Are you a veterinary student or an early career veterinarian looking to take the next big step in your career? Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) is excited to offer a Small Animal Rotating Internship in our dynamic and growing specialty and emergency hospital. Located in beautiful Buzzards Bay and Dennis, MA, we are the only emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Cape Cod and the Islands.

With a team of over 20 specialists across nine disciplines, CCVS is dedicated to providing gold-standard medical care and helping veterinary professionals grow into confident, skilled practitioners.

• Broad Exposure: Our internship provides hands-on experience in multiple specialties, including Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Anesthesia, and Cardiology. You’ll work directly with specialists and have primary case responsibility when on the ECC service.
• Mentorship: You will have access to board-certified specialists on site across various fields  to guide your development. Twice-daily cage-side rounds, a journal club, and weekly mortality and morbidity rounds will foster both clinical expertise and critical thinking.
• Collaboration: Our team is enthusiastic, friendly, and always ready to support each other. With 60+ veterinary technicians, liaisons and assistants, we ensure you're not just learning but also thriving in a team-based, supportive environment.

• Clinical Responsibilities: You’ll be directly involved in patient care—from conducting exams and ordering diagnostics to prescribing treatments and managing hospitalized patients. You’ll also communicate with clients and referring veterinarians to ensure continuity of care.
• Educational Opportunities: CCVS emphasizes continuous learning. In addition to clinical duties, you'll present a lecture on a topic of your choice and participate in our comprehensive education program.
• Schedule & Rotations: Our well-rounded internship includes:
  • 24 weeks on ECC
  • 9 weeks on Surgery
  • 9 weeks on Internal Medicine
  • 2 weeks on Radiology
  • 2 weeks on Cardiology
  • 2 weeks on Anesthesia
  • 4 weeks for elective time based on your interests

At CCVS, you'll work alongside an experienced and diverse team of specialists, including:

• Criticalists (8)
• Internists (2)
• Anesthesiologist (1)
• Radiologist (1)
• Dermatologist (1)
• Surgeons (5)
• Cardiologist (1)
• Exotic Specialist (1)

This diverse range of specialties ensures you’ll gain exposure to a broad spectrum of cases, enriching your clinical experience and skillset.

• Competitive Salary: $72,500/year
• Flexible Shifts: A combination of days, evenings, and overnights
• Support: A critical care specialist is available 7 days a week for consultations
• Paid Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation and 1 week of paid CE
• Additional Benefits: CE allowance, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

CCVS is a proud United Veterinary Care Partner, offering sustainable and fulfilling career paths for our team members. If you’re ready to immerse yourself in a challenging, fast-paced environment that will set you up for a successful career in veterinary medicine, we encourage you to apply!

For more information or to schedule an interview, contact Chelly Smith at michellesmith@capecodvetspecialists.com.

Come grow with us while living on the beautiful Cape Cod coast!

• Must pass NAVLE/PAVE/ECFVG
• Have an active license to practice in MA 

About Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists

United Veterinary Care is a fast growing, national group of primary care, emergency, and specialty veterinary practices united by a passion for culture, communication, collaboration, and teamwork. However, we’re not just another practice management company. We are the veterinary industry assimilator. Our goal is to change what is happening within the veterinary profession due to the rapid rate of corporate consolidation by providing our peers and partners with an alternative to the downside of corporate medicine. Our goal is to Empower, Support, and Unite all of our hospitals with support, training, and technology to elevate their businesses, retain their team members, and strengthen their unique brands to consistently deliver a superior client experience

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