General Practice Veterinarian

General Practice Veterinarian

We're hiring a general practice veterinarian to join our large team at West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center, our full-service small animal practice with 24-hour emergency services. This is a great opportunity to collaborate in a hybrid GP-ER facility with a regular, daytime shift schedule and no on-call hours!

What We Offer:

• A high standard of medicine: See routine wellness and preventative care, support hospitalized patients, perform routine and major soft tissue surgeries, provide complete dental care, laser therapy, thermal imaging, advanced diagnostics, and more. 24-hour, 365-day emergency services are provided by our dedicated emergency veterinarians.
• A team you can collaborate with: Nearly 20 DVMs on staff with a wealth of experience and our skilled support staff team boasts over 20+ LVTs. Our satellite, on-campus location offering specialty care for your referral cases at Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care - providing access to specialists in Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Oncology, Rehabilitation, Surgery, and Theriogenology.
• Excellent tools and equipment: Our facilities include in-house lab, blood machines, digital radiology, dental radiology, high definition CT, endoscopy, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, and more.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an AVMA accredited university, or equivalent
• Active veterinarian license or license-eligible to practice in the state of New York
• Experienced in companion animal wellness and preventive care medicine
• Internship training a plus, with skills in general surgery and/or general dentistry, but willing to take new graduates looking for a strong mentorship program
• A commitment to the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Passion for collaborating with other doctors, staff and leadership to improve patient outcomes to drive clinic success

Benefits:

• Generous, straight salary compensation model
• Sign-on bonus available for experienced candidates
• Financial relocation assistance available for candidates moving to the area
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance of $2,500 annually + paid 3 CE days
• Licensing & dues paid for state license renewal, DEA, and AVMA membership
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, and paid parental maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness and mental health tools to fit your personalized needs with Calm Health, Teladoc, Kindly Human, Fertility Advocacy, and NB Fitness
• Pet care discounts for your furry family members
• Hands-on training opportunities like our Global FAST ultrasound course, dental wet lab with a board-certified dentist, and more!

Compensation is negotiable based on experience and relevant credentials with an annual base salary range of $130,000 - $190,000, with additional compensation components which may be included such as sign-on bonus and other pay incentives.

Our Location's Highlights in Huntington, NY:

• Vibrant Community & Culture – We enjoy a lively downtown with top-rated restaurants, live music, and art in Huntington's walkable waterfront village.
• Convenience & Quality of Life – Known for safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a conveniently central location that offers close commutes to New York City, the Hamptons, and ease of access to two major airports.
• Equestrian Sports – West Hills and the surrounding neighborhoods of Huntington are home to some of the largest equestrian centers on Long Island. This is "horse country" nestled next to suburban amenities, with many residential areas in our community zoned for horses.
• Coastal, Outdoor Lifestyle – Easy access to Long Island Sound, beaches and boating, sailing, and vineyards along Long Island's scenic North Shore.

About West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center

West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center, in Huntington, NY, is a 24-hour, full-service animal and pet emergency center providing veterinary wellness care, general veterinary medical care, pet emergency and critical care. From annual wellness exams and vaccinations to surgical and advanced diagnostic care, we treat pets with the best personalized medicine at our state-of-the-art facility. West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center - a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare - offers an exceptional and supportive environment in which to practice excellent medicine, grow professionally, and work alongside great colleagues. We are a part of the West Hills family of practices, with 6 other additional hospitals, including:

• Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care, offering specialty services
• Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic
• Oyster Bay Animal Hospital
• Court Square Animal Hospital
• West Hills North Veterinary Clinic
• Station Plaza Veterinary Group

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Our Hiring Process

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