Veterinarian - Queensbury, NY

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130k-$170k

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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 a skilled team to perform surgeries, diagnostics, and intensive care treatments.

Requirements

The role is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates. Candidates must be prepared to work in a full-service hospital environment providing care for small mammals and reptiles.

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineSmall animal careExotic animal careSurgeryCT scanningICU managementClinical diagnosticsPatient careCollaborative teamwork

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 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks23 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
26%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,047 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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 (Aug 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.

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About Countryside Veterinary Medical Group

Veterinary Services
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Generous signing bonus
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
CE allowance