Overview
Spruce Hill Veterinary Clinic (SHVC) is a 4-doctor small animal hospital located at the corner of Plumtree and Allen Streets in Springfield, MA. We treat dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and rodents, and offer a full range of medical and surgical services. The veterinarians and staff members are dedicated to providing the very best care to our wonderful patients and their caring owners. We feel fortunate to have a profession that allows us to work with animals, and be able to help them when help is needed. We are also licensed as wildlife rehabilitators, and volunteer our services to treat injured birds, rabbits and rodents.
Spruce Hill Veterinary Clinic is a full service small animal hospital in Springfield, MA, proudly serving the community for over 40 years. Known for compassionate, high quality medical and surgical care, the team provides wellness services, dentistry, surgery, digital radiography, and in house diagnostics. With experienced doctors and a supportive staff, Spruce Hill is dedicated to exceptional patient care and building lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
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About the Job: Goodbye, non-competes, unrealistic production goals, and 12-hour workdays. Hello to a new era in practicing veterinary care. Spruce Hill Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced and compassionate Veterinarian who is motivated by excellent medicine, thoughtful leadership, and a collaborative team culture. This is an opportunity to lead a well-established hospital that prioritizes clinical quality, mentorship, and sustainability in veterinary medicine. We believe veterinary leaders should have the autonomy to practice high-quality, evidence-based medicine without non-competes, unrealistic production pressure, or burnout-driven schedules. As veterinarians ourselves, we understand the challenges of today’s profession and are committed to building an environment where clinicians can grow, teach, learn, and enjoy long, fulfilling careers. As the lead Veterinarian, you will help guide medical standards, mentor associates and technicians, and collaborate with a seasoned leadership team while continuing to practice at a high level. Pay Rate: $140,000 - $170,000 annually (commensurate with experience + production); Schedule Needs: Full-Time, 30-40 hours per week GP Hours: M/W/F: 9AM - 5PM; T/Th - 9AM - 8PM; Sat/Sun: Closed About the Clinic: Spruce Hill Veterinary Clinic: https://sprucehillveterinaryclinic.com/ Spruce Hill Veterinary Clinic has proudly served the Springfield and greater Hampden County community for more than 40 years. We are consistently recognized as one of the highest-rated veterinary hospitals in the area and a recipient of “Best Veterinary Hospital” honors based on Google Reviews, a reflection of both our medical standards and the trust we have built with our clients over decades. We are a full-service small animal hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs and cats, and we are also licensed wildlife rehabilitators, caring for injured birds, rabbits, and small wildlife. This unique component of our practice reflects our deep commitment to community service and medical stewardship. Our hospital is fully paperless and well equipped with modern technology, including in-house IDEXX laboratory equipment, digital radiography, ultrasound, and digital dental radiography. We maintain separate, fully equipped surgery and dental suites to support efficient workflow and the highest standards of patient care. We are fortunate to have a rotating relief surgeon who joins our team twice per month and is passionate about teaching and sharing advanced surgical techniques with our doctors and technicians. This adds an ongoing layer of professional development and collaborative learning to our hospital culture. We operate with a strong 2:1 technician-to-doctor ratio, allowing our veterinarians to focus on medicine while being supported by highly skilled, experienced, and long-tenured support staff. Mentorship, growth, and development are core values at Spruce Hill, and we foster an environment where doctors and staff learn from one another and uphold consistently high medical standards. Benefits & More: * Medical Leadership role with real clinical autonomy * A seasoned, engaged team with strong technician support structure * In-house laboratory diagnostics * Digital radiography * Digital Dental radiography * Straight Salary OR Salary Plus Production * Generous sign-on bonuses & relocation assistance * No non-compete * No negative accrual * 4 weeks (160 hours) of PTO * Hassle-free flexible scheduling * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401k with employer match * Student Debt Assistance * Generous CE allowance – 5 days or $3500 annually * Paid license fees and membership dues * 24-hour mental health & wellness resources * Mentorship & Development programs - VIVA Mentorship Program Qualifications: * Licensed Massachusetts Veterinarian - active and in good standing * All Experience levels considered * General surgical experience or willingness to learn is preferred * Prior leadership experience or strong interest in mentorship and medical oversight * Commitment to high-quality medicine, team development, and client communication If this sounds like a team you would like to be a part of, apply today for immediate consideration! Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) is a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across 12 states. VIP is guided by a mission to provide veterinarians and their teams with all the resources, mentorship, and autonomy they need to thrive personally and professionally while giving pets the best possible care. Join the VIP family, where our team members are our top priority to ensure best-in-class personalized care, ownership and accountability, trust, and an exceptional work environment Stay connected with VIP! Follow Veterinary Innovative Partners on LinkedIn for the latest career opportunities, team stories, and behind-the-scenes looks at life in our hospitals.