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Up to $50k Sign-on Bonus - Associate Veterinarian - Western Trails Veterinary Hospital

Western Trails Veterinary Hospital Edgewood, New Mexico

Overview

As a veterinarian at Heartland Veterinary Partners, you will provide quality care to patients and empathetic service to clients. You will partner with other veterinarians, technicians, and client service representatives to operate as an efficient and productive team.

Success in this role takes a collaborative mindset while operating as an independent branch of Heartland. This is an opportunity to expand your skillset while using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills and passion for patient care to build a productive and rewarding career.

When you join us, you will make a real difference in the lives of our patients and clients. You will also become a valued member of our team and contribute to the success of our practice.

Western Trails Veterinary Hospital

Job Details

Practice:

Western Trails Veterinary Hospital is the premier hospital if you live in Edgewood, Moriarty, Albuquerque, Tijeras, Sandia Park, Estancia, or the surrounding area and need a trusted veterinarian to care for your pet, small farm animals, or livestock.

In addition to the hospital and 3-stall barn, we have a full-service mobile unit for house/farm calls.

Position Purpose:

Associate Veterinarian (DVM) | Western Trails Veterinary Hospital

Up to $50k Sign-on bonus!

Mixed animal medicine. Big variety. Real mentorship. And a team that actually enjoys coming to work.

Western Trails Veterinary Hospital in Edgewood, NM (just 30 minutes from Albuquerque) is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our busy and growing three-doctor practice.

We’re a busy, community-rooted practice providing high-quality care for small animals, large animals, and even exotics. If you’re looking for variety, mentorship, and a supportive environment where you can truly grow your skills, this is the place for you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re proud to offer a collaborative, learning-focused environment where doctors of all experience levels can thrive.

  • Mentorship available
  • Leadership development opportunities for those looking to grow their career
  • A diverse caseload with small animals making up the majority, plus opportunities in exotics and equine
  • A skilled, confident support team that truly has your back
  • Modern equipment including digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house diagnostics
  • Shared after-hours on-call and emergency appointment coverage as part of a supportive team rotation 

Whether you’re building your confidence or expanding your skill set, you’ll have the tools and support to do it here.

About the Area

Edgewood offers the best of both worlds—peaceful, rural living with Albuquerque just 30 minutes away.

Outdoor lovers will feel right at home with hiking, biking, and equestrian trails all around, plus easy access to the Sandia Mountains for skiing and adventure. The region is also famous for hot air ballooning, giving you front-row access to some of the most iconic skies in the country.

Add in rich local art, culture, cuisine, and history, and you’ll find there’s always something to explore.

What we are looking for

  • A DVM with a valid license to practice in New Mexico
  • Strong communicator with a team-oriented mindset
  • Passion for client education and quality veterinary care
  • Interest in mixed animal practice (small animal focus, with opportunities in exotics and equine)
  • Professional, collaborative, and community-minded approach

Benefits & Perks

  • Unlimited personal time (yes, really!)
  • Bonus incentives
  • Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
  • Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
  • CE and licensure reimbursement 
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • DVM Referral Program
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Relocation assistance available

We’d love to learn more about you and what you’re looking for in your next chapter. Apply today!

Pay Range:

USD $115,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.
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Success Profile

We’re looking for passionate vets with the following traits:

  • Adaptable
  • Compassionate
  • Communicator
  • Critical Thinker
  • Collaborative
  • Empathetic

Culture

At Heartland Veterinary Partners, we believe that prioritizing care for veterinarians enables them to prioritize care for their patients. We offer several benefits and support programs to help veterinarians succeed, including:

Mentorship

We provide access to experienced mentors who can help our partners hone their craft and develop their skills, regardless of where they are in their career journey.

Choose Your Setting

We have practices in many states across the country with diverse settings and focuses, so our veterinarians can choose the environment that is best for them.

Work-Life Balance

We understand that our veterinarians have lives outside of the practice, and we are committed to helping them achieve balance.

Authentic Autonomy

Each practice is led locally, and we empower our teams to make all the clinical and inventory decisions to best meet the needs of the community they serve.

Support When it Matters Most

We support our veterinarians at every stage of their careers, from new graduates to experienced practitioners.

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Career Path

New Graduate

This is your first veterinary role after school. You’re getting your feet wet and putting that education to work gaining the experience you need to become the vet you know you can be.

Clinically Confident

You’ve been here a while and have your feet under you. You still have plenty of learning and growing to do, but you’re well on your way.

Learning to Lead

Thanks to your experience and dedication, you’ve earned the trust and respect of your community and established yourself as an example for other vets to follow.

Dr_Alexandra_Carter

“I love working at a Heartland-owned practice. They let us be ourselves with the support of a corporation. My relationship with our regional director is genuine and supportive. It’s obvious anytime company leadership addresses the practices that they genuinely care about our wellbeing and make decisions with our best interests in mind. We are extremely lucky to work for a company this down to earth.”

- Dr. Alexandra Carter, Managing DVM

Rewards

  • Reward1

    Generous Vacation Time

  • Reward2

    Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits

  • Reward3

    Flexible Scheduling

  • Reward4

    401(k) and Roth(k) with match

  • Reward5

    Continuing Education and Training Opportunities

  • Reward6

    Relocation Assistance

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