Co-Owner Veterinarian

Lake Country Veterinary Care • Marcellus, NY

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Country Veterinary Care is seeking an experienced Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join an existing veterinary partner in a clinical leadership and co-partnership role, with an opportunity to pursue meaningful ownership through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP). The successful candidate will help guide the hospital’s clinical direction, support its team, identify growth opportunities, and contribute to its long-term success. Prior ownership experience is not required.

The position is at a well-established, full-service small-animal hospital in Marcellus, New York, serving the Central New York community since 1985. Its services include preventive and wellness care, internal medicine, advanced diagnostics, soft-tissue surgery, dentistry, digital and dental radiography, ultrasound and imaging consultations, in-house laboratory testing, therapeutic laser and PRP therapy, rehabilitation, acupuncture, pain management, integrative medicine, oxygen cages, and cardiology consultations. Mobile internal medicine services offer advanced ultrasound, endoscopy, rhinoscopy, and cystoscopy; optional house-call opportunities are also available.

The hospital’s collaborative team includes 3 DVMs, 5 Licensed Veterinary Technicians, 2 Veterinary Assistants, and 3 Client Service Representatives. Doctors typically see 12–14 patients daily with 30-minute appointments. Surgical days may involve 3–5 procedures or 1–2 comprehensive dental procedures, depending on clinical interests and experience. The schedule is 4 days per week plus rotating Saturdays. There are no overnight on-call responsibilities.

The role combines clinical practice with shared leadership and business involvement. The veterinarian will work with the existing partner on strategic direction, staffing, operational decisions, financial performance, and sustainable practice growth. VPP offers operational resources in finance, HR, recruiting, marketing, operations, and leadership development, while partner hospitals retain their names and community reputations. Compensation is described as a competitive base salary plus production, profit participation, and a long-term ownership opportunity.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent.
• Active New York veterinary license or ability to obtain one.
• Strong surgical and dental skills, with the ability to independently manage a varied caseload.
• Interest in practice ownership, leadership, and business development.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and mentoring skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an existing veterinary partner and hospital leadership.
• Willingness to contribute to the hospital’s continued growth and expanded appointment availability.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of small-animal clinical experience is preferred.
• Prior leadership or practice ownership experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and uphold high medical standards and practice protocols.
• Provide exceptional medical, surgical, and dental care.
• Guide case management and clinical decision-making.
• Maintain accurate medical records and appropriate charge capture.
• Identify opportunities to improve patient care and clinical efficiency.
• Collaborate with the existing veterinary partner on hospital leadership and strategic direction.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and retention of veterinarians and support staff.
• Mentor associate veterinarians and support team development.
• Contribute to scheduling efficiency, workflow improvements, and operational decisions.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team culture.
• Participate in annual planning, financial performance reviews, and business strategy.
• Identify opportunities for sustainable revenue growth while maintaining medical excellence.
• Help expand appointment availability and improve client access to care.
• Evaluate opportunities to introduce new services, technology, and equipment.
• Support marketing, community engagement, and client retention initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• PTO, paid holidays, and birthday off
• Annual continuing education allowance and paid CE days
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet-care discounts
• Uniform allowance
• Bereavement leave
• Professional licensing and dues
• AVMA PLIT coverage
• Professional and leadership development opportunities
• Competitive base salary plus production, profit participation, and long-term ownership opportunity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree