Relief Veterinarian - New York

About us

Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP) is a family of independent-minded veterinary practices that keep their local name, culture, and medical standards, with the backing of a national network. We are looking for relief veterinarians to support three of our New York hospitals. Work one location or all three, on the dates that suit you. Travel and lodging support available.

Locations

• Brooklyn, NY: a busy small animal practice serving Brooklyn pet owners.
• Cornwall, NY: a Hudson Valley small animal practice about an hour north of New York City.
• Hartwick, NY: a small animal practice serving the Cooperstown and Otsego County community since 1988.

The role

You will provide high-quality general practice care when our full-time doctors are out or caseload is high. You choose your dates, and each practice will tailor your caseload to your comfort level, from appointments only to a full day with surgery and dentals.

What you'll do

• See scheduled wellness, sick, and follow-up appointments for dogs and cats
• Diagnose and treat medical cases, and communicate clear treatment plans and estimates to clients
• Perform routine soft tissue surgery and dentistry, if you choose
• Interpret diagnostics, including bloodwork, cytology, and radiographs
• Keep accurate, timely medical records in the practice's PIMS
• Work alongside and guide licensed veterinary technicians and support staff
• Follow each practice's protocols and controlled-substance logging requirements

Requirements

What you'll need

• DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited school (or ECFVG/PAVE certification)
• Active, unrestricted New York State veterinary license
• Individual DEA registration for New York, or willingness to obtain one
• Small animal general practice experience; new graduates with strong mentorship history are welcome to apply
• Reliable transportation to your chosen location(s)
• Clear communication, sound judgment, and a calm, team-first approach

Nice to have: surgery and dental confidence, experience across several PIMS, and availability on Saturdays.

Benefits

Compensation

• Brooklyn, NY: $135 to $175 per hour
• Cornwall, NY: $115 to $150 per hour
• Hartwick, NY: $105 to $140 per hour

Your rate within the range depends on experience, shift length, surgical caseload, and day of week. Weekend and holiday shifts are paid at the upper end of the range.

What we offer

• Set your own schedule: single days, recurring days, or multi-week coverage
• Caseload matched to your preferences
• Supportive, experienced technician and client-service teams
• Paid promptly [weekly / biweekly] [as a W-2 employee / as an independent contractor]
• A path to a permanent role at any AVP practice, if that ever interests you
• Mileage and lodging stipend for travel depending per candidate.

How to apply

Send your CV, available dates, and preferred location(s) to [email protected]. Tell us whether you prefer appointments only or a mixed medicine and surgery day.