Associate Veterinarian

Overview

Aztec Animal Clinic (Albuquerque, NM)

Where Medicine Comes First. Where Your Purpose Matters. Where You Can Grow.

If you’re a few years into practice and starting to feel that itch; the urge to do more, learn more, and be part of a team that truly practices gold-standard medicine, Aztec Animal Clinic may be the place that changes the course of your career.

For 35 years, we’ve stood as a respected, locally owned small animal hospital in the heart of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Today, we are renewing that legacy and building a team of veterinarians who want to grow with us.

Why This Role Is Different (and Why It Might Be Perfect for You)

You won’t just be “another associate” here. You’ll be part of a collaborative, skilled, and supportive medical team led by a Medical Director committed to mentorship and high standards. You’ll practice medicine the way you were taught to practice: thorough, evidence-based, and centered on the human-animal bond.

And you’ll have a voice in shaping the hospital’s next decade.

Resilience:
Show Up, Grow, and Be Supported

We know veterinary medicine is demanding. We talk openly about it, support one another, and build systems that help every team member thrive. You’ll be surrounded by colleagues committed to lifting each other up, not tearing each other down.

Commitment:
To Medicine, To Patients, and To Your Growth

We are dedicated to practicing high-quality, progressive medicine including preventive dentistry and we invest heavily in CE, mentorship, and your development as a clinician. When you’re ready to advance a skill, we’re ready to back you.

Professionalism:
Respectful, Collaborative, Kind

We believe professionalism is not about hierarchy, it’s about how we treat one another. Our veterinarians partner closely with technicians, CSRs, and leaders to create a calm, consistent, welcoming environment for clients and pets. We do not tolerate toxic behavior.

Purpose-Driven:
Medicine First, Always

Every decision we make is grounded in what is best for the patient and the client experience. We value empathy, education, and long-term relationships. You will never feel pressured to compromise care.

What You’ll Do (and What You Won’t Do)

You WILL…

• Practice high-quality medicine with appropriate appointment times
• Build meaningful relationships with clients who trust your expertise
• Collaborate with a well-trained support team that loves to learn
• Participate in Fear Free–inspired patient handling and communication
• Expand your skills in preventative dentistry and surgery
• Help shape the future of a stable, long-standing hospital

You will NOT…

• Be micromanaged
• Be left to struggle without mentorship
• Be asked to compromise medical standards
• Work in a chaotic, disrespectful environment

• Competitive salary (base + production)
• Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
• Strong mentorship culture for early-career doctors
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Simple IRA with employer match
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• CE allowance
• Fear Free Certification support
• Discounted pet care
• A practice leadership team actively revitalizing culture and teamwork

• 1–5 years of clinical experience (or a confident new grad)
• A desire to practice proactive, high-quality medicine
• Curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to learn
• A collaborative approach to working with support staff
• Genuine empathy for clients and patients
• A belief that culture matters

If you are a young veterinarian who’s ready for the next chapter with more mentorship, more purpose, more alignment with your values, Aztec Animal Clinic may be exactly what you’ve been looking for.