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Chief of Staff Veterinarian
Sakonnet Veterinary Hospital | Tiverton, RI

Why You’ll Love Working Here
Sakonnet Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Chief of Staff Veterinarian to lead our established, full-service practice in beautiful coastal Rhode Island. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who is passionate about high-quality medicine, mentorship, and team leadership while still enjoying hands-on clinical work. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of a thriving hospital, we’d love to meet you.

About the Hospital
Sakonnet Veterinary Hospital is a well-respected practice providing exceptional care to dogs, cats, ferrets, and other pocket pets. We pride ourselves on practicing high-quality medicine in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Our recently renovated, spacious facility features:

• In-house laboratory
• Five exam rooms
• Dedicated surgical and dental suites
• Advanced equipment including a surgical laser, cryotherapy, and a new ultrasound unit
• The Team
• You’ll be supported by a friendly, experienced, and compassionate support staff who are deeply committed to our patients, clients, and the surrounding community. As Chief of Staff, you’ll play a key role in mentoring doctors, fostering a positive culture, and partnering with leadership to support hospital growth and team wellbeing.

Leadership Opportunity
As Chief of Staff, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Lead and mentor veterinarians and support staff
• Promote medical excellence and consistency of care
• Partner with hospital and regional leadership on operational and team initiatives
• Help cultivate an engaged, collaborative, and wellbeing-focused culture

Location, Location, Location
Located in Tiverton, RI, Sakonnet Veterinary Hospital offers the perfect balance of coastal living and city access:

• Just 20 minutes from Newport and Providence
• Easy access to beaches, fishing, biking trails, and outdoor recreation
• Enjoy Newport’s dining, shopping, nightlife, and the iconic Cliff Walk
• Providence offers vibrant restaurants, shopping, and a convenient airport

Compensation & Benefits
We’re committed to supporting our leaders both professionally and personally. This role offers:

• Competitive salary
• Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous CE allowance and paid CE time
• Paid vacation time
• Professional dues and liability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Strong mentorship and leadership support

Join Our Team
If you’re excited about leading a collaborative, wellbeing-focused practice while practicing excellent medicine in a beautiful coastal community, we’d love to connect.

Life is better here! Apply today or reach out directly to Melissa at Melissa.Geerlof@vetcor.com