Associate Veterinarian – Liverpool

A veterinary practice is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian in Liverpool, New York
, just outside Syracuse, to join a collaborative small animal general practice team.

The position offers a base salary of $130,000–$145,000 plus monthly production compensation with no negative accrual
, providing additional earning potential based on performance.

Veterinarians have the clinical autonomy to make appropriate decisions for their patients while benefiting from a highly skilled support team, modern facilities, mentorship, and opportunities to develop individual clinical interests. Exposure to exotic pets and wildlife cases is available for interested doctors but is not required.

The hospital provides a modern, well-equipped clinical environment with experienced support staff, allowing veterinarians to concentrate on patient care and practise medicine effectively.

Doctors can also participate in veterinary drug studies and clinical trials
, providing exposure to developing areas of veterinary medicine and research.

The practice maintains strong community connections, including relationships with local shelters and involvement in events bringing pet owners and veterinary professionals together.

• Deliver high-quality small animal general practice care

• Provide preventative medicine and routine healthcare

• Examine, diagnose, and manage a varied clinical caseload

• Develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans

• Perform medical and surgical procedures within your experience

• Communicate treatment recommendations clearly with pet owners

• Build lasting relationships with clients and patients

• Work collaboratively with veterinary and support colleagues

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records

• Exercise appropriate clinical autonomy when managing cases

• Participate in continuing education and professional development

• Explore exotic, wildlife, or clinical research interests where desired

Candidates should hold a DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary qualification and possess, or be eligible to obtain, the appropriate New York State veterinary licence
.

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• A commitment to high-quality and compassionate veterinary medicine

• Strong small animal general practice skills

• Effective client communication and relationship-building abilities

• A collaborative and respectful approach to teamwork

• Sound clinical judgement and decision-making

• An interest in continued professional development

• A desire to work with an experienced and supportive clinical team

An interest in exotic animal medicine, wildlife cases, or clinical research is welcomed but is not essential.

• $130,000–$145,000 base salary

• Monthly production compensation with no negative accrual

• Full-time position

• Sign-on bonus

• Relocation assistance

• Generous paid time off

• Paid parental leave

• Annual CE funding

• Dedicated paid CE time

• State licence fees covered

• DEA fees covered

• AVMA PLIT coverage

• 401(k) with employer match

• Equity opportunities

• Pet care discounts

• Mental health and wellbeing support

• Structured onboarding and mentorship

• Leadership and career development opportunities

• Clinical autonomy

• Team recognition programmes