Lead Veterinarian – Gastonia, North Carolina

Supreme Search Specialists

Gastonia (NC)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 170,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Competitive base salary

Monthly production compensation

No negative accrual

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

Annual CE allowance

401(k) with employer match

Potential equity opportunities

State license fees covered

DEA registration fees covered

Professional liability insurance

Mental health support

Pet care discounts

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Supreme Search Specialists seeks a Full-Time Lead Veterinarian in Gastonia, North Carolina. The role combines clinical medicine with leadership, mentorship, and team support to uphold high standards of care within a small animal general practice.

The successful candidate will have a DVM/VMD, NC license, and strong small animal GP experience, with opportunities for leadership development and ongoing education in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary qualification.
Current NC veterinary license or eligibility.
Strong small animal general practice experience.
Ability to provide clinical leadership and mentorship.
Excellent diagnostic and clinical decision‑making abilities.
Strong communication and client relationships.
Collaborative and team‑oriented leadership style.
Commitment to maintaining high standards of veterinary medicine and patient care.
Interest in continued professional and leadership development.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive medical care for small animal patients.
Lead by example in delivering high standards of veterinary medicine and client care.
Support and mentor veterinarians and members of the clinical team.
Help maintain consistent clinical standards and best practices.
Conduct wellness examinations and preventative healthcare appointments.
Diagnose and manage illnesses, injuries and ongoing medical conditions.
Develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans.
Perform general practice procedures appropriate to clinical experience.
Communicate clearly with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment recommendations and preventative care.
Collaborate with veterinary technicians, support staff and practice leadership.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient medical records.
Contribute to a positive, collaborative and professionally supportive working environment.

Skills

DVM/VMD degree

Clinical leadership

Small animal GP

North Carolina license

Communication skills

Mentorship

Education

DVM/VMD degree

NC veterinary license

Job description

Lead Veterinarian – Gastonia, North Carolina

Location: Gastonia, North Carolina
Job Type: Full-Time
Practice Type: Small Animal General Practice
Salary: Competitive base salary plus monthly production compensation with no negative accrual (from $150,000 to $170,000)
Sign-On Bonus: Available
Relocation Assistance: Available

About the Role

A veterinary practice is seeking a Full-Time Lead Veterinarian to join its established small animal general practice team in Gastonia, North Carolina.

This position combines hands‑on clinical medicine with the opportunity to provide clinical leadership, mentorship and support to the wider veterinary team. It is well suited to an experienced veterinarian who enjoys delivering excellent patient care while helping maintain strong clinical standards and a collaborative practice culture.

Doctors benefit from clinical autonomy, an experienced support team and access to ongoing professional and leadership development.

The compensation structure includes a competitive base salary with monthly production compensation and no negative accrual, alongside a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

About the Practice

The practice provides comprehensive small animal care within a supportive and collaborative environment. Veterinarians work alongside a dedicated and highly skilled support team, allowing doctors to focus on high-quality medicine, efficient case management and positive client experiences.

The culture emphasizes respect, teamwork and continued professional development. The Lead Veterinarian will have the opportunity to contribute to clinical standards, support colleagues and help foster an environment where the veterinary team can continue to develop.

Located in Gastonia, North Carolina, the area combines Southern charm with convenient access to urban amenities. Its proximity to Charlotte provides additional dining, entertainment, cultural and recreational opportunities while allowing residents to enjoy a more relaxed community setting.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive medical care for small animal patients.
Lead by example in delivering high standards of veterinary medicine and client care.
Support and mentor veterinarians and members of the clinical team.
Help maintain consistent clinical standards and best practices.
Conduct wellness examinations and preventative healthcare appointments.
Diagnose and manage illnesses, injuries and ongoing medical conditions.
Develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans.
Perform general practice procedures appropriate to clinical experience.
Communicate clearly with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment recommendations and preventative care.
Collaborate with veterinary technicians, support staff and practice leadership.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient medical records.
Contribute to a positive, collaborative and professionally supportive working environment.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will have:

A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent veterinary qualification.
A current veterinary license or eligibility to practice in North Carolina.
Strong small animal general practice experience.
The confidence and experience to provide clinical leadership and mentorship.
Excellent diagnostic and clinical decision‑making abilities.
Strong communication and client relationship skills.
A collaborative and team‑oriented leadership style.
A commitment to maintaining high standards of veterinary medicine and patient care.
An interest in continued professional and leadership development.

Compensation & Benefits

The practice offers a comprehensive package designed to reward clinical expertise while supporting career development, wellbeing and work‑life balance, including: