of starting an urgent care center. Opportunities will be available for shifts in our new facility.
Support & Mentorship
Dedicated assistant and/or technician with you in appointments
Monthly doctor-only case discussion meetings
Strong mentorship culture — new and recent graduates encouraged to apply
Paid CE and conference attendance
We are committed to helping you grow into the veterinarian you want to become.
Work Environment
Fear Free techniques practiced
Zero tolerance for abusive clients — leadership supports you
A genuinely kind and community-rooted client base
Protected one-hour lunch breaks (yes, really)
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation is customizable to fit your goals:
Production-based, Pro-Sal, or straight salary options
Competitive pay reflective of Fairfield County
Signing and relocation bonuses negotiable
Benefits tailored to the individual associate
Location Perks
Located in Bethel, within Fairfield County:
Thriving foodie and farm-to-table culture
Outdoor recreation: hiking, boating, fishing
Award-winning schools
Approximately one hour to New York City for Broadway, concerts, and sports
Fairfield County is among the most affluent regions in the nation, and our client base is highly committed to their pets’ care.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome new graduates — in fact, we love mentoring doctors early in their careers. We’re seeking someone who wants to grow with a stable, respected hospital and build a long-term home.
If you’re looking for a supportive, progressive, privately owned practice where your voice matters — this could be your first and last job.
