Veterinarian Jobs in New York

Veterinarians play a pivotal role in the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of services oriented towards the health and welfare of animals. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Their tasks include performing surgeries, treating wounds, vaccinating against diseases, and prescribing medication. They also offer advice to pet owners on general care, medical conditions, and treatments. Further, they may work in research, teaching, and public health roles, contributing to the development and implementation of animal health policies and regulations.

Veterinarians should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and must be licensed to practice. They need a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong communication skills, as they need to explain complex medical conditions and procedures to pet owners. Compassion, patience, and good manual dexterity are also essential qualities for a veterinarian. Before becoming a veterinarian, one might start their career journey as a veterinary assistant or technician, or they may work in roles such as a laboratory animal caretaker or a pet adoption counselor. These roles provide valuable experience in handling animals and understanding their behavior, as well as exposure to the veterinary field.

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Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

General Practice (Veterinarian)

A progressive and well-established veterinary clinic in the Setauket area is seeking a compassionate and motivated veterinarian to join the team....

MBC Talent Connections

Veterinarian - General Practice

Desired Attributes: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent. Active veterinarian license to practice in the state of NY, or license-eligible....

MBC Talent Connections

Veterinarian - Internal Medicine Specialist

Veterinarian - Internal Medicine Specialist Our Client is seeking a passionate Surgeon - Veterinarian Specialist to join their dedicated team!...

MBC Talent Connections

Veterinary Surgeon

Surgeon - Veterinarian Specialist Our Client is seeking a passionate Surgeon - Veterinarian Specialist to join their dedicated team!...

Associate Veterinarian

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

We are a busy, single-doctor Veterinary Clinic seeking 1-2 Associate Veterinarians to add to our team. We are a full-service companion animal clinic (canine and feline patients only)....

Animal Medical Center

Cardiologist

We continue this legacy today as the world’s largest non-profit animal hospital, with 130+ veterinarians working collaboratively across 20 specialties and services....

Animal Medical Center

Internal Medicine Specialist

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) is offering a position as an Internal Medicine Senior Veterinarian....

The Pet Doctor

Associate Veterinarian

We could support an experienced associate veterinarian. The ideal candidate would be comfortable and open to performing surgery and have a passion for wellness....

Town & Country Veterinary Clinic

Associate Veterinarian

Today’s veterinarian faces many challenges and our philosophy embraces a positive “life/work” balance where our veterinarians are afforded a healthy time off schedule....

ASPCA

Veterinarian

  • ASPCA
  • Pawling, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • ASPCA
  • Pawling, NY
  • 9 days ago

of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent from an accredited veterinary college and current NYS Licensure or eligibility for NYS licensure Two or more years clinical practice as a small animal DVM; shelter...

Watertown Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

Personable small animal veterinarians wanted for a well-established, currently 4-doctor, mixed animal practice in northern New York....

Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

Emergency (Veterinarian)

An advanced veterinary specialty practice in Farmingdale, NY, is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join their exceptional team....

CNY Veterinary Medical Services

Associate Veterinarian

We are a privately owned practice in the beautiful Central NY region. We have a reputation of putting quality and compassion above all else! Our clients really appreciate that we build...

Ardsley Veterinary Associates

Associate Veterinarian

We’re looking for a full time veterinarian who is a compassionate, team player and strong communicator. We could support experienced associate veterinarians or a recent or new graduate!...

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice

Part Time Veterinarian

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license Availability to work some weekends Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance Candidates...

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in New York

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinarian positions.

Highest Education Level

Veterinarians in New York offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
High School or GED
15.1%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
1.5%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians in New York
1-2 years
25.8%
None
19.4%
4-6 years
16.6%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
2-4 years
9.5%
10+ years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.1%
8-10 years
3.4%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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