Neurologist

About Us
Upstate Veterinary Specialties (UVS) is a privately-owned hospital providing 24/7 emergency and critical care alongside board-certified specialty care for companion animals in New York State’s Capital District. Our services include: 

• Anesthesiology & Pain Management 

• Cardiology 

• Critical Care 

• Dermatology 

• Emergency 

• Internal Medicine 

• Medical Oncology 

• Radiology 

• Rehabilitation 

• Urgent Care 

• Surgery 

Our departments are supported by experienced LVTs (including five VTSs), assistants, and client relations specialists. We have a full administrative team and a diverse on-site leadership team. Our referral base spans upstate and western New York, the Mid-Hudson Valley, western New England, and beyond. 

Why We’re Different
At UVS, staff fulfillment and work-life balance are core to our culture and practice philosophy. As a privately-owned hospital with on-site leadership, we can respond quickly to the needs of our doctors, staff, and community. 

Highlights include: 

• Competitive Support Staff Compensation: We mirror human healthcare starting salaries to attract and retain top talent. 

• Life-Long Learning: We encourage and fund continuing education. Many of our technicians are pursuing VTS certification, and assistants are working toward licensure. New medical hires participate in an eight-week rotational training program to ensure early success. 

• Time Away: Specialists can transfer overnight and weekend cases to our emergency service, allowing them to unplug and recharge. 

• Autonomy: Specialists manage their own schedules and caseloads, with leadership support for operational details. 

• Positive Culture: We maintain an open-door policy and encourage contributions from all team members. Employee-based culture includes continuing education opportunities, team-building programs, and social events. 

Our Facility
UVS is a custom-built, 45,000-square-foot facility. Our neurology/neurosurgery department features three dedicated exam rooms, a workroom for rounds, teaching, inpatient exams, and diagnostics. Our surgical suite includes: 

• Five operating rooms (orthopedics/MIS, soft tissue, emergency, ophthalmology, neurosurgery) 

• Two surgical prep areas 

• Central sterilization and recovery room 

• Proximity to ICU and diagnostic imaging 

Neurology/Neurosurgery Equipment: 

• Two digital X-ray units (Asteris PACS) 

• 64-slice Toshiba CT scanner 

• 1.5T Siemens Avanto Fit MRI with advanced imaging software 

• Fluoroscopy suite with OEC 9800 C-arm 

• VetClarity Mobile DR for intra-op imaging 

• Sonocure Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator 

• Bovie monopolar/bipolar electrosurgical unit 

• Buffalo Surgical Smoke Evacuation 

• Three Hall Surgairtome Nitrogen Powered Drill Kits 

• Three Rhoton Micro Dissector Sets 

• Codman titanium microvascular surgical kit 

• Medicon maxillofacial set (titanium mesh & self-drilling screws) 

• Artemedics polyaxial screw set 

• Cadwell 32-channel EEG equipment 

• MRI Compatible Ventilator 

Additional state-of-the-art equipment requests will be considered. Our 24/7 ICU is supported by three criticalists and two hospitalists. We are also launching a full-service in-house reference lab and onsite crematorium. 

Our Location
Conveniently located between Albany and Saratoga Springs, the Capital Region offers a vibrant metropolitan atmosphere with rich historical roots. Enjoy access to the Adirondack, Catskill, and Berkshire mountains, as well as Boston, New York City, and Montreal. Local attractions include: 

• Empire State Plaza 

• Saratoga State Park and Racetrack 

• Performing Arts Center 

• Lake George 

• Thatcher Park 

• New York State Museum 

The region provides a thriving business community, excellent educational institutions, and a variety of urban, suburban, and rural living options. Learn more: I Love NY – Capital/Saratoga 

Join Us
UVS offers a competitive compensation package and buy-in opportunity for the right candidate. Benefits include: 

• Paid medical, dental, and long-term disability insurance 

• 401(k) plan with employer match 

• Generous paid time off, including floating holidays 

• Employee kennel and pet insurance stipend 

• Substantial continuing education allowance 

• 3 or 4 day workweek 

• Relocation allowance 

• Wellness program (veterinary well-being team, fitness discounts, Calm app subscription, and more) 

Who Should Apply
Board-certified and board-eligible specialists, as well as residents currently enrolled in neurology and neurosurgery training programs, are encouraged to apply. 

For inquiries, please contact: 

• Todd M. Bishop, DVM, DACVIM(N) 

• Email: hr@uvsonline.com 

• Phone: (518) 783-3198 

• Learn more: www.uvsonline.com