Relief Veterinarian - New York

Associated Veterinary Partners • New York, NY

2d • $105 - $175 • Onsite

About The Position

Associated Veterinary Partners (AVP) is seeking relief veterinarians to support three independent-minded veterinary practices in New York: Brooklyn, Cornwall, and Hartwick. Veterinarians may work at one or more locations and choose the dates that suit them. Travel and lodging support may be available. The role provides high-quality small-animal general practice care when full-time doctors are unavailable or caseloads are high. Each practice can tailor the caseload to the veterinarian’s preferences, from appointments only to a full day that includes surgery and dentistry.

Requirements

• DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited school, or ECFVG/PAVE certification.
• Active, unrestricted New York State veterinary license.
• Individual DEA registration for New York, or willingness to obtain one.
• Small-animal general practice experience; new graduates with a strong mentorship history are welcome to apply.
• Reliable transportation to chosen location(s).
• Clear communication, sound judgment, and a calm, team-first approach.

Nice To Haves

• Confidence in surgery and dentistry.
• Experience with several PIMS.
• Availability on Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• See scheduled wellness, sick, and follow-up appointments for dogs and cats.
• Diagnose and treat medical cases and communicate clear treatment plans and estimates to clients.
• Perform routine soft tissue surgery and dentistry, if chosen.
• Interpret diagnostics, including bloodwork, cytology, and radiographs.
• Maintain accurate, timely medical records in the practice’s PIMS.
• Work alongside and guide licensed veterinary technicians and support staff.
• Follow each practice’s protocols and controlled-substance logging requirements.

Benefits

• Choose a schedule, including single days, recurring days, or multi-week coverage.
• Caseload matched to preferences.
• Supportive, experienced technician and client-service teams.
• Prompt weekly or biweekly payment; the posting lists W-2 employment or independent contractor status as alternatives without specifying which applies.
• Potential path to a permanent role at an AVP practice.
• Mileage and lodging stipend for travel, depending on the candidate.

What This Job Offers

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