Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital

CO- Owner Veterinarian

Hartsdale, NY
Full-time
$180,000–$225,000
Posted May 18, 2026

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Skills

Communication
Leadership
Teamwork

Job description

Partner Veterinarian | Practice Ownership Opportunity

Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital – Hartsdale, NY

•Salary: $180,000–$225,000 base plus ProSal

•Ownership Opportunity: Co-ownership and profit participation through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP)

•Schedule: Four weekdays with rotating Saturday mornings; no on-call or overnight shifts

•Relocation Assistance: Available

•Location: 193 E Hartsdale Avenue, Hartsdale, NY 10530

Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced small animal veterinarian who is ready to take the next step into practice leadership and ownership. This is an opportunity to become a Partner DVM at an established, AAHA-accredited hospital in Westchester County, with the resources and support of Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP).

We're looking for a doctor who enjoys practicing quality medicine, building relationships with clients, mentoring teams, and helping a hospital grow. Whether you're an experienced Medical Director or an associate veterinarian interested in ownership for the first time, we'd love to connect.

You won't just practice medicine here. You'll have the opportunity to lead the hospital, shape its future, and share in its success.

The Role

As a Partner Veterinarian, you'll combine hands-on clinical medicine with leadership and practice development. You'll work alongside our current Associate Veterinarian, Dr. Andrew Thayer, while taking an active role in guiding medical standards, supporting the team, and helping the hospital grow.

•Clinical medicine and leadership: Provide comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including preventive medicine, diagnostics, dentistry, urgent care, and routine soft tissue surgery.

•Mentorship and team development: Support our associate veterinarian and hospital staff, contribute to hiring and onboarding, and foster a collaborative environment.

•Practice growth: Identify opportunities to expand services, strengthen client relationships, and improve the patient and client experience.

•Business involvement: Participate in strategic planning, hospital performance discussions, and decisions that influence operations and profitability.

•Ownership: Build equity and participate in the hospital's long-term financial success through VPP's co-ownership model.

Clinical Tools and Support

Hartsdale is a full-service small animal hospital equipped to provide comprehensive general practice medicine, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry.

•Diagnostic equipment: Digital radiography, digital dental radiography, an in-house laboratory, and EKG.

•Ultrasound and echocardiography: A handheld ultrasound is available for quick scans. Dr. Hopper visits regularly to perform comprehensive ultrasound examinations and echocardiograms.

•Surgery and dentistry: One dedicated surgical suite supports routine soft tissue procedures and dental care. Dr. Dillon provides orthopedic surgery services when needed.

•Urgent care and referrals: The hospital accommodates appropriate urgent cases and client emergencies, with VEG available for emergency referrals.

•Hospital layout: Two examination rooms, one surgical suite, and feline boarding accommodations.

•Practice management: AVImark software for medical records and daily operations.

•Support team: Veterinary assistants and client service representatives support patient care, client communication, and hospital operations.

A Schedule That Respects Your Time

Hartsdale offers a daytime schedule without overnight shifts, on-call responsibilities, or scheduled holiday coverage.

•Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

•Wednesday: Hospital open 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

•Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., with rotating Saturday coverage

•Sunday: Closed

•After hours: No on-call or overnight shifts

Appointments are preferred, although the hospital accommodates appropriate walk-ins, drop-offs, and urgent cases for clients.

The incoming Partner DVM's schedule will be discussed based on hospital coverage and leadership needs.

The Team and Our Approach to Care

Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital is a small, close-knit practice that values personal relationships, client education, and thoughtful veterinary medicine.

Our current veterinary team consists of one Associate Veterinarian, Dr. Andrew Thayer , supported by Practice Manager Victoria Mendes, two veterinary assistants, and two client service representatives.

We're looking for an experienced veterinarian to step into a Partner DVM role, work collaboratively with our existing team, and help guide the hospital's next chapter.

Our approach is client-centered. We believe in taking the time to explain diagnoses, discuss treatment options, and help pet owners make informed decisions. Strong communication, compassion, and a welcoming bedside manner are essential.

With an established client base, a dedicated team, and the resources of VPP, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both the medicine practiced and the future of the hospital.

Compensation, Benefits, and Ownership

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with the opportunity to participate in the hospital's long-term financial success.

•$180,000–$225,000 base salary plus ProSal

•Structured co-ownership opportunity and profit participation

•Relocation assistance available

•Medical, dental, and vision insurance

•Employer retirement plan contributions

•Generous paid time off

•Annual continuing education allowance and dedicated CE days

•Coverage for New York veterinary licensing, DEA registration, AVMA, AVMA PLIT, and VIN

Specific compensation, ownership terms, and benefits will be discussed individually.

Practice Ownership with Veterinary Practice Partners

Veterinary Practice Partners believes veterinarians should have the opportunity to own and lead the hospitals where they practice.

Through our doctor-led co-ownership model, Partner DVMs have the opportunity to build equity, participate in hospital profitability, and help guide their practices while receiving dedicated business and operational support.

You lead the medicine. VPP helps support the business.

As a VPP Partner Veterinarian, you'll benefit from:

•Meaningful ownership: Build equity and participate in the financial success and long-term growth of your hospital.

•Clinical autonomy: Maintain independence in medical decision-making and help establish standards of care.

•Operational support: Access dedicated resources for finance, HR, recruiting, marketing, and hospital operations.

•Leadership development: Collaborate with experienced veterinary partners and operational leaders.

•Local identity: Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital retains its established name, culture, and community relationships.

With more than 200 hospitals and 260 veterinary partners nationwide, VPP provides a partnership model designed to help veterinarians pursue ownership without managing every aspect of the business independently.

Previous practice ownership experience is not required.

Who Will Thrive Here

We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys clinical medicine but also wants to make an impact beyond the exam room.

You may already be a Medical Director or lead veterinarian, or you may be an experienced associate ready to explore practice ownership.

The ideal candidate:

•Is confident managing a small animal GP caseload, including preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, and routine soft tissue surgery.

•Enjoys building lasting relationships with clients and providing clear, compassionate communication.

•Values teamwork and leads by example.

•Is interested in mentoring colleagues and developing veterinary teams.

•Has an interest in business operations, practice development, and long-term growth.

•Wants to take an active role in shaping the future of an established veterinary hospital.

Why Hartsdale?

Hartsdale is located in the heart of Westchester County, approximately 40 minutes from New York City, offering a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to Manhattan.

The community is known for its established neighborhoods, excellent schools, local restaurants, shopping, parks, and outdoor recreation.

Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital is just steps from the Metro-North train station, making commuting convenient from surrounding Westchester communities and New York City.

Whether you're relocating or already call Westchester home, Hartsdale offers an appealing place to build your career, establish roots, and enjoy everything the region has to offer.

Requirements

•DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary institution, or equivalent

•Active New York veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one

•At least 3 years of clinical experience preferred

•Confidence in small animal general practice and routine soft tissue surgery

•Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

•Interest in practice ownership, team development, and long-term hospital growth

About Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital

Hartsdale Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited, full-service small animal hospital serving pets and families throughout Hartsdale, Scarsdale, Edgemont, White Plains, and surrounding Westchester County communities.

Our hospital provides preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and urgent care for dogs and cats, supported by in-house diagnostic equipment and visiting veterinary specialists.

Since partnering with Veterinary Practice Partners in 2021, Hartsdale has maintained its local identity while benefiting from additional business and operational resources.

We're looking for a veterinarian who wants to build on that foundation, support our existing team, and help lead the hospital into its next chapter.

If you're ready to move beyond traditional associate practice and explore veterinary ownership, we'd love to start a conversation.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in our community.