Lead Veterinarian

American Veterinary Group; Laurinburg (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Options

Paid Continuing Education Days

Flexible Compensation Package

Healthcare Packages & 401k Retirement Match

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Laurinburg seeks a Lead Veterinarian to oversee medical operations, ensure quality care, and mentor staff. Ideal candidates have strong leadership skills and a DVM/VMD degree from an accredited college. Benefits include a sign-on bonus, paid CE days, flexible compensation, and generous PTO policies.

Qualifications

• Active license in good standing to practice in the state.
• Strong leadership skills for managing the clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the medical care of all patients.
• Collaborate and engage with the clinical team.
• Assist Practice Manager with staffing and scheduling.

Skills

Leadership experience

Veterinary medical care

Team collaboration

Education

DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college

Job description

Lead Veterinarian

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Academy Animal Hospital of Laurinburg

Reporting To: Dana Joyce

Description

Academy Animal Hospital of Laurinburg is looking to add a Lead Veterinarian to serve as the medical leader of the practice, creating a positive and collaborative work environment for the hospital team. You will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality medical care while also supporting the overall success of the practice operations.

We are happy to consider veterinarians with strong leadership experience or less experienced veterinarians with goals of leadership in the future. We love to mentor and help build the next generation of veterinary leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate and engage with the clinical team and leadership
• Assist Practice Manager with the staffing and scheduling to ensure goals are met
• Grow relationships within the practice and the community
• Encourage the growth of support staff members through our internal LevelUp training program
• Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments
• Oversee the medical care of all patients
• Serve as the veterinarian of record for all required hospital permits and licenses
• Partner with hospital leadership to ensure medical quality

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program)
• Active license in good standing to practice in the state in which candidate will be employed (or the ability to obtain a license in that state)

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Options
• Optional Pro-Sal with No Negative Accrual
• Significantly Discounted Personal Veterinary Care – Multiple Pets!
• Paid Continuing Education (CE) Days & Allowance
• Paid State Licensing Fees
• Paid AVMA and State Professional Dues
• Covered Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT)
• Personalized & Surgical Mentorship
• Internal Veterinarian Collaboration & Consultations Platforms
• Flexible Compensation Package
• Healthcare Packages & 401k Retirement Match
• 3 Weeks PTO, Paid Holidays, 6 weeks of paid Parental Leave (for both parents!) Work/Life Balance day off annually