Lead Veterinarian

American Veterinary Group (AVG); Odessa (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Options

Pro-Sal with No Negative Accrual

CE Days & Allowance

Paid Licensing Fees

Professional Liability Insurance

Mentorship & Collaboration

Flexible Compensation Package

Healthcare Options

401k Match

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Lakeside Animal Hospital in Lakeside, FL is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to serve as the medical leader of the practice, guiding the clinical team and elevating patient care. This role offers mentorship to developing leaders and opportunities to mentor staff while supporting hospital operations.

You will oversee a diverse caseload, including surgeries, and collaborate closely with leadership to maintain high medical quality and strong community relationships in Odessa and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Must hold a DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA‑accredited college.
• Active license to practice in the state of employment or eligibility to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and engage with the clinical team and leadership
• Assist Practice Manager with staffing and scheduling to ensure goals are met
• Grow relationships within the practice and the community
• Encourage growth of support staff through internal LevelUp training
• 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

DVM/VMD degree

Active license in good standing

Education

DVM/VMD degree from AVMA accredited college

Job description

Description

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Location: Lakeside Animal Hospital (FL)

Lakeside Animal Hospital 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.

• Serving Odessa and Surrounding Communities since 2010

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, Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave, Work/Life Balance day off annually