Co-Owner Veterinarian

Partner Veterinarian | Practice Ownership & Leadership Opportunity

Tuckahoe Animal Hospital & Pet Center – Tuckahoe, NY

• Salary: $180,000–$225,000 base plus ProSal
• Ownership Opportunity: Co-ownership and profit participation through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP)
• Leadership: Opportunity to guide clinical medicine, develop the team, and drive hospital growth
• Schedule: Full-time with Saturday coverage; schedule to be discussed
• Location: 20 Depot Square, Tuckahoe, NY 10707

Tuckahoe Animal Hospital & Pet Center is seeking an experienced small animal veterinarian who is ready to take the next step into practice leadership and ownership. This is an opportunity to become a Partner DVM at an established hospital in Westchester County, with the resources and support of Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP).

We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing quality medicine, developing strong teams, and helping a hospital reach its full potential. With an established client base, experienced veterinary professionals, and comprehensive clinical services already in place, Tuckahoe offers an opportunity for the right leader to bring fresh ideas, strengthen operations, and guide the hospital's continued growth.

Whether you're an experienced Medical Director, a current practice owner, or an associate veterinarian ready to explore ownership for the first time, we'd love to connect.

You won't just practice medicine here. You'll have the opportunity to lead the hospital, shape its future, and share in its success.

The Role

As a Partner Veterinarian, you'll combine hands-on clinical medicine with leadership, team development, and practice growth. You'll work alongside our current veterinarians, Dr. Anthony Meglino and Dr. Kathleen Doherty, while helping guide the hospital's medical standards, culture, and long-term direction.

• Clinical medicine and leadership: Provide comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including preventive medicine, diagnostics, dentistry, urgent care, and routine soft tissue surgery.
• Team development: Support and mentor veterinarians and hospital staff, contribute to hiring and onboarding, and foster a collaborative, supportive environment.
• Practice growth: Identify opportunities to expand services, improve workflows, strengthen client relationships, and enhance the patient and client experience.
• Business involvement: Collaborate with VPP's operations team on staffing, scheduling, hospital performance, and strategic planning.
• Ownership: Build equity and participate in the hospital's long-term financial success through VPP's co-ownership model.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both the medicine practiced and the future of the hospital.

Clinical Tools and Support

Tuckahoe is a full-service small animal hospital equipped to provide comprehensive general practice medicine, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry.

• Diagnostic equipment: Digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, and an in-house IDEXX laboratory.
• Surgery and dentistry: A dedicated surgical suite supports routine soft tissue procedures and dental care. A traveling surgeon provides orthopedic services when needed.
• Additional treatment options: Therapeutic laser therapy and in-house diagnostic capabilities support patient care.
• Urgent care and referrals: The hospital accommodates appropriate urgent cases and emergencies for established clients, with VEG White Plains and Katonah Bedford available for emergency referrals.
• Hospital layout: Two examination rooms and one surgical suite.
• Additional services: Boarding and grooming services provide convenient care options for clients.
• Support team: Licensed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives support patient care and daily operations.

The hospital has a strong foundation of clinical services, with opportunities for the incoming Partner DVM to introduce new ideas, develop additional offerings, and support continued practice growth.

Hospital Hours and Schedule

Tuckahoe operates six days per week, providing convenient veterinary care to the surrounding community.

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Wednesday: 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
• Sunday: Closed

The incoming Partner DVM's schedule will be discussed based on hospital leadership responsibilities, patient demand, and coverage needs. Saturday availability is important to supporting the hospital's operations.

The Team and Our Approach to Care

Tuckahoe Animal Hospital & Pet Center has served the Westchester County community since 1997, building relationships with generations of clients and their pets.

Our veterinary team includes Dr. Anthony Meglino, Associate Veterinarian, and Dr. Kathleen Doherty , supported by licensed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives.

We believe that great veterinary medicine starts with a team that communicates well, supports one another, and shares a commitment to excellent patient care. Our goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized medicine while helping clients feel informed and comfortable with their pets' treatment plans.

We're looking for a Partner DVM who can build on the hospital's established foundation while bringing new energy, ideas, and leadership to the team.

