Associate Veterinarian

Chattyvets; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k)

Life and supplemental insurance

Job summary

Global Veterinary Careers seeks an Associate Veterinarian for a well-established small animal hospital in Valhalla, NY. The role offers clinical autonomy, mentorship and outstanding work-life balance.

We offer flexible full-time or part-time scheduling, no on-call duties, a competitive salary up to $180,000 plus sign-on, relocation support, and student loan assistance. Modern equipment supports diagnostics, surgery and dentistry within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• DVM / VMD (or equivalent) degree required.
• Eligible to work in the US.
• Passion for high-quality small animal medicine.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from AVMA-accredited university.
• NAVLE certification required.
• ECFVG or PAVE if graduated from non-AVMA program.
• DEA, state, and USDA licences (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Wellness and preventative medicine.
• Medical consultations and diagnostics.
• Soft tissue surgery.
• Dentistry.
• Client education and preventative healthcare.
• Collaborative case management within a supportive clinical team.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Client education

Clinical autonomy

Education

DVM / VMD (or equivalent)

NAVLE certification

ECFVG or PAVE

Job description

Associate Veterinarian – Valhalla, NY | Up to $180k + Sign-On Bonus | Flexible Scheduling

Why this role stands out

Looking for a supportive practice where you can enjoy clinical autonomy, mentorship and outstanding work-life balance?

Join a well-established small animal hospital offering:

• $80,000–$180,000 salary (dependent on experience and schedule)
• Sign-on bonus
• Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling
• No on-call or after-hours responsibilities
• Relocation support and student loan assistance

The Practice

• Established small animal hospital with a loyal client base
• Collaborative team of experienced veterinarians, licensed technicians and support staff
• Full-service practice providing preventative care, diagnostics, surgery and dentistry
• Modern equipment including digital radiography and in-house laboratory
• Supportive culture with strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Clinical autonomy backed by experienced colleagues
• Future ownership opportunities available

The Role

Full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian position with a varied small animal caseload including:

• Wellness and preventative medicine
• Medical consultations and diagnostics
• Soft tissue surgery
• Dentistry
• Client education and preventative healthcare
• Collaborative case management within a supportive clinical team

Suitable for:

• Experienced Associate Veterinarians
• New graduates seeking mentorship
• Team-oriented clinicians
• Veterinarians looking for flexible scheduling and long-term career progression

Salary & Benefits

• $80,000–$180,000 salary
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Student loan assistance
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life and supplemental insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave
• CE allowance and paid professional dues
• Professional liability insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee pet care discounts
• Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling
• Future ownership opportunities
• No on-call or after-hours

Location

Valhalla, New York offers the perfect balance of peaceful suburban living and easy access to New York City. Located in scenic Westchester County, you'll enjoy excellent schools, parks, hiking trails, local restaurants and quick access to Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Connecticut.

Requirements

• DVM / VMD (or equivalent)
• Eligible to work in the US
• Passion for high-quality small animal medicine
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university
• NAVLE certification
• ECFVG or PAVE (if graduated from a non-AVMA accredited program)
• DEA, State, and USDA licences (or ability to obtain upon hire)

This role is advertised by Global Veterinary Careers.