Associate Veterinarian

VCA Sunrise Vet Group located in West Islip, NY is looking for a Medical Director who enjoys practicing advanced medicine with a cohesive, tenured team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated veterinarian to continue practicing medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital like an owner would, but without the risks of ownership. Plus, you'll have the solid backing of experts in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more, to help you succeed.   

Why join the team

• We are a long-standing practice in the community with 3 tenured doctors who have been with the practice 20+ years.
• We believe in a family atmosphere as a team and laughter is a big part of our days. 
• We are a fully staffed hospital with 3 Licensed Veterinary Technician, a fully staffed Client Service Representative Team, and Veterinary Assistants.
• We are super excited that our little location will be moving to a new facility starting the new year of 2026

Schedule

• Full-time schedule
• Hours of operation:

Monday: 8:00 am to 8:00 pm

Tuesday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Wednesday - Friday: 8:00 am to 8:00 pm

Saturday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Cases

• Small Animal

Who we look for  

• People obsessed with pets and their care 
• Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine 
• Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team 
• Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career 
• Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust 

Total Rewards  

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:  

Compensation 

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials. 
• The base salary for this position pays $190k - $220k, dependent on experience. 
• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. 

Health & Well-being  

• Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)  
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match  
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services  
• Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave  

Professional Development  

• Continuing Education Allowance and Paid Continuing Education Days  
• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team 
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program  

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Qualifications  

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent 
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Virginia or the ability to obtain 
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics 

About VCA   

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.  

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward, and make a lasting impact on our shared future.  

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets. Learn more at or find us on social media. 

Learn more at   Hospital Website: Here

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