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Ridge Animal Hospital
Middleport, New York

Veterinarian - Middleport, NY

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130k-$140k

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Job Description

Who We Are

Join Our Team as a Part- or Full-Time Veterinarian at Ridge Animal Hospital in Middleport, NY!

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your veterinary career in a progressive, community-focused practice? Ridge Animal Hospital in Middleport, NY, is seeking a veterinarian to join our team.

About Us

Ridge Animal Hospital is a well-established small animal practice who is proud to offer comprehensive veterinary services to small animals and their families. Equipped with digital radiography, in-house lab, therapy laser, ultrasound and much more!

Our services go beyond traditional care and include acupuncture, canine reproduction, behavior counseling, and stem cell therapy. As a certified AAHA, Fear Free, OFA, and Cat Friendly Practice, we prioritize excellence in veterinary care and creating a stress-free experience for our patients and their families.

Why Middleport, NY?

Nestled along the historic Erie Canal, Middleport offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and proximity to vibrant cities like Buffalo and Niagara Falls. From outdoor adventures to cozy community events, Middleport provides a welcoming environment for both professionals and families.

Why Join Ridge Animal Hospital?

Collaborative Culture: Join a team with low turnover, where most core staff members have been with us many years, reflecting our commitment to a supportive workplace.

  • Client-Focused: Our clients are engaged, loyal, and value education, making every day rewarding.
  • Cutting-Edge Services: Work in a facility offering advanced treatments and tools to ensure optimal outcomes for our patients.
  • What We’re Looking For

We’re Seeking a Veterinarian Who

  • Values compassionate, high-quality care.
  • Thrives in a team-oriented environment.
  • Enjoys educating clients and fostering lasting relationships.
  • Is excited about professional growth and innovative medicine.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Compensation: Base salary with bonus opportunities.
  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Professional Development: CE allowance, paid CE days, and mentorship opportunities.
  • Flexibility: Work-life balance with flexible scheduling and PTO.
  • Pet Perks: Discounts for your own pets.
  • The salary for this position can range from $130,000-$140,000/ year for a 40-hour work week and will be determined based on previous experience, skill set and practice type.

Join Us

Ready to make a difference in a supportive, innovative, and client-centered practice? Start your journey with Ridge Animal Hospital today! Reach out to Melissa Geerlof at melissa.geerlof@vetcor.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive veterinary services to small animals in a progressive, community-focused practice. Engage in client education and foster lasting relationships while utilizing advanced medical tools and treatments.

Requirements

The candidate must be a veterinarian who values compassionate, high-quality care and thrives in a team-oriented environment. Professional growth and a commitment to innovative medicine are highly desired.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineSmall animal careIn-house laboratory diagnosticsCompassionate careTeam collaboration

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 ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $125k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 49 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 39% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top Veterinarian Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution27 jobs · 17 employers

9
<$155k
2
$170k
8
$180k-205k
6
$205k-230k
2
$240k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
81%
CME allowance
67% this job
Sign-on bonus
59%
Relocation assistance
56%
Loan repayment
15%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Confidential Employer · New Orleans, Louisiana

$80k-$240k
#2

Feline-Only Veterinarian – Full-Time or Part-Time

Veterinary Practice Partners · New Orleans, Louisiana

$80k-$240k
#3

Hospital Medical Leader or Associate Veterinarian

$140k-$224k
#4

Veterinarian Medical Leader

$140k-$224k
+ 25 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 3.6
Better work-life than 30% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,093 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Middleport

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$229k≈ 1.8× annual pay
Median resident rent
$770/mo≈ 7% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.8
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Buffalo-Cheektowaga, 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 Ridge Animal Hospital

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
CE Allowance
Paid CE Days
Mentorship Opportunities
Flexible Scheduling
PTO