Co-Owner Veterinarian

Co-Owner / Partner DVM Opportunity

Lake Country Veterinary Care | Marcellus, New York

Compensation

Competitive base salary plus production, profit participation, and long-term ownership opportunity

Location

2527 Cherry Valley Turnpike, Marcellus, NY 13108

Schedule

4 days per week, plus rotating Saturdays

Become a Practice Owner

We're seeking an experienced DVM who is ready to take the next step toward practice ownership. Lake Country Veterinary Care is looking for the right veterinarian to step into a leadership and co-partnership role alongside an existing veterinary partner, with the opportunity to pursue meaningful ownership through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP).

This is an exciting opportunity to help lead a well-established small-animal hospital that has served the Central New York community since 1985. As a Partner DVM, you'll help guide the hospital's clinical direction, support an experienced team, identify opportunities for growth, and contribute to the practice's long-term success.

We're looking for someone who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine but also has an entrepreneurial mindset, takes initiative, and wants to be involved in the decisions that shape a hospital's future.

You won't just practice at Lake Country. You'll help lead it, grow it, and share in its success.

About the Hospital

Lake Country Veterinary Care is a full-service small-animal hospital located in Marcellus, New York, near the beautiful village of Skaneateles and approximately 20 minutes from Syracuse.

Serving the community since 1985, the hospital has built longstanding relationships with generations of local families by providing compassionate, individualized veterinary care. Our patient population consists of approximately 64% dogs, 35% cats, and 1% pocket pets.

Our medical services and capabilities include

Preventive and wellness care, internal medicine, and advanced diagnostics

Soft-tissue surgery, including spays, neuters, mass removals, cystotomies, gastrointestinal procedures, exploratory surgeries, and amputations

Comprehensive dentistry with digital dental radiography

Digital radiography with radiology consultation services

Ultrasound and advanced imaging consultations

IDEXX in-house laboratory equipment, including Catalyst One, ProCyte, SediVue, and SNAP Pro

Companion Class IV therapeutic laser and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy

Rehabilitation, acupuncture, pain management, and integrative medicine

Oxygen cages and cardiology consultation services

Mobile internal medicine services offering advanced ultrasound, endoscopy, rhinoscopy, and cystoscopy

Optional house-call opportunities

Our Team and Culture

Our collaborative team includes 3 DVMs, 5 Licensed Veterinary Technicians, 2 Veterinary Assistants, and 3 Client Service Representatives.

We pride ourselves on maintaining a close-knit, down-to-earth culture built on honest communication, mutual respect, humor, and teamwork. Our experienced support staff allows our doctors to focus on medicine while providing personalized care and building meaningful client relationships.

Doctors typically see 12–14 patients per day with 30-minute appointments. Surgical days may include 3–5 procedures or 1–2 comprehensive dental procedures, depending on clinical interests and experience.

With an established client base, experienced team, broad medical capabilities, and a trusted reputation within the community, Lake Country has a strong foundation for continued growth. We're looking for the right veterinary partner to help take it forward.

About the Area

Marcellus offers the charm of a close-knit community in Central New York's beautiful Finger Lakes region, just minutes from Skaneateles Lake and approximately 20 minutes from Syracuse and Syracuse Hancock International Airport.

The surrounding area offers

Boating, fishing, kayaking, and waterfront recreation on the Finger Lakes

Hiking, skiing, state parks, and year-round outdoor activities

Local wineries, breweries, restaurants, and boutique shopping

Syracuse University athletics, concerts, theater, and entertainment

The New York State Fair and numerous community festivals

Access to Cornell University and its veterinary resources approximately one hour away

It's a wonderful place to put down roots, enjoy a balanced lifestyle, and build lasting relationships within the community.

What to Expect

Ownership

Opportunity to pursue co-ownership alongside an existing veterinary partner through VPP's structured partnership model

Clinical Autonomy

Freedom to pursue professional interests, introduce new services, and help shape the hospital's medical offerings

No On-Call

No overnight on-call responsibilities, with emergency and specialty hospitals available in the surrounding region

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

PTO, paid holidays, and your birthday off

Annual CE allowance and paid CE days

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet-care discounts, uniform allowance, and bereavement leave

Professional licensing, dues, and AVMA PLIT coverage

Professional and leadership development opportunities

Ownership and Partnership with VPP

Veterinary Practice Partners believes veterinary hospitals thrive when doctors have a meaningful voice in how their practices operate. Our partnership model allows veterinarians to pursue ownership while maintaining clinical autonomy and benefiting from the resources of an established veterinary organization.

We don't rebrand our partner hospitals. Lake Country Veterinary Care continues to operate under the name and reputation its community has trusted for more than 40 years.

What makes this opportunity unique:

Shared Leadership

Work collaboratively with an established veterinary partner rather than taking on the responsibilities of ownership alone

Meaningful Ownership

Opportunity to pursue an equity interest and participate in the hospital's long-term financial success

Business Involvement

Participate in strategic planning, financial performance discussions, staffing decisions, and growth initiatives

Growth Opportunities

Help expand appointment availability, develop new services, strengthen community relationships, and grow the practice

Operational Support

VPP provides resources in finance, HR, recruiting, marketing, operations, and leadership development

Professional Development

Gain experience in the business side of veterinary medicine while continuing to practice clinically

You lead the medicine and help shape the hospital's future. VPP provides the operational and business support to help you succeed.

Prior ownership experience isn't required. We're looking for a veterinarian with the clinical experience, leadership potential, and desire to become an invested partner in the practice.

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

Establish and uphold high medical standards and practice protocols

Provide exceptional medical, surgical, and dental care

Guide case management and clinical decision-making

Maintain accurate medical records and appropriate charge capture

Identify opportunities to improve patient care and clinical efficiency

Team and Practice Leadership

Collaborate with the existing veterinary partner on hospital leadership and strategic direction

Support hiring, onboarding, and retention of veterinarians and support staff

Mentor associate veterinarians and support team development

Contribute to scheduling efficiency, workflow improvements, and operational decisions

Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team culture

Financial Oversight and Practice Growth

Participate in annual planning, financial performance reviews, and business strategy

Identify opportunities for sustainable revenue growth while maintaining medical excellence

Help expand appointment availability and improve client access to care

Evaluate opportunities to introduce new services, technology, and equipment

Support marketing, community engagement, and client retention initiatives

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent

Active New York veterinary license or ability to obtain

5+ years of small-animal clinical experience preferred

Strong surgical and dental skills with the ability to independently manage a varied caseload

Interest in practice ownership, leadership, and business development

Strong communication, relationship-building, and mentoring skills

Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset

Ability to collaborate effectively with an existing veterinary partner and hospital leadership

Willingness to contribute to the hospital's continued growth and expanded appointment availability

Prior leadership or practice ownership experience preferred but not required

Ready to Become a Practice Owner?

Lake Country Veterinary Care offers a unique opportunity to combine the rewards of practicing veterinary medicine with the professional and financial opportunities of practice ownership.

With an established hospital, experienced support team, existing veterinary partner, and the resources of Veterinary Practice Partners behind you, this is an opportunity to help lead a practice without having to navigate ownership alone.

If you're an experienced veterinarian who is ready to take the next step, help shape a hospital's future, and participate in its long-term success, we'd love to connect!

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where individuals are respected, supported, and encouraged to grow.