Co-Owner Veterinarian

The role

A veterinarian will provide medical, surgical, and dental care while serving in a leadership and co-partnership role. The role involves guiding clinical direction, supporting the team, and participating in strategic and financial decisions for the hospital.

What you will do

• Establish and uphold high medical standards and practice protocols
• Provide exceptional medical, surgical, and dental care
• Guide case management and clinical decision-making
• Maintain accurate medical records and appropriate charge capture
• Identify opportunities to improve patient care and clinical efficiency
• Collaborate with the existing veterinary partner on hospital leadership and strategic direction
• Support hiring, onboarding, and retention of veterinarians and support staff
• Mentor associate veterinarians and support team development
• Contribute to scheduling efficiency, workflow improvements, and operational decisions
• Participate in annual planning, financial performance reviews, and business strategy

Required qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent
• Active New York veterinary license or ability to obtain
• Strong surgical and dental skills with the ability to independently manage a varied caseload
• Interest in practice ownership, leadership, and business development
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and mentoring skills
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an existing veterinary partner and hospital leadership
• Willingness to contribute to the hospital's continued growth and expanded appointment availability

Nice to have

• 5+ years of small-animal clinical experience
• Prior leadership or practice ownership experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• PTO, paid holidays, and your birthday off
• Annual CE allowance and paid CE days
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet-care discounts
• Uniform allowance
• Bereavement leave
• Professional licensing, dues, and AVMA PLIT coverage
• Professional and leadership development opportunities

About the company

Lake Country Veterinary Care is a full-service small-animal hospital that has served the Central New York community since 1985. Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP) provides operational and business support to its partner hospitals.