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River Road Animal Hospital, a CareVet partner, is looking for a compassionate full-time Veterinarian to join our thriving practice in Albany, NY! This position is currently offering a generous signing bonus, minimum base salary of $100,000 and no upfront non-compete! 

About the Position 

River Road Animal Hospital is looking for a compassionate Veterinarian to help grow our thriving practice! All levels of experience will be considered, but the ideal candidate will be friendly, personable and a team player. New grads have an opportunity to receive mentorship tailored to their needs and interests.

About the Team

We have a family-like atmosphere with long term employees, who enjoy working in an environment where taking care of clients and their pets is truly the top priority! 

About the Hospital

Opened in 2010, River Road Animal Hospital has proudly served the people and pets of Niskayuna and the Capital District ever since.  Established as a 5600 square foot, state of the art facility. The hospital is equipped with digital X-ray, along with digital dental X-ray, and brand-new chemistry and diagnostic laboratory machines. The hospital is also designed with cat and dog-specific exam wings. River Road Animal Hospital is an all-inclusive animal care facility, with boarding, grooming, and daycare. We have an open floor plan layout, designed to maximize comfort and minimize stress for both the patients and staff. River Road Animal Hospital has an amazing clientele and is a friendly, relaxed place to work.

CareVet Offers You:

• $100,000 minimum base pay with no negative accrual  
• Generous signing bonus, relocation stipend and no upfront non-compete  
• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian  
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance  
• Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance  
• Veterinarian-focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb, CareVet’s vacation properties  
• Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities  
• Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker  
• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!  

How to Apply  

To learn more about this position, please contact our Talent Acquisition Partner Chelsea Haverfield at chaverfield@carevethealth.com. Apply directly by clicking the button below.

About the Network   

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets. Our holistic approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, veterinarians, patients and community. Learn more about CareVet at carevethealth.com.

About the Community 

Niskayuna, NY is a beautiful town in Schenectady County. Living in Niskayuna offers residents a sparse suburban feel while still being close to nature. The parks are well maintained, and there are several nature trails and preserves to enjoy. Niskayuna is close to the Adirondack Park and beautiful Lake George. Niskayuna boasts excellent community facilities and wonderful, highly rated school systems. The local atmosphere is that of a small community with big town conveniences. Niskayuna is a fantastic place to live, work, or raise a family.

About River Road Animal Hospital

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on providing best-in-class care throughout the United States. We look for veterinary practices that are staples of their community. Whether it’s one hospital or a dozen, we focus on the standard of care delivered, the level of engagement from the team and the record of stability. We are building a network of the top hospitals.

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