Lead Veterinarian: Growth, Autonomy & Mentorship

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Bloomfield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation assistance

Generous PTO + Paid Parental Leave

Yearly CE Funds

License fees covered

401(k) Match + Equity Opportunities

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Essex Animal Hospital in Bloomfield, NJ is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to oversee medical care for small animals in a well-established practice. You will lead the clinical team, shape treatment plans, and maintain the hospital’s standard of care with an emphasis on compassionate medicine.

This full-time role offers high-quality diagnostics, in-house labs, digital radiology, ultrasound, and a supportive CVP network.

Qualifications

• DVM required and active NJ license
• Leadership experience in a hospital setting preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Lead veterinary team to deliver high-quality care
• Provide medical decision-making and client communication
• Collaborate with support staff to ensure efficient operations

Skills

Leadership & team management

Clinical oversight

Small animal medicine

Diagnostics & imaging

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

In-house labs

Digital radiology

Ultrasound

Job description

Essex Animal Hospital in Bloomfield, NJ is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to oversee medical care for small animals in a well-established practice. You will lead the clinical team, shape treatment plans, and maintain the hospital’s standard of care with an emphasis on compassionate medicine.

This full-time role offers high-quality diagnostics, in-house labs, digital radiology, ultrasound, and a supportive CVP network.