Managing Veterinarian

Abqpetcarehospital; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Job summary

Roanoke Animal Hospital in Eastern North Carolina seeks a Managing Veterinarian to oversee medical and surgical services, champion client education, and guide staff development. You will partner with a skilled support team in a modern practice featuring ultrasound, digital radiology, and comprehensive diagnostics.

This leadership role offers a generous compensation package with a base salary up to $130,000 plus production bonuses, optional incentives up to $25,000, and a robust benefits program

Qualifications

• DVM degree required and current licensure to practice in North Carolina.
• Proven leadership and staff mentoring abilities.
• Strong client communication and exceptional service orientation.
• Commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee surgical and medical cases across doctors to ensure positive outcomes.
• Provide client education and clear explanations of procedures and costs.
• Direct medical standards, quality of care, and inventory management.
• Establish and enforce medical protocols and case transfer processes.
• Drive hospital growth while controlling costs and maintaining high care standards.
• Mentor and evaluate staff, lead recruitment, and support CE initiatives.

Skills

DVM degree

Licensure NC

Leadership

Client communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital radiology

Job description

Roanoke Animal Hospital is Eastern North Carolina’s premier full‑service veterinary hospital. Our modern practice offers a wide variety of cutting edge medical, surgical, and dental treatment options to a loyal and compliant clientele. Our doctors enjoy the support of a cohesively trained, cheerful staff, and a sustainable work‑life balance.

Potential Ownership Interest: Provided you maintain continued employment and good standing with the Hospital, you may be permitted to participate in the JV Pathway to Partnership Program or similar program which may prepare you to purchase an agreed‑upon ownership interest in the Hospital at a future date. The terms of any such program are subject to change at the Company’s discretion and without notice. The purchase of any ownership interest shall be in accordance with any terms the Board deems appropriate at such time in the future.

Managing Veterinarian – Role Overview

• Up to $130,000 base salary plus production bonuses
• Choice of Incentive up to $25,000: Student Loan Repayment Plan, Retention Bonus, Sign-On Bonus, Health Insurance Reimbursement, Vacation Allowance, White Glove Relocation Assistance or Donation to a charity of your choice
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, ancillary coverage & 401k
• Attractive PTO and a rotating schedule which will provide a healthy work‑life balance from large blocks of days off, including weekends and no on‑call hours required
• $2500 in CE and in addition we will pay for Licensing, DEA, dues & fees
• Opportunity to provide new services to our community – Roanoke Animal Hospital supports the CE interests of our Veterinarians

Our practice enjoys the support of a well‑trained and highly utilized technical support staff along with high quality diagnostic, treatment, and surgical equipment, allowing you to practice in an encouraging, supportive environment.

• Fully equipped surgical suite, offering a variety of soft tissue surgeries
• Ultrasound and Echocardiogram
• Digital radiology – including dental
• Reproductive services
• Full‑service boarding, grooming, and daycare

Leadership Qualities, Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are looking for someone who will foster a positive, supportive environment that will encourage learning and collaboration across our team. We want someone who instills teamwork! You should be passionate about providing quality medicine, client education, and exceptional service to our loyal clientele.

Advancing Medical Care

• Oversee surgical and medical cases for all doctors, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education
• Answer client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures
• Provide oversight and direction of medical standards, quality of care and inventory
• Establish medical protocols
• Oversee transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor
• Minimize waste and control costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories

Leading Staff and Practice

• Participate in recruiting and interviewing process for Doctors, and when appropriate general staff members
• Be passionate about mentoring other Associates
• Monitor Doctor performance and production
• Participate in technician appraisal and medical counseling sessions
• Ensure all medical staff receive applicable training, including the mentoring of new graduates
• Supports the Hospital Manager with staff training programs and tracking CE and DVM licensure

Financial Responsibilities

• Drive revenue and contribute to hospital growth, including managing hospital expenses
• Assist in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget and capital budget
• Monitor key financial reports
• Drive patient visits and encourage community involvement
• Embrace change and support interests within the hospital
• Monitor client service, marketing, and growth initiatives

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of North Carolina
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Delegates tasks and achieves results with hospital team members
• Makes decisions confidently and effectively
• Leads employees by coaching, correcting, developing, and motivating them to achieve success
• Manages time and tasks appropriately
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients

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.