Area Veterinary Medical Director – Northern Virginia

NDVMA; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

CE allowance

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group seeks an Area Veterinary Medical Director to provide strategic medical leadership for hospitals in the Northern Virginia area. You will mentor veterinarians, uphold high clinical standards, and partner with hospital leadership to improve patient care and operational performance.

The role involves traveling between three hospitals, shaping clinical strategy, and driving growth while maintaining a positive, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree is required.
• Active veterinary license in good standing (Virginia license preferred).
• 5+ years of clinical practice experience and leadership or multi-site oversight preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic medical leadership across multiple hospitals.
• Mentor veterinarians and associate veterinarians to improve clinical skills and confidence.
• Monitor hospital performance using KPIs and lead data-driven improvement plans.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Operational acumen

Financial acumen

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

DVM

Job description

Lakefield Veterinary Group seeks an Area Veterinary Medical Director to provide strategic medical leadership for hospitals in the Northern Virginia area. You will mentor veterinarians, uphold high clinical standards, and partner with hospital leadership to improve patient care and operational performance.

The role involves traveling between three hospitals, shaping clinical strategy, and driving growth while maintaining a positive, collaborative culture.