Associate Veterinarian

El Centro Pet Medical Center
New York, NY

Description


Associate Veterinarian

Full Time

Center for Avian & Exotic Medicine



About You
The Center for Avian and Exotic Medicine is the only exclusive avian and exotic veterinary hospital in New York City. We believe these special pets deserve compassionate veterinarians who have dedicated their careers solely to exotic pet care.
We have a customized facility where exotic pets will receive state-of-the-art medical and surgical care in a peaceful and calm environment free from dogs and cats. Our veterinary assistants are utilized and included in all aspects of our patient care and are an invaluable part of our team. We provide an emotionally intelligent work environment with a positive work/life balance and invest heavily in our employees long term health and happiness!



Experience & Skills Requirements
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
  • State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
  • Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Completion of a minimum one-year rotating internship
  • +/- Completion of a specialty internship

About The Hospital
At the Center for Avian & Exotic Medicine , a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we have a customized facility where exotic pets will receive state-of-the-art medical and surgical care in a peaceful and calm environment free from dogs and cats. Our team caters to birds, small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish, small ruminants, and wildlife as pets (such as squirrels, pigeons, etc.).
We are located in the Upper New York west side in Manhattan. With everything NYC offers including great restaurants, theater and more, and our close proximity to Central Park, Riverside Park, and public transportation, this is a great place to live and practice veterinary medicine.
We are open Monday - Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.,


Serving: All five boroughs and neighboring states



Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you'll care for a pet's whole life, foster strong human-animal bonds and connect with your local community - all while backed by our coast-to-coast support. Thrive's full operational support, innovative technology, and advanced training allow you to focus on providing exceptional care for pets' health and well-being. We'll meet you where you are and invest in your growth as a professional and leader.


The success of your patients' care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual .



Benefits - our care in action
Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members' emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Moving Allowance
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
  • Paid parental and purr-ental leave
  • Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
  • Personalized care for every family-forming journey
  • 401(k) match
  • Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
  • Student loan management tools and assistance
Thrive's Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.
Plus, we offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs, including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources and guidance - and more!
Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $160,000/year - $200,000/year. The salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.



To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at [email protected] .



About Thrive
Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.
We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.


We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.
Join us where #WeThriveTogether . We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.


At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.
Posted 2026-04-09

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