Associate Veterinarian

A.C.E. Veterinary Hospital  is a two doctor, family style, companion animal practice with an immediate opening for a full time, small animal veterinarian in  Hopewell Junction, NY.  Our brand new, innovative, state of the art full-service facility offers many services including preventative care, wellness care, surgery, and dental case management. Our mission is to emphasize preventative care, so our patients live longer and healthier lives.

Dr. Brooke Wehrlin & Dr. Preston Kellner have been veterinarians in the area for 20 years and are committed to providing excellent and compassionate care to their clients. A.C.E. Veterinary Hospital prides itself on its client communication as well as the friendly and caring environment for the clients and patients. Our practice has a great relationship with the mobile board-certified surgeon and cardiologist that regularly visit the practice to provide specialty patient care. Using exceptional technology and staffing experienced, dedicated veterinarians, and team members, we're committed to keeping pets, and our surrounding community, healthy and thriving!

The Location: Hopewell Junction, NY

The perfect blend of a small town and your traditional suburb feel. Our beautiful area provides a family friendly atmosphere, an abundance of outdoor activities, and a large recreational center that holds community events year-round. Not to mention we have the Rail Trail, the best walking and biking path in the U.S. Our proximity to New York City makes for easy access to all the incredible things that the big city has to offer, while providing a quiet haven away from the hustle and bustle. From farms to malls there's a little for everyone here!

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We're excited to be hiring a part-time or full-time veterinarian who is compassionate and a team player! 

We're Offering: 

In addition to custom candidate offers, competitive compensation, relocation assistance & student loan assistance, we also offer:

• Work-life balance with flexible scheduling:  We are family friendly, and your mental health is important to us. We appreciate the importance of maintaining a healthy life outside our work family.
• Comprehensive Benefits:  Employer paid medical premiums, liability coverage, paid licensing/fees/dues including DEA, CE allowance, employee assistance program & VIN membership. Optional enrollment in Dental, Vision, Life, PTO, 401K w/ company match, pet care discounts and more!
• Extremely generous signing bonuses - let's chat for details!
• Paid parental leave  because family matters most and you deserve it!
• A Network of Support: Backed by a powerful network proud to be named one of  Inc.'s Best Workplaces 2025!

• Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Active veterinary state license
• Current DEA License preferred but not required
• USDA Accreditation preferred but not required

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

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The anticipated starting base salary for this position ranges between $120,000 - $160,000 per year and will commensurate with experience. In addition, opportunities for production bonuses may be possible based on individual performance and revenue generated.