Urgent Care Veterinarian – Oceanside, New York
About the Role
A modern veterinary practice is seeking a full-time Urgent Care Veterinarian in Oceanside, New York to provide high-quality after-hours care for canine and feline patients.
This position bridges the gap between traditional daytime general practice and emergency medicine, providing treatment for common urgent cases without the demands of overnight emergency practice.
The role offers a flexible swing/second-shift schedule, no wellness appointments, and no abdominal surgeries, creating an attractive opportunity for veterinarians who enjoy fast-paced medicine while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Veterinarians work single-doctor shifts with the backing of a strong technical support team, modern diagnostic equipment, and access to professional collaboration and mentorship.
About the Practice
This purpose-built urgent care practice focuses exclusively on canine and feline urgent care, allowing veterinarians to manage interesting medical cases without routine wellness appointments.
Common presentations include wound management, ear infections, vomiting and diarrhoea, minor injuries, and end-of-life care. The practice follows Fear Free principles and a feline-friendly approach to create a positive experience for patients, clients, and veterinary professionals.
The modern, paperless facility provides access to cloud-based electronic medical records, digital radiography, and comprehensive in-house laboratory equipment, supporting efficient diagnosis and treatment.
Located in Oceanside on Long Island, New York, the position provides the opportunity to develop strong relationships with pet owners and the wider local veterinary community.
Responsibilities
Diagnose and treat canine and feline urgent care cases
Manage a varied caseload of medical appointments and appropriate procedures
Provide wound management and other minor surgical care within the scope of urgent practice
Deliver compassionate end-of-life care when required
Develop trusted relationships with clients through clear and empathetic communication
Collaborate closely with veterinary technicians, assistants, and clinical leadership
Support the professional development of veterinary support staff
Maintain accurate medical records and high clinical standards
Contribute to positive relationships within the wider Long Island veterinary community
Candidate Profile
Candidates should hold a DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school, or have successfully completed the ECFVG or PAVE programme.
Applicants must hold an active New York veterinary licence in good standing or be eligible to obtain licensure.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a varied urgent care caseload and working collaboratively with an experienced technical team.
Veterinarians who value clinical variety, flexible scheduling, work-life balance, mentorship, and client-focused medicine are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Benefits
A flexible compensation and benefits package is available, with a strong focus on professional development and work-life balance.
Benefits include:
Flexible compensation package (ranging from $200,000 to $220,000)
Optional ProSal compensation with no negative accrual
Flexible full-time swing/second-shift schedule
Three weeks of PTO
Healthcare benefits
Retirement plan with employer match
Paid continuing education days and CE allowance
Paid state veterinary licensing fees
Paid AVMA and state professional dues
Professional liability insurance coverage
Additional holiday pay for holiday shifts
Paid parental and maternity leave
Annual work-life balance day
Significantly discounted veterinary care for multiple personal pets
Personalised one-to-one mentorship
Internal veterinarian collaboration and consultation resources
No wellness appointments
No abdominal surgeries
Modern facilities and strong technical support
Apply Today
If you are searching for Urgent Care Veterinarian jobs in Oceanside, New York, this opportunity combines interesting clinical cases with a flexible schedule, modern facilities, excellent technical support, and comprehensive benefits.
This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian looking to develop their urgent care career on Long Island without transitioning into traditional overnight emergency practice.
Contact:
Abi Webb - Senior Talent Partner
T: (404) 382-0164
E: abi@supreme-ss.com