Associate Veterinarian
Listed compensation
$100k-$160k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Company Description
Yorktown Veterinary Associates is seeking a compassionate, motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established small animal practice in the heart of Westchester County. Yorktown Veterinary Associates is a respected, community-focused clinic known for providing high-quality, personalized care to our loyal clients and their pets. We pride ourselves on:
- A supportive, collaborative team culture
- A well-equipped hospital with modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities
- Emphasis on work-life balance and sustainable scheduling
- A loyal, educated client base that values thorough medicine
You’ll have the autonomy to practice quality medicine while being supported by a friendly, experienced staff that truly enjoys working together.
What We’re Looking For
- DVM or equivalent (licensed or eligible for licensure in New York)
- Experience in surgery and dentistry and comfortable practicing independently
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for small animal medicine and client education
- Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
What We Offer
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Production-based Compensation Opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package (health insurance, PTO, CE allowance, licensure, dues, etc.)
- A workplace where your voice and ideas matter
Why Yorktown Heights?
A true hidden gem in the Hudson Valley, Yorktown Heights offers the perfect balance of nature, convenience, and community.
Nature Meets Lifestyle: Surrounded by scenic trails, lakes, and preserves, it’s ideal for outdoor enthusiasts looking to unwind beyond the clinic.
Close to the City: Enjoy easy access to Manhattan—about an hour away—for world-class dining, entertainment, and culture, without the daily hustle.
Community & Quality of Life: Known for its welcoming neighborhoods, strong schools, and local markets, Yorktown Heights offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Food & Local Flavor: From cozy cafés to Hudson Valley wineries and craft breweries, there’s no shortage of great spots to explore.
Job Description
- Full Time Veterinarian
- Proficient in general medicine, surgery and dentistry
Interested in Joining Our Team?
We’d love to hear from you! Apply today and discover why Yorktown Veterinary Associates is a great place to grow your veterinary career—and why Yorktown Heights might just feel like home
Qualifications
- 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
- Additional Information
We Are a DRUG-Free & Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company Policy Forbids Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Marital Status, Sexual Orientation or National Origin.
Salary is customized per each individual candidate. Ideal salary range will also include sign on bonus and benefits plus other incentives. A base salary range might include $100,000 to $160,000 depending on a part-time or full-time schedule as well as production bonus incentives.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit allianceanimal.com
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide high-quality, personalized medical care to small animals within a well-equipped clinic. Responsibilities include performing surgeries, dentistry, and general medicine while maintaining strong communication with clients.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $100k–$160k | Veterinary Medicine median $150k (middle half $140k–$170k)46 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$120k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in New York | 205 active | 3,443 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 62% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 11% offer loan repayment273 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,282 in the last 30 days | 483 the 30 days before (+165%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +1.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Top Veterinarian Jobs
21 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
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Benefits & Perks
20 jobs · 9 employersShare of similar jobs offering each benefit
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,392 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
Benefits & Perks
Living in Yorktown Heights
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $717k≈ 7.2× annual pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 38 min
- State income tax
- Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.