Veterinarian - Queens Animal Hospital

Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island

$140K — $170K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
  • Current State Veterinary License
  • DEA registration required
  • 1+ years of veterinary practice experience
  • Strong diagnostic, clinical, surgical, and dental skills
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive patient exams and medical assessments
  • Communicate and educate clients about pet health
  • Perform diagnostic procedures and surgeries
  • Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
  • Manage pharmacy duties including medication prescriptions
  • Promote teamwork and enhance staff efficiency
  • Collaborate with the Hospital Manager on operational priorities

Benefits

  • Competitively structured salary with a production bonus
  • Signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $75,000
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid parental leave for various family arrangements
  • 401(k) plan with a discretionary contribution
  • Discounts for team member pets
  • Access to emotional wellbeing resources and support
  • Continuing education stipends and professional development opportunities
  • Financial relief program for team members in personal hardships
  • Supportive local culture with national resources backing.
Full Job Description
Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinarian to join our team at Queens Animal Hospital. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Director.

Queens Animal Hospital in Queens, New York is a well-established, full-service hospital where quality care always comes first. At our hospital you can expand your skills with access to advanced procedures and surgical support, including collaboration with a board-certified specialist. Build meaningful relationships with a loyal, long-standing client base that values your expertise and trusts your recommendations

Why Join Us:
  • Enjoy a diverse and engaging caseload; from wellness and preventive care to surgery, dentistry, and urgent cases....keeping your days interesting and rewarding
  • Work alongside a collaborative, supportive team of experienced veterinarians and skilled technicians who truly have each other's backs
  • Leverage modern in-house diagnostics and technology to make confident, efficient clinical decisions and provide the best outcomes for your patients
  • Thrive in a hospital culture that emphasizes compassion, respect, and work-life balance-where you're supported both professionally and personally
  • Be part of a busy, growing practice open 7 days a week, offering flexibility and consistent case flow without sacrificing quality of care

Ready to take the next step? Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Leslie Lynette, RVT, CVPM @ [email protected]

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members - professionally and personally. Benefits include:
  • Competitive salary with production bonus - no negative accrual options available!
  • Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Competitive salary and Production Bonus - no negative accrual option available
  • Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
  • 401(k) with discretionary contribution
  • Team Member Pet Discounts
  • Emotional wellbeing support - including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
  • CE stipends and career development resources
  • Grant Circle - a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
  • Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Key Responsibilities
  • Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
  • Client communication and education
  • Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
  • Maintaining accurate medical records
  • Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
  • Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
  • Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
  • Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
  • Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
  • Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)
  • Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
  • Current State Veterinary License
  • DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
  • 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
  • Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
  • Excellent surgical and dental skills.
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
  • Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
  • Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
  • Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
  • May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
  • Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
  • Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
  • Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
  • Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
  • Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
  • Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
  • Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
  • Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.


Pay Range

$140,000-$170,000 USD

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