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Locum Veterinarian

J929170 Elmira New York Elmira USD170K / Year

Locum Veterinarian opportunity in Elmira Heights, NY, offering up to $170,000 with flexible scheduling and a strong clinical support team ready to help maximize every shift.

The Hospital
This community-focused small-animal practice delivers comprehensive general medicine in a collaborative, well-supported environment. The team includes veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, client service professionals, and administrative support, all committed to compassionate, high-quality care. Services span preventive and wellness care, dentistry (with dental radiography), routine soft-tissue surgery, pain management, internal medicine, and behavior and nutritional counseling. On-site capabilities include an in-house laboratory for rapid diagnostics, digital radiology, an in-office surgical suite with a surgical laser, and an in-house pharmacy with supportive care resources. The practice values clear communication and offers access to interpretation services for non-English and ASL clients. Shifts align with a primarily weekday, daytime schedule, with additional coverage options available to suit locum availability.

Location
Elmira Heights, NY, provides a friendly, small-community feel with the convenience of larger regional amenities close at hand. It offers an affordable cost of living, good local schools, and easy access to arts, culture, and the outdoors in the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes.
- Small-community character and civic pride with a close-knit village atmosphere
- Convenient access to the Elmira/Corning Regional Airport and the I-86/NY-17 corridor for easy commuting and travel
- Affordable housing and overall cost of living compared with many New York State markets
- Strong local schools in the Elmira Heights Central School District and nearby higher education at Elmira College
- Rich culture and history, including Mark Twain sites and the National Soaring Museum, plus the Corning Museum of Glass within a short drive
- Outdoor recreation at Tanglewood Nature Center, Catharine Valley Trail, nearby state parks, waterfalls, and Finger Lakes adventures
- Solid regional services and employers, including area medical centers and major industry
- Public transit options via Chemung County CTRAN routes serving Elmira and surrounding areas

Benefits
- Flexible scheduling with options to align shifts to availability
- Continuing education allowance and CE time
- Reimbursement for state veterinary license and DEA registration
- Professional liability coverage
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options for eligible employment classifications
- Retirement plan options
- Paid time off for eligible employment classifications
- Employee assistance resources
- Uniform/CE stipends where applicable

The Role
- Provide high-quality small-animal general practice care, including wellness visits, sick appointments, and follow-ups
- Interpret in-house lab results and radiographs to develop timely, effective treatment plans
- Perform routine soft-tissue surgeries and dentistry as comfortable
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients; utilize interpretation services when indicated
- Collaborate closely with veterinarians, LVTs, assistants, and client service teams to ensure smooth patient flow
- Maintain accurate medical records and support continuity of care across shifts
- Pick up primarily weekday, daytime shifts, with additional coverage options available

Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution
- Current license to practice veterinary medicine in New York (or eligibility to obtain prior to start)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
- Strong clinical communication skills and commitment to collaborative, compassionate care

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Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Dental Insurance, Professional Development Assistance, Relocation assistance, Non-compete, Fear Free Practice, Production % bonus, 401k