Associate Veterinarian
$120,000-$220,000 + benefits

The Hospital
Looking for a full-time Associate Veterinarian role in a well-established, community-focused small animal practice in Gallup, New Mexico?
Global Veterinary Careers is currently supporting a long-standing companion animal hospital hiring a full-time Veterinarian to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to small animals.
What to Expect A schedule that respects your time. They offer flexible scheduling options tailored to your availability, and you can count on leaving on time with no on-call or late-night expectations!
With an excellent staff to doctor ratio, you’ll have the support and respect you need to be excellent for our patients. The hospital is proud to offer:

• Established general practice with a loyal, multi-generational client base
• Flexible scheduling designed to protect work–life balance
• Modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities
• Strong emphasis on preventive medicine and client education
• Supportive, collaborative team environment with high clinical autonomy
• Opportunity to manage urgent and same-day cases without ER-style burnout
• A culture that values humour, respect, and professional input

The Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $120,000 – $220,000 plus production bonus
• Sign-on bonus available
• Full-time position
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending and health savings account options
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Optional long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Staff pet care discounts

The Role
Full-Time Associate Veterinarian role including:

• Delivering high-quality small animal medical care
• Utilizing modern diagnostics and treatment planning tools
• Building strong, trust-based relationships with clients and patients
• Managing urgent and same-day cases as part of general practice
• Performing thorough case documentation using structured SOAP templates
• Promoting wellness through preventive care plans and long-term health strategies
• Participating in client education and community outreach initiatives

Location
Gallup is a small city in western New Mexico, right along historic Route 66 and close to the Arizona border. It has a very distinct identity shaped by Native American culture, desert landscapes, and its railroad history. Gallup is relatively small (around 20,000 people), with a slower pace of life. It feels more like a cultural crossroads than a typical city—blending Indigenous, Hispanic, and Western influences.
It has a semi-arid climate: hot summers, cool winters, and lots of sunshine. Nights can get surprisingly cold because of the elevation.
Overall, Gallup isn’t a big tourist hub in the usual sense, but it’s a unique place if you’re interested in Native American culture, Route 66 history, and the landscapes of the American Southwest.

To Be Considered for This Position, You Must Have:

• DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university
• Active California veterinary license in good standing
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Confidence in clinical decision-making and case management
• Commitment to compassionate, individualized patient care

This role is advertised by Global Veterinary Careers, who operate as an employment business and recruitment agency. We work with independent practices and corporate groups worldwide across general practice, leadership, emergency, and specialist veterinary roles.