Bernalillo Pet Care Center - Veterinarian

Bernalillo Pet Care Center | Associate Veterinarian (DVM)
Bernalillo, New Mexico (10 Minutes North of Albuquerque)
Up to $50,000 Sign-On & Relocation Bonus + First-Year Housing Stipend

Associate Veterinarian Opportunity in Beautiful New Mexico

Bernalillo Pet Care Center is seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our thriving, collaborative, and well-established small animal practice in Bernalillo, New Mexico. Located just minutes from Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, our hospital offers advanced medical and surgical capabilities, a supportive team culture, and an exceptional work-life balance.

We are currently offering an outstanding $50,000 sign-on and relocation package for a full-time veterinarian, along with a first-year housing stipend for doctors relocating to the area.

If you're a veterinarian who enjoys surgery, values teamwork, and wants to practice high-quality medicine in a modern facility, we'd love to connect with you.

What You'll Do

As an Associate Veterinarian at Bernalillo Pet Care Center, you'll work alongside a team of five experienced veterinarians and highly skilled support staff to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care.

Responsibilities include:

• Small animal wellness and preventive care
• Medical diagnostics and case management
• Soft tissue surgery
• Dentistry and oral health procedures
• Client education and communication
• Collaboration with a supportive, team-oriented veterinary staff

We are particularly interested in veterinarians who can provide Friday coverage and take over two surgery days per week, performing approximately 2-5 surgeries daily while seeing appointments on additional scheduled days.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in New Mexico
• 3+ years of clinical experience preferred
• Strong surgical skills highly desired
• Orthopedic surgery experience is a plus but not required
• Passion for high-quality patient care and client service
• Team-oriented mindset and positive attitude

Why Veterinarians Love Working Here

You'll join a collaborative team of doctors with diverse medical interests, including:

• Preventive medicine
• Dermatology
• Internal medicine
• Critical care
• Senior pet wellness
• Chronic pain management
• Soft tissue surgery
• Exotic and pocket pet medicine

Each veterinarian is supported by two dedicated veterinary technicians daily, often with additional floating support, allowing doctors to focus on practicing medicine efficiently and effectively.

Our culture emphasizes:

Work-life balance
Mentorship and collaboration
Professional growth and development
Low staff turnover
High job satisfaction
Family-friendly scheduling

Best of all, our team is rarely in the hospital past 5 PM.

State-of-the-Art Veterinary Facility

Bernalillo Pet Care Center is a full-service veterinary hospital serving Bernalillo, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Placitas, and surrounding communities.

Our recently remodeled hospital features:

• Brand-new surgical suite
• Modern dental suite
• Dental radiology
• Digital radiography
• New ultrasound equipment
• Comprehensive in-house laboratory
• Electrocautery
• Full orthopedic surgery equipment
• In-house and online pharmacy services

While our primary focus is companion animal medicine, we also provide care for occasional pocket pets and exotic species (excluding avian patients).

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Competitive salary
• Up to $50,000 sign-on and relocation package
• First-year housing stipend for relocating veterinarians
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
• Supportive and experienced veterinary team
• Modern equipment and advanced medical capabilities
• Strong work-life balance

Live and Work in Bernalillo, New Mexico

Nestled on the northwest slopes of the Sandia Mountains, Bernalillo offers easy access to Albuquerque while maintaining a relaxed, community-focused lifestyle. Enjoy:

• Year-round outdoor recreation
• Hiking and mountain biking trails
• Skiing at Sandia Peak
• National Parks and scenic landscapes
• Award-winning wineries
• Southwestern culture and cuisine
• Hot air balloon festivals
• Museums, art, and local events

Whether you're seeking career growth, surgical opportunities, mentorship, or a better quality of life, Bernalillo Pet Care Center offers the ideal environment to thrive both professionally and personally.

Apply today and discover why our team loves practicing veterinary medicine in New Mexico.


Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

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