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.

Western Trails Veterinary Hospital is a mixed animal, general practice in Edgewood, NM, just a short drive from Albuquerque!

We are currently seeking a dedicated associate veterinarian to join our three-doctor practice. Our clinic is in a bustling community and provides exceptional veterinary care for small and large animals, including exotics. We are seeking a talented individual who is passionate about animal health, enthusiastic about client communication, and ready to contribute to the continued success of our practice. A confident support team assists our doctors with two full-time RVTs and many assistants. Our clinic has state-of-the-art medical equipment, including digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory testing.

We invite DVMs of all experience levels to apply! We offer mentorship for new graduates and leadership training to help you achieve your career goals. A DVM willing to see exotics or who wants to help us grow our equine client would be especially welcome. If you are a compassionate, skilled, and enthusiastic veterinarian looking to join a dynamic and growing mixed animal practice, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

About the area: Edgewood is just a half-hour drive east of Albuquerque. It offers a small-town, rural way of life with easy access to accommodations in New Mexico’s largest city. The area has countless opportunities to explore, especially one-of-a-kind art, history, cuisine, and culture. Any adventurer will love being part of the hot air balloon capital of the world and soaring through our skies. Thrill seekers can hit the slopes of the Sandia Mountains that overlook the town. The area is home to tons of hiking, biking, & equestrian trails for those looking to connect with the outdoors.

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

• Competitive Compensation - All salary ranges are negotiable based on experience
• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement 
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available