Veterinarian - Queensbury, NY
Listed compensation
$130k-$170k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Who We Are
Countryside Veterinary Medical Group in Queensbury, NY is seeking a veterinarian to join our rapidly growing general and multi-specialty practice. We are a full-service, multi-doctor hospital providing high-quality care to small animals and exotics, including small mammals and reptiles.
Our doctors practice in a beautifully remodeled, state-of-the-art facility designed to support excellent medicine and a positive, low-stress work environment. Our hospital is fully equipped with advanced technology, including:
- CT scanner
- Two underwater treadmills
- Ultrasound
- Three fully equipped surgical suites
Full ICU with Snyder Cage
You’ll be supported by an experienced, long-tenured, and highly skilled team that fosters a warm, collaborative, and encouraging culture. We proudly welcome both experienced veterinarians and new graduates, offering mentorship and support tailored to your career stage.
Community involvement is a core part of who we are. We value our close relationships with local dog rescues and are proud to work with North Shore Animal League, making a meaningful impact on animals and families throughout our region.
Queensbury, NY is a wonderful place to live and work—an outdoor enthusiast’s dream with the Adirondack Mountains, Lake George, and multiple ski destinations just minutes away. Whether you enjoy hiking, boating, skiing, or simply soaking in the natural beauty, there’s truly something special here for everyone.
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you both professionally and personally:
- Competitive Salary - $130,000 to $170,000 based on experience
Generous Signing Bonus
- Medical Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement Plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development: CE allowance, dues, and liability coverage.
Paid Time Off
If you're ready to join a passionate team that values quality care and a positive work environment, we’d love to hear from you. Get the conversation started by applying today!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical care to small animals and exotics within a multi-doctor hospital setting. Collaborate with an experienced team to deliver comprehensive services including surgery, diagnostics, and ICU care.
Requirements
The position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates. Candidates must be prepared to work in a clinical hospital environment providing care for small animals and exotics.
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 ~$150k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $139k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 44 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $130k–$170k | Veterinary Medicine median $150k (middle half $138k–$165k)46 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$139k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in New York | 201 active | 3,340 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 70% no call · 48% no weekends44 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | New York healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 11% offer loan repayment267 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,266 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+157%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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About Vet Cor
Benefits & Perks
Living in Queensbury
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $384k≈ 3.0× annual pay
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 94.9
- State income tax
- Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026).
BEA 2024 · Glens Falls, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.