Associate Veterinarian

NCVMA; Elmont (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

CE Allowance

PTO

Licensure Reimbursements

Job summary

Quality Veterinary Care in Elmont, NY seeks an Associate Veterinarian to join a compassionate, community-focused team. Build client relationships, provide medical, surgical, and dental care, and enjoy a strong work–life balance with no on-call shifts.

We offer a well-equipped clinic with digital radiography, in-house labs, ultrasound, flexible scheduling, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and CE allowance.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and collaborative clinician with client communication skills.
• Proven ability in routine medicine, surgery, and dentistry.
• Comfort with building client relationships and preventative care.
• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the US (DEA/State license as applicable).

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with clients to deliver high-quality care.
• Treat each patient to minimize stress and discomfort.
• Stay current with veterinary medicine, procedures, and equipment.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth hospital operations.
• Support and develop the veterinary support staff.
• Treat clients and patients with empathy and respect.

Skills

Compassionate

Team Player

Strong Communicator

General Medicine & Surgery

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Degree

Job description

Company Description

Join a compassionate, community-focused team in the heart of Long Island!

Quality Veterinary Care, a well-established small‑animal practice in Elmont, New York, is seeking a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team. If you’re looking for a practice where you can build strong client relationships, practice high-quality medicine, and enjoy an exceptional work–life balance, we’d love to meet you!

Why Join Quality Veterinary Care?

• Well-equipped practice, including digital radiography, in-house labs, dental radiography, ultrasound, and more.
• Flexible scheduling to support work–life balance.
• No on-call or overnight shifts.
• Competitive compensation with benefits including health insurance, CE allowance, PTO, licensure reimbursements, and more.
• A loyal, diverse client base that values our compassionate, thorough approach.

As our next Associate Veterinarian, you will:

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care.
• Build meaningful relationships with clients and educate them on preventative care.
• Work alongside a skilled support team dedicated to patient comfort and client satisfaction.
• Help shape our practice’s future through collaboration and fresh ideas.

Why You’ll Love Living and Working in Elmont, NY

Thinking about relocating? Elmont is a hidden gem on Long Island, blending suburban comfort with unbeatable access to world‑class amenities.

Big-city access without the big-city chaos

Elmont sits right on the border of Queens, giving you an easy commute to Manhattan while enjoying quieter, more affordable living.

Close to beaches, parks, and outdoor recreation

You’ll be minutes from Belmont Lake State Park, Hempstead Lake State Park, and iconic Jones Beach—perfect for hiking, biking, paddle boarding, or just relaxing by the water.

Home of the new UBS Arena

Catch NHL games, concerts, and major events at this state‑of-the‑art venue located right in town.

Incredible food scene

Explore vibrant restaurants featuring Caribbean, Latin American, South Asian, and classic New York eats—just steps from the clinic.

Easy transportation

Multiple LIRR stations, parkways, and airports nearby make it simple to travel or explore the region.

Whether you’re coming from across the state or across the country, Elmont offers an exciting blend of convenience, culture, and community.

Job Description

Our Veterinarians:

• Develop a relationship with our clients and partner with them to deliver the highest quality patient care possible.
• Treat each pet individually to minimize stress, anxiety or discomfort.
• Stay up-to-date with innovative and emerging veterinary medications, procedures, treatments, protocols and equipment.
• Collaborate and function as a team within the hospital.
• Help to continue developing the support team.
• Treat every client like family and each patient like their own pet.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• Full Time OR Part Time Experienced Veterinarian
• Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator
• Proficient in general medicine and surgery
• Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an AVMA accredited university
• Current DEA License or obtained upon hire
• Active Veterinary State License
• USDA Accreditation or obtained upon hire

Additional Information

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

Salary Range can vary from $110,000 to $180,000. Determining factor is solely based off experience, qualifications, schedule, compensation structure, and is subjected to change per applicable candidate.