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Alliance Animal Health
Queens, New York

Veterinarian, Medical Director

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130k-$200k

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Job Description

Company Description

The Pet Doctor, a well-established small animal practice in Flushing, New York, is seeking an experienced, confident veterinarian to step into a Medical Director role. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys clinical leadership, team development, and practicing high-quality medicine in a diverse, fast-paced community.

This position is not suitable for new graduates. We are seeking a veterinarian with several years of clinical experience who is comfortable practicing independently and leading a medical team. We can offer ownership into the clinic through our Partner Track program after one year of successful employment.

Why The Pet Doctor?

  • Established, community-trusted practice operating since 1984 with a reputation of "Best in the Borough"
  • Advanced equipment including digital radiography, ultrasound imaging, in-house laboratory, and dental/surgical suites
  • Supportive, experienced support staff to help you manage your day-to-day appointments
  • Competitive compensation and benefits including medical autonomy, 401K, personal pet care discounts, health/dental/vision benefits, paid CE allowance & professional dues, relocation assistance, paid parental leave, and more!
  • Up to $75,000 in signing bonus incentives available!
  • Backed by a powerful network named one of Inc.'s Best Workplaces 2025!
  • Why Flushing, NY?

Flushing is one of New York City’s most vibrant and culturally rich neighborhoods, making it an exciting destination for veterinarians relocating from out of state. Flushing offers the perfect balance of career growth, cultural richness, and city convenience, whether you’re looking to build a long-term home or enjoy everything NYC has to offer.

Highlights Include

  • Easy access to Manhattan via public transportation
  • Minutes from LaGuardia Airport and close to JFK
  • World-class dining and diverse cuisine
  • Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, one of NYC’s largest green spaces
  • Urban energy with nearby suburban living options in Queens and Long Island
  • Arts, culture, sports, and entertainment at your doorstep

Ready to Lead?

If you are an experienced veterinarian looking for a leadership role in a dynamic, well-established practice, we would love to hear from you.

Job Description

As Medical Director, You Will

  • Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to a loyal client base
  • Lead and support the veterinary team with confidence and professionalism
  • Establish and uphold medical standards and protocols
  • Collaborate with management on hospital operations and growth
  • Serve as a clinical mentor to support staff and promote a positive workplace culture
  • What We’re Looking For
  • DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
  • Several years of clinical experience in small animal medicine (required)
  • Strong diagnostic, surgical, and communication skills
  • Leadership experience or interest in a Medical Director role
  • Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in New York State

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university
  • Active Veterinary State License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
  • Current DEA License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
  • USDA Accreditation (or ability to obtain upon hire)
  • Additional Information

We Are a DRUG-Free, Smoke-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

Pay is customizable and based on experience and/or potential for bonuses. A general range for a base salary is $130,000 - $200,000 DOE and compensation package.

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 Medical Director will provide high-quality medical and surgical care while leading and mentoring the veterinary team. They will also establish medical protocols and collaborate with management on hospital operations and growth.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Medical diagnosticsTeam mentorshipProtocol developmentStaff management

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 ~$165k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $153k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Alliance Animal Health ranks #3 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$130k–$200kVeterinary Medicine median $149k (middle half $135k–$165k)43 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$153k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in New York199 active3,193 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 68% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York healthcare professional listings: 38% state a sign-on bonus (median $88k) · 15% offer loan repayment268 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,003 in the last 30 days502 the 30 days before (+100%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Alliance Animal Health#3 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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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,156 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Alliance Animal Health

Veterinary Services
Rye Brook, New York
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

401K
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Paid CE Allowance
Professional Dues
Relocation Assistance
Paid Parental Leave

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$875k≈ 6.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$4,089/mo≈ 38% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.