This is an opportunity to strengthen collaboration, support professional development, enhance the client experience, and create a positive, sustainable hospital culture.

Compensation, Benefits, and Ownership

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with the opportunity to participate in the hospital's long-term financial success.

• $180,000–$225,000 base salary plus ProSal
• Structured co-ownership opportunity and profit participation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer retirement plan contributions
• Generous paid time off
• Annual continuing education allowance and dedicated CE days
• Support for New York veterinary licensing, DEA registration, AVMA, AVMA PLIT, and VIN
• Access to VPP's operational, recruiting, financial, and marketing resources

Specific compensation, ownership terms, and benefits will be discussed individually.

Practice Ownership with Veterinary Practice Partners

Veterinary Practice Partners believes veterinarians should have the opportunity to own and lead the hospitals where they practice.

Through our doctor-led co-ownership model, Partner DVMs can build equity, participate in hospital profitability, and help guide the direction of their practices while receiving dedicated business and operational support.

You lead the medicine. VPP helps support the business.

As a VPP Partner Veterinarian, you'll benefit from:

• Meaningful ownership: Build equity and participate in the financial success and long-term growth of your hospital.
• Clinical autonomy: Maintain independence in medical decision-making and help establish standards of care.
• Operational support: Access dedicated resources for finance, HR, recruiting, marketing, and hospital operations.
• Leadership development: Collaborate with experienced veterinary partners and operational leaders.
• Local identity: Tuckahoe Animal Hospital & Pet Center retains its established name and community relationships.

With more than 200 hospitals and 260 veterinary partners nationwide, VPP provides a partnership model designed to help veterinarians pursue ownership without managing every aspect of the business independently.

Previous practice ownership experience is not required.

Who Will Thrive Here

We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys clinical medicine but also wants to make an impact beyond the exam room.

You may already be a Medical Director, lead veterinarian, or practice owner, or you may be an experienced associate ready to take on greater responsibility.

The ideal candidate:

• Is confident managing a small animal GP caseload, including preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, and routine soft tissue surgery.
• Enjoys building lasting relationships with clients and providing clear, compassionate communication.
• Values teamwork, leads by example, and enjoys developing veterinary professionals.
• Brings fresh ideas and a proactive approach to improving patient care and hospital operations.
• Is comfortable making decisions, guiding teams, and helping implement positive changes.
• Has an interest in business operations, practice development, and long-term growth.
• Wants to take an active role in shaping the future of an established veterinary hospital.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is excited about the opportunity to lead, develop a strong team, and help a hospital continue to grow and succeed.

Why Tuckahoe?

Tuckahoe is a charming village in southern Westchester County, offering a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to New York City.

The area features restaurants, shops, parks, excellent schools, and easy access to neighboring communities such as Bronxville, Eastchester, Scarsdale, and White Plains.

Tuckahoe Animal Hospital & Pet Center is located directly across from the Tuckahoe Metro-North train station, making commuting convenient from Manhattan and surrounding Westchester communities.

Whether you're relocating or already call the area home, Tuckahoe offers an appealing balance of professional opportunity, community, and access to everything the NYC metropolitan area has to offer.

Requirements

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary institution, or equivalent
• Active New York veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one
• At least 3 years of clinical experience preferred
• Confidence in small animal general practice, routine soft tissue surgery, and independent case management
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
• Interest in practice ownership, team development, and long-term hospital growth

About Tuckahoe Animal Hospital & Pet Center

Established in 1997, Tuckahoe Animal Hospital & Pet Center is a full-service small animal hospital serving dogs, cats, and their families throughout southern Westchester County.

The hospital offers preventive medicine, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, urgent care, boarding, and grooming services. Our veterinary team is supported by in-house diagnostic equipment, licensed technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives.

Since partnering with Veterinary Practice Partners in 2021, Tuckahoe has maintained its local identity while benefiting from additional operational and business resources.

We're looking for a veterinarian who wants to build on this foundation, support our existing team, and help guide the hospital into its next chapter of growth.

If you're ready to move beyond traditional associate practice and explore veterinary ownership, we'd love to start a conversation.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in our community.