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Community Veterinary Partners
Town of Nassau, New York

Veterinarian, Associate

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$100k-$150k

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Nassau Veterinary Clinic – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together

  • Position: Associate Veterinarian
  • Full Time
  • Practice Type: Small Animal | General Practice
  • Nassau, NY

At Nassau Veterinary Clinic, we’re proud to be a longstanding part of the Nassau community. Founded in 1937, we are one of New York State’s oldest animal hospitals, with a tradition of trusted, compassionate care and a strong focus on the human-animal bond. Our team combines experienced medicine, ongoing education, and a collaborative approach to help pets and the people who love them thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • A trusted community practice since 1937, caring for generations of pets and families
  • A collaborative, multi-doctor team supported by licensed veterinary technicians and experienced support staff
  • A 6,000+ sq. ft. facility with five exam rooms, a dedicated surgery suite, spacious treatment area, modern x-ray capabilities, and more
  • A broad scope of care—from preventive medicine, dentistry, surgery, laboratory and imaging services to care for pocket pets and reptiles
  • A team that values education and community involvement through local schools, rescue groups, rabies clinics, and pet-focused events

Life in Nassau, New York

Enjoy small-town living in New York’s Capital Region with easy access to Albany and the Berkshires. Nassau offers a quieter community feel while keeping city amenities, arts and culture, dining, and four-season outdoor recreation within an easy drive.

Nassau Veterinary Clinic is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners (CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and culture, we’re united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people—starting with the people on our teams. That means giving our doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.

Nassau Veterinary Clinic + CVP Difference

  • Creative Compensation – Designed to align with your career goals.
  • Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 140+ hospitals in 18 states.
  • Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to confidential support through Journey for you, your family, and friends.
  • Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients with a supportive team behind you.
  • Growth & Mentorship – Structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement opportunities.

And through CVP’s shared values — Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand — we create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.

Other Benefits of Our Community

  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available.
  • No negative accrual—ever.
  • Generous PTO + paid parental leave.
  • Annual CE funds + dedicated paid CE time.
  • Professional fees covered, including state licenses, DEA, and AVMA PLIT.
  • 401(k) match + equity opportunities.
  • Pet care discounts for your own pets.
  • Team recognition programs, including shout-outs and bonus rewards.

Sound Like Your Kind of Place?

Let’s talk. At Nassau Veterinary Clinic, you can do meaningful medicine with a team that supports your growth, autonomy, and wellbeing. I’d love to hear what matters most to you in your next role and explore whether Nassau—or another hospital in our community—could be a great fit.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

The associate veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for small animals and pocket pets. They will work collaboratively within a multi-doctor team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes and client satisfaction.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed veterinarians capable of performing general practice duties including surgery and diagnostics. The role requires a commitment to compassionate care and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative clinical environment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineLaboratory servicesClinical decision makingPatient careCollaborative teamworkCommunication

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 ~$125k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Community Veterinary Partners ranks #9 of 11 employers hiring Veterinarian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in New York?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$100k–$150kVeterinary Medicine median $149k (middle half $135k–$170k)46 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$116k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in New York198 active3,147 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 68% no call · 53% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusNew York healthcare professional listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $88k) · 15% offer loan repayment267 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings996 in the last 30 days502 the 30 days before (+98%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Community Veterinary Partners#9 of 11 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Community Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
No negative accrual
Generous PTO
Paid parental leave
Annual CE funds and paid CE time
Professional fees covered (state licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT)
401(k) match
Equity opportunities