Lead Owner Veterinarian

Jobot; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401(k) match and PTO

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot in Durham, NC is seeking a Veterinary Clinic Leader to oversee all clinical and business operations. The role focuses on delivering exceptional medical care, managing staff, and driving growth while maintaining top animal welfare standards.

The candidate should have a DVM, at least 5 years of practice with leadership experience, and strong diagnostic/surgical skills, plus business acumen. This is an on-site position with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing veterinarian, with leadership or ownership experience preferred.
• Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills.
• Strong business acumen with experience managing a veterinary clinic or similar business.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and staff.
• Deep passion for animal care and welfare, with commitment to high standards of care.
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively.
• Proficiency in veterinary software and technology.
• Current licensure in good standing to practice veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all aspects of the clinic, including medical operations, staff management, and financial performance.
• Providing high-quality medical care to animals, including diagnosing diseases, performing surgeries, and vaccinations.
• Building and maintaining client relationships to ensure satisfaction with services.
• Training and mentoring veterinary staff to stay up-to-date with medical practices.
• Ensuring clinic compliance with laws and high animal care standards.
• Developing strategies to grow the business, including marketing and client retention.
• Handling administrative tasks such as record-keeping, budgeting, and inventory management.

Skills

Leadership experience

Client relationship skills

Communication skills

Staff mentoring

Education

DVM degree

Licensed to practice veterinary medicine

Tools

Veterinary software

Job description

Job details

A modern veterinary environment designed for growth, balance, and exceptional care

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Gene Choi

Salary: $170,000 - $250,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a veterinary care organization built around a simple idea: empower clinicians to do their best work and provide exceptional care for pets and their families. Our model emphasizes collaboration, strong medical standards, and a supportive environment for long-term professional growth.

Why join us

• Competitive Base Salary!
• 401(k) match, PTO, and excellent benefits!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• 1. Overseeing all aspects of the veterinary clinic, including medical operations, staff management, and financial performance.
• 2. Providing high-quality medical care to a variety of animals, including diagnosing diseases, performing surgeries, and administering vaccinations.
• 3. Building and maintaining relationships with clients, ensuring their pets receive the best possible care and they are satisfied with our services.
• 4. Training and mentoring veterinary staff to ensure they are up-to-date with the latest medical practices and procedures.
• 5. Ensuring the clinic complies with all relevant laws and regulations, maintaining the highest standards of animal care and welfare.
• 6. Developing and implementing strategies to grow the business, including marketing initiatives and client retention strategies.
• 7. Handling administrative tasks such as record-keeping, budgeting, and inventory management.

Qualifications:

• 1. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution.
• 2. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing veterinarian, with experience in a leadership or ownership role highly preferred.
• 3. Excellent diagnostic and surgical skills.
• 4. Strong business acumen with experience in managing a veterinary clinic or similar business.
• 5. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and staff.
• 6. A deep passion for animal care and welfare, with a commitment to delivering the highest standards of care.
• 7. Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively.
• 8. Proficiency in using veterinary software and technology.
• 9. Current licensure in good standing to practice veterinary medicine.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.