Veterinarian Jobs in Massachusetts

Veterinarian jobs in Massachusetts are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated in companion animal practice, academic veterinary medicine, and public health and research settings at every level from new graduate to specialty-board-certified senior clinician. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring activity, and established employers such as Angell Animal Medical Center, Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, and VCA Animal Hospitals maintain ongoing recruiting pipelines in the state. The most sought-after specialties include emergency and critical care, internal medicine, and shelter and public health veterinary roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles106+
Top employerDESORT STAFFING
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring57
Work type100% On-site
Top industryAnimal Care

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Staff, Senior, Managing Veterinarian - Boston
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Staff, Senior, Managing Veterinarian - Boston
Small Door Veterinary
Boston, Massachusetts
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
$140k - $215k/yr
51-200

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Managing Veterinarian - MA - Burlington - New Clinic Opening
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Managing Veterinarian - MA - Burlington - New Clinic Opening
Small Door Veterinary
Burlington, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$195k - $210k/yr
51-200

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Veterinarian - Part Time
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Veterinarian - Part Time
Veterinary Practice Partners
Boston, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$80k - $110k/yr
10,000+

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Hospital Medical Leader or Associate Veterinarian
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Hospital Medical Leader or Associate Veterinarian
Petco
Wareham, Massachusetts
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$128k - $205k/yr
10,000+

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Small Animal Veterinarian– Somerville, MA
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Small Animal Veterinarian– Somerville, MA
DESORT STAFFING
Somerville, Massachusetts
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Science
$100k - $200k/yr

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Veterinarian Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
13 jobs
Lunenburg
5 jobs
Swansea
4 jobs
Waltham
4 jobs
Framingham
4 jobs
Natick
3 jobs
Newton
3 jobs
Peabody
3 jobs
Westford
3 jobs

Veterinarian Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • DESORT STAFFING20
  • VCA Animal Hospitals11
  • Petco7
  • Vetco7
  • VEG ER for Pets6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Animal Care & Pet Services

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in veterinarian jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Active Massachusetts veterinary license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Veterinary Medicine
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine
  • Current DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing privileges
  • Experience with electronic medical records systems such as Cornerstone or Impromed
  • Board certification or residency training in a recognized veterinary specialty for advanced clinical roles
  • Strong client communication skills and ability to work within a multi-doctor practice team

Veterinarian Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a veterinarian in Massachusetts?

To practice as a veterinarian in Massachusetts, you must hold an active license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Veterinary Medicine, which requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited institution and passage of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination. Applicants also complete a Massachusetts-specific jurisprudence component. Graduates of foreign veterinary schools must meet additional credentialing requirements before applying for licensure.

How much do veterinarians make in Massachusetts?

Veterinarians in Massachusetts earn a median of about $140,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,320 for the lowest 10% to over $260,010 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire veterinarians in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring veterinarians in Massachusetts right now include DESORT STAFFING, VCA Animal Hospitals, and Petco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's strong presence of academic veterinary institutions, large regional emergency and specialty hospitals, and multi-location companion animal groups means hiring activity extends well beyond the Boston metro into suburban and rural communities.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most veterinarian jobs?

Boston, Lunenburg, and Swansea have the most veterinarian openings in Massachusetts. Boston drives volume through its concentration of specialty and emergency hospitals, academic institutions such as Tufts, and large corporate practice groups, while Worcester and Springfield reflect steady demand from regional general practices and shelter medicine programs serving central and western Massachusetts populations.

Are there remote veterinarian jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. Veterinary work is fundamentally hands-on, so fully remote positions represent a small share of total openings. About 0% of veterinarian openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be in veterinary telehealth consultation, medical directing, or clinical education roles rather than direct patient care.

How can I get hired as a veterinarian in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to rotating or specialty internship programs offered by Massachusetts institutions such as Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine and Angell Animal Medical Center, both of which run structured new-graduate programs each year. Associate veterinarian roles at general practice groups and shelter medicine positions with organizations like the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals are also designed for early-career candidates. Having an active Massachusetts license in hand before applying gives any new graduate a clear competitive edge.

Where can I find and apply to veterinarian jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to veterinarian jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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