The Job Opportunity:
An established, AAHA-accredited and Cat Friendly Certified Small animal hospital is seeking a Full-Time Lead Associate Veterinarian to join and help guide its collaborative medical team.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine and is ready to take on additional clinical leadership responsibilities. The Lead Associate Veterinarian will maintain an active clinical caseload while helping support medical standards, mentor fellow doctors and veterinary team members, strengthen clinical protocols, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

The hospital emphasizes evidence-based medicine, individualized patient care, thoughtful client communication, and clinical autonomy. Doctors are encouraged to make medical decisions based on each patient’s needs while having the support of an experienced team and access to advanced diagnostic and treatment resources.

For a veterinarian interested in growing into leadership, the practice provides structured support and professional development opportunities. Leadership responsibilities can develop alongside the veterinarian’s clinical experience, providing an opportunity to strengthen mentorship, communication, and team-development skills while continuing to practice medicine.

Practice Information:
This relationship-centered small animal hospital provides comprehensive medical care for dogs and cats in a modern environment designed to support both patient comfort and efficient clinical workflows. The practice is committed to personalized medicine and develops individualized care plans based on each patient’s medical needs, lifestyle, and circumstances. Hospital credentials, equipment, and clinical resources include:

• AAHA accreditation
• Cat Friendly certification
• Digital radiography
• Digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Cold laser therapy
• In-house laboratory
• Multiple fully equipped examination rooms
• Two fully equipped surgical suites
• Dedicated dental suite
• Dedicated comfort-focused end-of-life space with a separate entrance
• Separate feline entrance
• Dedicated feline examination rooms
• General practice and preventive medicine
• Urgent care
• Surgery
• Dentistry
• Diagnostic medicine
• Nutritional counseling
• Acute and emergency case management within hospital capabilities

The hospital fosters a collaborative culture where veterinarians are encouraged to discuss cases, exchange clinical perspectives, and support one another while maintaining appropriate autonomy over medical decisions.

Role Responsibilities:

• Maintain an active clinical caseload while serving as a clinical leader within the hospital
• Provide compassionate, evidence-based medical care to dogs and cats
• Perform comprehensive physical examinations and develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Provide preventive and wellness medicine
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Evaluate appropriate same-day and urgent care presentations
• Perform surgical procedures consistent with training, experience, and professional interests
• Provide dental evaluations and procedures within the veterinarian’s skill set
• Utilize digital radiography, dental radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory testing, and other diagnostic resources
• Incorporate cold laser therapy and other available treatment modalities when medically appropriate
• Promote feline-friendly approaches to handling, examination, and patient care
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognosis, and follow-up recommendations
• Help establish and maintain consistent, evidence-based medical standards
• Support the development and refinement of clinical protocols
• Mentor and professionally support associate veterinarians
• Help veterinary technicians and support professionals continue developing their clinical skills
• Encourage collaborative case discussion and knowledge sharing
• Provide additional clinical guidance for challenging or complex cases
• Partner with hospital leadership on medical quality, clinical workflows, and opportunities for practice growth
• Identify opportunities to strengthen or expand clinical services
• Promote continuing education and professional development throughout the medical team
• Maintain complete, timely, and accurate medical records
• Support appropriate referrals and continuity of patient care
• Model professionalism, accountability, collaboration, and respectful communication

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
• Active veterinary license, or eligibility for licensure, in the applicable state
• Professional experience in small animal general practice
• Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Strong clinical reasoning and medical decision-making skills
• Interest in clinical leadership, mentorship, and team development
• Prior leadership experience is welcomed, although veterinarians ready to grow into increased leadership responsibilities may also be considered
• Ability to mentor and professionally support veterinary colleagues
• Effective client communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to balance an active clinical caseload with leadership responsibilities
• Collaborative leadership style that encourages professional accountability without micromanagement
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of patient care and medical quality
• Interest in continued clinical and leadership development
• Surgical and dental experience or an interest in further developing these skills is welcomed
• Ability to collaborate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and hospital leadership

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation
• Performance-based earning opportunities
• Leadership incentives
• No negative accrual
• Signing and relocation assistance when applicable
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid time away for continuing education
• Structured onboarding
• Clinical mentorship resources
• Leadership development and management training
• Surgical, dental, and diagnostic skill development
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Retirement plan with employer contribution or match
• Professional licensing and membership support
• Professional liability coverage
• Clinical reference and educational resources
• Pet care benefits
• Employee recognition and incentive programs
• Clinical autonomy within a collaborative medical environment
• Opportunities to help shape clinical protocols and hospital services
• Long-term clinical, leadership, and career advancement opportunities

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