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Relief Veterinarian (1099) | East Greenbush Animal Hospital | Ongoing Relief Opportunities
East Greenbush Animal Hospital is seeking experienced relief veterinarians to help support our growing caseload. We're looking for confident, collaborative doctors who are interested in picking up recurring or occasional shifts in a busy, well-supported small animal practice just outside Albany, NY.
Whether you're looking to supplement your current schedule, enjoy the flexibility of relief work, or are interested in getting to know our team before considering a permanent opportunity, we'd love to connect.
What We Offer
- Competitive daily or hourly compensation, based on experience and shift needs
- Flexible scheduling with weekday and Saturday opportunities available
- Ongoing recurring shifts available, or occasional coverage based on your availability
- No long-term commitment or contract required
- Experienced, collaborative team with a 3:1 staff to doctor ratio
- Modern, well-equipped 7,200 sq. ft. hospital
- Easy access from Albany and the surrounding Capital District
Our relief doctors are supported by an experienced team of veterinarians, licensed technicians, assistants, and client service representatives, allowing you to focus on practicing medicine rather than managing logistics. The hospital maintains a strong doctor support team and emphasizes collaboration throughout the day.
About East Greenbush Animal Hospital
East Greenbush Animal Hospital is a progressive, 6 doctor small animal hospital that has proudly served the Capital District since 2003. We provide high quality medical, surgical, and dental care for dogs, cats, rabbits, and exotic pets. Our practice combines the resources of a large hospital with the culture of a close-knit team.
Our facility features:
- Dual table surgical suite
- Digital radiography
- Digital dental radiography
- Ultrasound
- Therapy laser
- In-house diagnostics
- Paperless medical records
Our doctors enjoy a diverse caseload ranging from preventative care and internal medicine to surgery, dentistry, and urgent care cases. We pride ourselves on our "say yes" culture, where teamwork, flexibility, and excellent patient care drive everything we do.
We're Looking For
The ideal relief veterinarian will:
- Enjoy general practice medicine in a fast-paced environment
- Be comfortable managing appointments independently while collaborating with the hospital team
- Have strong communication and client service skills
- Appreciate working alongside experienced doctors and support staff
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD from an accredited institution
- Active New York veterinary license in good standing
- 3 years of clinical experience preferred
- Comfortable seeing wellness, sick appointments, and routine medical cases
- Surgery is welcomed but not required for relief shifts
Please Note
- This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity.
- Benefits are not included.
Interested?
Whether you're looking for a few shifts each month or a consistent recurring schedule, we'd love to learn more about your availability.
East Greenbush Animal Hospital
- 2 Springhurst Dr. S.
- East Greenbush, NY 12061
- https://egahvets.com/
Salary : $145,417 - $205,474