Veterinarian - Board Certified Internal Medicine Specialist

Veterinarian – Board Certified Internal Medicine Specialist 

Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group in Hopewell Junction is seeking a Board Certified Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist to join our established and collaborative specialty team. This role is ideal for a specialist who values case ownership, continuity of care, and close working relationships with general practitioners and referral partners. 

What to Expect:

• Salary: W2 and 1099 options are available. Compensation ranges from $200–$400 per hour based on scope of work and experience, with itemized pricing available depending on specific services. Final compensation is aligned with schedule, experience, and chosen payment structure.


• Location: 222 Lime Kiln Road, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533


• Hours of Operation:
  
  
  
  • Monday through Thursday: 9am-7pm
  
  
  • Friday: 9am-5pm
  
  
  • Saturday: 9am-4pm
  
  
  • Sunday: no appointments 
  
  
  
  

As you join our mission to be passionately committed to practicing the profession of Veterinary Medicine to the highest standard, expect to be supported in your work and personal life with:

• A schedule that respects your time. Flexible scheduling options available, ranging from 2 to 3 days per week. No overnight emergency coverage is required. On-call expectations are limited and shared collaboratively among specialists. 


• A 2.5:1 staff to doctor ratio. You will be supported by a highly skilled, collaborative team that values professional respect and allows you to focus on delivering high-quality patient care. 


• All the benefits you deserve, including health, dental, vision, and retirement, plus a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, pet discounts, uniform allowance, CE allowance, and an Employee Assistance Program. We also cover professional dues, license fees, and AVMA PLIT coverage. Benefits are available to W2 employees, with full benefits eligibility beginning at 30 hours per week.


• Paid time off. Catch your breath with Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid CE days every year. Take the time you need to recharge. This benefit is available to W2 employees only.


• Partnership opportunities through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP), where more than 235 veterinarians co-own practices across 180 locations. VPP offers unmatched support in operations, marketing, and finance, allowing you to focus on your passion for veterinary medicine. 

Who We Are Looking For

This position supports onsite specialty consultations, advanced diagnostics, and long-term case management within an established specialty and referral model. The Internal Medicine Specialist serves as the primary medical case manager, guiding diagnostics, treatment planning, and ongoing follow up care while collaborating closely with other in-house doctors and specialists, as well as trusted regional referral partners as needed. 

The goal of this role is to keep appropriate cases local for clients and referring veterinarians while delivering continuity of care and achieving strong medical outcomes, without duplicating services already supported by other specialists. Clear referral pathways, shared case discussions, and a dedicated referral coordinator support seamless, coordinated patient care across services. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform internal medicine consultations and recheck appointments 


• Conduct and interpret abdominal ultrasound examinations


• Perform endoscopic procedures


• Develop and implement comprehensive, individualized treatment plans


• Manage complex and chronic medical cases from diagnosis through long term care


• Collaborate closely with referring veterinarians, clients, referral coordinators, and technicians


• Provide empathetic, patient focused care with clear, consistent communication 

Requirements:

• DVM or VMD level degree required 


• New York State Veterinary Board License in good standing (must be obtained prior to start date)


• Diplomate Board Certification 

About Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group 

Hudson Highlands Veterinary Medical Group is a well-established, multi-location practice serving the Hudson Valley for over 50 years. Our primary 11,000 sq. ft. hospital in Hopewell Junction is home to our specialty and referral services, working closely with a strong general practice team to support both routine and complex medical cases. 

Our Internal Medicine service plays a central role in advanced diagnostics, long-term case management, and collaboration across specialties including Surgery and Cardiology. Our medical team includes a full-time boarded surgeon, a part-time cardiology specialist, and 6 experienced general practice DVMs, with access to regional specialists in Oncology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, and Behavior. This structure allows for thoughtful referrals while maintaining continuity of care. Our support team consists of 11 LVTs, 5 veterinary assistants, 7 CSRs, and a dedicated referral coordinator who helps manage patient flow and client communication. Overnight LVTs provide weekday coverage for hospitalized patients to support consistent, high-quality care. 

The Hopewell Junction facility is fully equipped to support advanced internal medicine case management, including a modern Versana Balance ultrasound (approximately 1 year old), endoscopy, ICU, radiology, spacious treatment areas, and separate patient wards. The hospital also features electronic medical records, a dental suite, an underwater treadmill, dedicated general practice and specialty surgery suites, multiple doctor offices, and a large reception area. A highly skilled support team, strong LVT to doctor ratio, and advanced diagnostic capabilities allow specialists to remain focused on patient care rather than operational demands. 

Hudson Highlands offers a collaborative, respectful environment where specialists are valued for their expertise and clinical judgment. Located in the Hudson Valley, the practice provides access to outdoor recreation, excellent dining, and convenient proximity to New York City while maintaining a strong sense of community and balance outside of work.  

We are committed to combining old-fashioned values with state-of-the-art medicine, honoring a long-standing legacy of compassion, integrity, respect, and service to our community. 

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

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