Managing Veterinarian

Pittsburgh Premier Veterinary Care.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Long-term bonus

Job summary

Pittsburgh Premier Veterinary Care is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to lead a growing team in a state-of-the-art hospital near Pittsburgh, PA. You will mentor staff, shape medical protocols, and partner on strategic growth while maintaining a clinical caseload aligned with your interests.

The role offers substantial signing and relocation bonuses, a focus on work‑life balance, and opportunity to implement advanced services in a modern practice.

Qualifications

• Leadership role shaping hospital direction and culture.
• Mentor and develop veterinary team to uphold high standards of care.
• Licensed DVM with ability to lead clinical discussions and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support the veterinary team.
• Guide medical protocols and patient care standards.
• Partner with leadership on strategic planning, recruiting, and growth.
• Maintain a clinical caseload aligned with interests.
• Introduce new services and programs as the hospital expands.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Clinical leadership

Team collaboration

Strategic planning

Education

DVM degree

Tools

IDEXX equipment

Ultrasound

Job description

Job Description

Lead. Inspire. Grow.

Managing Veterinarian | Pittsburgh Premier Veterinary Care

Pittsburgh, PA

A brand-new hospital. A team excited for leadership. An opportunity to make your mark.

If you've been looking for a leadership role where you can truly shape a hospital's future-not just maintain the status quo-this could be exactly what you've been waiting for.

Pittsburgh Premier Veterinary Care

Pittsburgh Premier Veterinary Care is searching for a passionate Managing Veterinarian to lead our growing team as we enter an exciting new chapter. Our beautifully renovated, state-of-the-art hospital is ready for its next leader, and we're looking for someone who enjoys mentoring others, practicing exceptional medicine, and building a collaborative, positive culture where both people and pets thrive.

Why You'll Love It Here

You’ll be joining an experienced, enthusiastic support team of six-including three Credentialed Veterinary Technicians‑who are eager to welcome a medical leader they can learn from and grow alongside.

Our newly renovated hospital was thoughtfully designed to support outstanding patient care and make your day‑to‑day practice as enjoyable as possible. You’ll have access to:

• Five spacious exam rooms
• A fully equipped surgical suite
• Dedicated dental suite featuring heated dental tables and hand‑held dental radiographs
• Digital radiology suite with portable ultrasound
• Open‑concept treatment area with four procedure tables
• Dedicated rehabilitation space complete with an underwater treadmill, dry treadmill, therapeutic ultrasound, and laser therapy

A Leadership Role That Makes a Difference

As our Managing Veterinarian, you’ll have the opportunity to help shape both the medical direction and future growth of the hospital. You’ll:

• Mentor and support the veterinary team
• Guide medical protocols and uphold high standards of patient care
• Partner with hospital leadership on strategic planning, recruiting, and future growth
• Maintain a clinical caseload that reflects your interests and strengths
• Help introduce new services, ideas, and programs as the hospital continues to expand

If you enjoy inspiring others while still practicing medicine, you’ll feel right at home here.

Practice the Medicine You Love

Our doctors enjoy a diverse caseload that includes wellness care, urgent care, surgery, dentistry, and‑if you’re interested‑exotic patients.

You’ll also have access to excellent technology, including:

• IDEXX in‑house laboratory (Catalyst, ProCyte, and Sedivue)
• IDEXX digital radiography with telemedicine consultation
• Portable ultrasound
• Access to visiting mobile specialists
• Opportunities to pursue interests in surgery, rehabilitation, or exotic medicine

Work-Life Balance Matters

We believe great medicine starts with a healthy, supported team.

Hospital Hours

• Monday-Thursday: 9:00 AM-7:00 PM
• Friday: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM
• No weekends
• No on-call
• Optional walk‑in/urgent care appointments (10:00 AM-1:00 PM) at doctor discretion
• Expanded scheduling opportunities as our team continues to grow

Compensation & Benefits

We’re committed to investing in exceptional veterinary leaders.

Compensation includes:

• $130,000-$150,000 base salary
• Production‑based bonuses
• $25,000 Signing Bonus
• $30,000 Long‑Term Commitment Bonus, paid as three $10,000 milestone bonuses throughout your tenure

We also offer an outstanding benefits package including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Continuing education stipend
• Full reimbursement for Pennsylvania license and DEA registration
• 100% company‑paid professional liability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• HSA and FSA options
• Life insurance
• Discounted pet insurance, LifeLock, and Legal Aid services
• Paid vacation and sick leave

Relocating? Qualified Managing Veterinarians may receive $20,000 or more in relocation assistance through our corporate relocation partner (eligibility based on role, location, business need, and approval).

Love Where You Live

Located in Penn Hills, just minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds‑a welcoming suburban community with quick access to everything the city has to offer.

Spend your weekends exploring professional sporting events, award‑winning restaurants, museums, breweries, parks, concerts, and vibrant neighborhoods‑all within about 15 minutes of the hospital.

Ready to Lead Something Special?

Whether you’re already an experienced Medical Director or you’re ready to take the next step into leadership, we’d love to show you what makes Pittsburgh Premier Veterinary Care such an exciting place to build your future.

Come lead a hospital that’s growing, innovating, and ready for its next chapter‑with you at the helm.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting‑related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.