Co-Owner Veterinarian

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer retirement plan contribution

Generous PTO plus CE time

Annual CE allowance

Relocation assistance

Licensing, DEA, AVMA PLIT covered

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital is seeking a DVM to transition into a Partner role in Hartsdale, NY, offering co-ownership alongside Veterinary Practice Partners. This opportunity includes clinical leadership, mentoring, and significant participation in practice growth and performance.

The ideal candidate will have a DVM/VMD and strong communication skills to lead a dedicated team in a supportive environment. Competitive compensation includes base salary, profit participation, health benefits, and more.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent.
• Active New York veterinary license or ability to obtain.
• 3+ years clinical experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and uphold medical standards and practice protocols.
• Guide case management and clinical decision making.
• Oversee medical record accuracy and charge capture.
• Support hiring and onboarding of veterinarians and support staff.
• Drive revenue growth while maintaining medical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)

Job description

Owner Opportunity

Hartsdale, New York

Become a Practice Owner

We’re seeking a DVM aspiring to become a practice owner. Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital is looking for the right veterinarian to step into a partnership role with the opportunity to grow into co‑ownership alongside Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP).

This role offers the chance to step into leadership, build ownership, and help shape what comes next for a well‑established hospital in a highly desirable Westchester County location. As a Partner DVM, you will help guide the practice’s direction, support the team, and play a meaningful role in its long‑term success.

You will not just practice in the hospital.

You will help shape it and share in its success.

About the Hospital

Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital is a full‑service, AAHA‑accredited hospital right in the heart of Hartsdale, just steps from the Metro‑North train station, making it an easy commute whether you’re coming from the city or nearby Westchester communities.

We care for a loyal and long‑standing client base across Scarsdale, Edgemont, White Plains, and beyond, with a caseload that keeps things interesting, from preventative care and diagnostics to surgery and dentistry.

The team here is what really makes it special. It’s collaborative, well‑supported, and genuinely enjoys working together. With a strong staff‑to‑doctor ratio, you can focus on practicing great medicine while also stepping into leadership, mentoring, and helping shape what comes next.

There’s already a strong foundation in place. It’s now ready for the right person to step in and take it forward.

About the Area

Hartsdale offers the best of both worlds, a suburban lifestyle with direct access to New York City via Metro‑North. Westchester County is known for its excellent schools, vibrant communities, and proximity to dining, culture, and outdoor recreation.

A great place to put down roots while still having the city within reach.

What to Expect

Compensation: Competitive base salary plus production, profit participation, and long‑term ownership opportunity.
Location: Hartsdale, NY

• Schedule that respects your time
• Strong staff‑to‑doctor ratio
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer retirement plan contribution
• Generous PTO plus CE time
• Annual CE allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Licensing, DEA, AVMA PLIT, AVMA, and VIN covered

Ownership and Partnership with VPP

Veterinary Practice Partners supports doctor‑led hospitals. We do not rebrand your practice. Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital remains locally branded and reflective of your leadership.

As a Partner DVM, you will have the opportunity to participate in a structured co‑ownership model with meaningful ownership and defined participation in performance and growth.

You lead the medicine. VPP provides operational, financial, HR, recruiting, and marketing support so you can focus on clinical excellence and team development.

VPP supports more than 190 hospitals nationwide and over 200 doctor partners, including more than 100 first‑time veterinary owners.

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

• Establish and uphold medical standards and practice protocols
• Guide case management and clinical decision making
• Ensure high quality patient care and clear client communication
• Oversee medical record accuracy and charge capture
• Identify opportunities to expand services and patient care offerings

Team and Practice Leadership

• Support hiring and onboarding of veterinarians and support staff
• Mentor associate veterinarians and support team developmentContribute to operational strategy and scheduling efficiency
• Foster a collaborative, team‑first culture

Financial Oversight

• Drive revenue growth while maintaining medical excellence
• Participate in annual planning and performance review
• Support marketing and community engagement initiatives

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent
• Active New York veterinary license or ability to obtain
• 3+ years clinical experience preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you are ready to lead a hospital and participate as an owner, we welcome the conversation.