Associate Veterinarian

Tempus Recruitment; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempus Recruitment is seeking a full-service GP veterinarian for a hospital in Albuquerque, NM. The role includes routine vaccines, orthopedic surgery, and a supportive mentorship path for new graduates or interns.

The schedule typically features four days totaling about 32 hours, with weekend flexibility and options for part-time arrangements. The practice is well-equipped with digital imaging, ultrasound, Idexx labs, and modern dental and surgical facilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed DVM or eligible for licensure in NM.
• Mentorship available for new graduates and interns.
• Flexible full-time or part-time arrangements with supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive GP care, vaccines and exams.
• Assist with orthopedic procedures and post-op care.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and support staff to maintain high patient care.
• Participate in weekend/rotation scheduling as needed.

Skills

Mentorship available

New graduate friendly

Team collaboration

Education

DVM degree

Tools

Digital X-ray

Digital dental

Ultrasound

Vet-Tome

Idexx labs

InVue machine

Job description

The hospital itself is open Monday through Friday from 7am to 7pm, and on Saturday from 9am to5 pm. They are closed on Sundays. Full-time schedules consist of roughly 32 hours over four days, with flexibility around shifts. If a doctor works on Saturday, they receive an additional day off during the week. A typical schedule includes three days of appointments and one full surgical day. The team is open to full-time or part-time arrangements and can be very flexible.

Role Description and Responsibilities

This is a full-service GP role that includes a range of clinical responsibilities. The hospital welcomes both experienced veterinarians and new graduates. Mentorship is available for new grads, and they are also open to taking new graduates through internships.

The practice offers 20-minute appointments for annual vaccines with one pet, 30 minutes for two pets, and 40 minutes for three. Rechecks are scheduled for 30 minutes and sick visits for 40 minutes. The hospital is well-equipped with digital x-ray, digital dental, two ultrasounds (including a new unit), and a companion therapy laser. There are four exam rooms, a large separate surgical suite, and a dental suite featuring a new Vet-Tome machine. They also have in-house Idexx labs with a new inVue machine and a full suite of diagnostic capabilities, alongside computerized records. An outdoor euthanasia garden has been created to support compassionate end-of-life care. The practice offers full-service GP care and orthopedic surgery, with mentorship available for those interested in learning orthopedics. They are always open to investing in new equipment as needed.

Team

The team includes two part-time DVMs, one full-time DVM, and one steady relief veterinarian. The support team is strong, maintaining an excellent 2:1 staff-to-doctor ratio.

The Package:

• Competitive Base Salary Up To $160k (DOE)
• Opportunity to Earn Production Bonuses