Associate Veterinarian (Part-Time)

Bideawee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 142,065 - 202,335; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

403(b) with employer contributions

Discounted services and pet food

Job summary

Bideawee in New York City is seeking a part-time veterinarian to provide compassionate medical and surgical care for shelter pets. This position emphasizes collaboration and allows a direct impact on animal welfare.

Candidates should have a DVM or VMD, a NYS veterinary license, and at least 4 years of veterinary experience. The role includes generous PTO and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a veterinarian.
• Surgical experience, particularly in soft tissue surgeries.
• Shelter medicine experience preferred; not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality medical and surgical care for shelter pets.
• Collaborate with staff for successful outcomes for every animal.
• Contribute to population health and shape shelter protocols.
• Guide and mentor staff and volunteers.
• Partner with leadership to enhance care programs.
• Represent Bideawee's mission in the community.
• Introduce best practices in veterinary medicine.

Skills

Compassionate medical care

Collaboration with staff

Mentoring staff and volunteers

Soft tissue surgeries

Education

DVM or VMD from accredited veterinary school

NYS veterinary license

DEA license

Job description

Practice with Purpose

At Bideawee, we offer veterinarians something a little different: the chance to practice with purpose. Here, your work goes beyond appointments. Every exam, every procedure, every moment of care brings a homeless pet closer to their forever family.

What Sets Us Apart

• Mission over Metrics: Here, you won’t be told to squeeze in more appointments or upsell treatments. You’ll get to focus on helping animals who need you most.
• Impact You Can See: Every procedure you perform here is a step toward a pet finding their forever family.
• Community & Collaboration: Work alongside passionate colleagues who share your love for animals — no competition, just collaboration.
• Balance & Well-Being: We believe in caring for our veterinarians, too. Reasonable schedules, supportive staff, and a culture of wellness are part of our mission.
• Be Part of the Bigger Story: As part of Bideawee, your work directly reduces shelter overcrowding, promotes adoption, and creates healthier communities.

Find rewarding work in the shelter environment with resources for work‑ups and diagnostics available to help our animals find their forever homes. Join an organization that has been making the world a better place for pets and the people who love them since 1903!

Your Role

As part of our veterinary team, you’ll play a central role in bringing Bideawee’s mission to life. Every day offers a chance to use your skills to heal, comfort, and advocate for the animals who need you most. Make a direct and visible impact for pets and the people who care for them.

What You’ll Do

• Provide compassionate, high‑quality medical and surgical care for shelter pets.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure every animal receives the best chance for a successful outcome.
• Contribute to population health and help shape protocols that keep our shelters safe, sanitary, and thriving.
• Guide and mentor staff and volunteers, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Partner with leadership to grow our programs and continuously improve how we care for animals and their people.
• Represent Bideawee’s mission in the community and support outreach initiatives that keep pets healthy and families together.
• Bring new ideas and best practices in veterinary medicine to our team.

Compensation & Schedule

This is a 3‑day per week part‑time position with an hourly rate of $125/hr, commensurate with experience. Part‑time employees of Bideawee enjoy generous amounts of Paid Time Off, 403(b) with matching employer contributions, and discount services and pet food.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates should have at least 4 years of experience as a veterinarian.
• Graduate with a DVM or VMD from a US accredited veterinary school.
• NYS veterinary license.
• DEA license or ability to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe.
• Shelter medicine experience preferred but not necessary. Surgical experience necessary.
• Able to perform soft tissue surgeries including but not limited to spays and neuters of dogs and cats.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Bideawee is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We continuously strive to place our employees at the center of our thinking and elevate inclusive practices to develop and support a more engaged and productive workforce.

Equal Opportunity

Bideawee is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving the goal of equal employment opportunity for all. Applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions without regard to mental or physical disability, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, employment status or any protected federal, state, or local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.