Lead Veterinarian

Brookville Veterinary Hospital; Brookville (PA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Brookville Veterinary Hospital in Brookville, Pennsylvania is seeking a Lead Veterinarian responsible for clinical care and medical oversight. You will lead medical protocols, manage medication ordering with professional credentials, and oversee controlled-substance procedures in collaboration with ownership and the practice manager.

The position offers a $150,000 base for a 40-hour week plus production, with a $20,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree is required.
• Licensed or eligible to practice veterinary medicine in Pennsylvania.
• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to high-quality patient care.
• Clear, compassionate client communication and a collaborative approach.
• Ability to lead medical standards, delegate appropriately, and work with the support team.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical patient care while leading consistent medical protocols and standards of care.
• Order medications using appropriate credentials, licenses, and registrations.
• Oversee medication lockbox security and collaborate on inventory and controlled-substance requirements.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Client communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

DVM, VMD or equivalent veterinary degree

Job description

Clinical Care & Medical Oversight Brookville Veterinary Hospital | Brookville, Pennsylvania

$150,000 base for a 40-hour week + production | $20,000 sign-on bonus

Practice hands-on medicine while helping shape the standards behind it. Brookville Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Lead Veterinarian, Clinical Care & Medical Oversight, who wants strong clinical support, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to take a defined medical leadership role in an independent practice.

Our experienced team supports clinical care through appropriate delegation. Alongside an active patient caseload, you will lead medical standards and take responsibility for medication ordering using the required professional credentials, medication lockbox oversight, and applicable controlled-substance processes in collaboration with ownership and the practice manager.

Clinical Care and Medical Oversight

• Provide medical and surgical patient care while leading consistent medical protocols and standards of care.
• Order medications using the appropriate veterinary credentials, licenses, and registrations.
• Oversee medication lockbox security and collaborate with designated staff on inventory, documentation, and applicable controlled-substance requirements.

What We Are Looking For

• A DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree
• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Pennsylvania
• Strong clinical judgment and a commitment to high-quality patient care
• Clear, compassionate client communication and a collaborative approach
• Ability to lead medical standards, delegate appropriately, and work closely with the support team
• Ability to maintain the registrations required for medication ordering and controlled-substance duties

Schedule

Flexible scheduling is available, including reduced-hour options. Hospital hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.

The veterinarian's specific schedule and hours will be discussed during the interview process.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly base designed to provide $150,000 for a 40-hour workweek, with production compensation added on top
• Hourly and production compensation structure; terms for reduced-hour schedules and additional benefits will be discussed during the interview process

About Us

We are an established, independently owned small animal hospital serving Brookville and surrounding western Pennsylvania communities. Our modern, 7,000-square-foot facility, experienced support team, and loyal client base support a collaborative approach to patient care. Leadership and future ownership potential offer opportunities to build a longer-term career here.