Per Diem Vet — GP & Surgery, Fear-Free, Weekend Coverage

Uptown Paws Veterinary Clinic; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 227,000; Part time

Job summary

Uptown Paws Veterinary Clinic in New York is seeking a per diem veterinarian to join our growing general practice team. We operate independently with a fear-free approach, prioritizing quality medicine, efficient workflows, and a collaborative, inclusive workplace.

Availability for Fridays and Saturdays is required, with potential flexibility for additional surgery days. This role emphasizes efficient exam documentation with Vetspire, handling lab callbacks and same-day client questions, and

Qualifications

• Must hold veterinary license in good standing in New York State.
• Confident general practice clinician with efficient approach.
• Efficient, competent surgeon for routine GP procedures.
• Strong communication and technical abilities in client care.
• Organized, dependable, and proactive team player.
• Enthusiasm for fear-free medicine and collaborative practice.
• Good sense of humor and team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Complete records in Vetspire with AI-assisted documentation.
• Handle lab callbacks and same-day client follow-up.
• Answer client questions related to same-day cases.
• Maintain efficient patient flow without compromising care.
• Assist in GP surgeries when scheduled; review anesthesia and surgical plans ahead.
• On surgery days, perform procedures and finalize discharges and go-home medications.
• Work with licensed veterinary technician and assistants to keep procedures moving.

Skills

Vet license NYS

GP clinician

Surgical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Fear-free medicine

Team player

Tools

Vetspire

Job description

Uptown Paws Veterinary Clinic in New York is seeking a per diem veterinarian to join our growing general practice team. We operate independently with a fear-free approach, prioritizing quality medicine, efficient workflows, and a collaborative, inclusive workplace.

Availability for Fridays and Saturdays is required, with potential flexibility for additional surgery days. This role emphasizes efficient exam documentation with Vetspire, handling lab callbacks and same-day client questions, and