Co-Owner Veterinarian at Veterinary Practice Partners

<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Owner Opportunity</strong><br>Tuckahoe, New York</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Become a Practice Owner</strong></span></p> <p>We’re seeking an experienced DVM aspiring to become a practice owner. Tuckahoe Animal Hospital &amp; Pet Center is looking for the right veterinarian to step into a partnership role with the opportunity to grow into co-ownership alongside Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP).</p> <p>This role offers the chance to step into leadership, build ownership, and help shape what comes next for a well-established hospital serving Westchester County since 1997. As a Partner DVM, you will help guide the practice’s direction, support the team, and play a meaningful role in its long-term success.</p> <p>You will not just practice in the hospital.</p> <p>You will help shape it and share in its success.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>About the Hospital</strong></span></p> <p>Tuckahoe Animal Hospital &amp; Pet Center is a full-service small animal practice providing individualized medical, surgical, and dental care for cats and dogs at 20 Depot Square in Tuckahoe, New York.</p> <p>The hospital offers wellness and preventive care, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, nutrition, boarding, and grooming. Board-certified specialists in orthopedics, internal medicine, cardiology, and radiology are available on-site for advanced cases.</p> <p>The practice features in-house diagnostics through IDEXX and Abaxis, in-house ultrasound, digital radiography, a clean and efficient layout, and cloud-based ezyVet software. The collaborative team includes 2 DVMs, 1 LVT, 1 client care manager, 3 veterinary assistants, and 3 receptionists, providing a 3:1 staff-to-doctor ratio.</p> <p>The hospital also shares their entrance with a daycare and grooming facility located downstairs from the hospital.&nbsp; This naturally aligns the hospital as the go-to for many drop-off appointments, boarding care and new patients that prefer a one stop approach to their pets daycare and health visits.</p> <p>There is already a strong foundation in place. It is now ready for the right person to step into leadership and help take it forward.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>About the Area</strong></span></p> <p>Tuckahoe offers a welcoming village atmosphere in Westchester County with convenient Metro-North access to New York City. The surrounding area combines suburban neighborhoods, local dining and shopping, strong community connections, and easy access to the broader Hudson Valley.</p> <p>A great place to put down roots while keeping the city within easy reach.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What to Expect</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><strong>Compensation</strong>: Competitive base salary plus production, profit participation, and long-term ownership opportunity</li> <li><strong>Location</strong>: 20 Depot Square, Tuckahoe, NY 10707</li> <li>Flexible full-time or part-time scheduling; a typical full-time schedule is 4 days per week, every other Saturday, plus an on-call rotation</li> <li>3:1 staff-to-doctor ratio with an experienced, collaborative support team</li> <li>Health, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>Employer retirement plan contribution</li> <li>Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid CE days</li> <li>Annual CE allowance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> <li>Relocation assistance</li> <li>Licensing, dues, and AVMA PLIT covered</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Ownership and Partnership with VPP</strong></span></p> <p>Veterinary Practice Partners supports doctor-led hospitals. We do not rebrand your practice. Tuckahoe Animal Hospital &amp; Pet Center remains locally branded and reflective of your leadership.</p> <p>As a Partner DVM, you will have the opportunity to participate in a structured co-ownership model with meaningful ownership and defined participation in performance and growth.</p> <p>You lead the medicine. VPP provides operational, financial, HR, recruiting, and marketing support so you can focus on clinical excellence and team development.</p> <p>VPP supports 185 hospitals and 260+ doctor partners, including many first-time veterinary owners.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Primary Responsibilities</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Clinical Leadership</strong></p> <ul> <li>Establish and uphold medical standards and practice protocols</li> <li>Guide case management and clinical decision-making</li> <li>Ensure high-quality patient care and clear client communication</li> <li>Oversee medical record accuracy and charge capture</li> <li>Identify opportunities to expand services and patient care offerings</li> </ul> <p><strong>Team and Practice Leadership</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support hiring and onboarding of veterinarians and support staff</li> <li>Mentor associate veterinarians and support team development</li> <li>Contribute to operational strategy and scheduling efficiency</li> <li>Foster a collaborative, team-first culture</li> </ul> <p><strong>Financial Oversight</strong></p> <ul> <li>Drive revenue growth while maintaining medical excellence</li> <li>Participate in annual planning and performance review</li> <li>Support marketing and community engagement initiatives</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Requirements</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent</li> <li>Active New York veterinary license or ability to obtain</li> <li>5+ years of small animal clinical experience preferred</li> <li>Ability to independently manage appointments and surgery</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ready to lead a hospital and participate as an owner? We welcome the conversation.</em></p> <p><em>&nbsp;</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>