Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Town of Hartford (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Vacation and sick leave

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Burrstone Animal Hospital in central New York is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a supportive, team‑oriented practice with access to world‑class medicine, advanced technology, and mentorship for new graduates and seasoned doctors alike.

You’ll be empowered to deliver compassionate care while enjoying a strong work‑life balance, generous benefits, and opportunities to grow within the VCA network. Full‑time schedule; salary range $100k–$125k.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• NY licensure in good standing or ability to obtain license.
• Commitment to the highest standard of medicine and veterinary ethics.

Skills

Pet care passion

World-class medicine

Team collaboration

Teaching and mentorship

Client relationships

Education

DVM degree

NY licensure

Ethics in practice

Job description

Monday – Friday: 8 am – 6 pm

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Burrstone Animal Hospital and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Our hospital is located in the heart of central New York state with all of the best the state has to offer in just a short daytrip! Nature lovers will appreciate the closeness to the Adirondack Mountains for hiking and camping! The Finger Lakes region for wine touring is right around the corner. Nearby, you will find zoos, museums, breweries, casinos, local sports, golfing, skiing, shopping, Broadway Theater League, and so much more.

Why join the team

• Here at Burrstone, we’ve built a supportive, team‑focused environment where veterinarians can truly thrive — great medicine, great clients, and a great team.
• We work very hard to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Dr. Justyna Meenan (Medical Director) loves teaching, mentoring, and welcomes new graduates and experienced doctors alike!
• Our hospital offers all the best in surgical, dental procedures as well as digital radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and starting to offer acupuncture.
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Full‑Time
• Hours of Operation:
• Monday – Friday: 8 am – 6 pm

Cases

• Cats, Dogs

Who We Look For

• People obsessed with pets and their care
• Dedicated experts who want to provide world‑class medicine
• Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
• Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
• Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full‑time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $100k - $125k, dependent on experience.
• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Health & Well‑being

• Innovative Associate health and well‑being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401k retirement savings plan with companymatch
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Discover Additional Benefits

Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in NY, or the ability to obtain
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world‑class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

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Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com