Managing Veterinarian

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Ownership opportunity

Leadership training

Hospital growth opportunity

Job summary

The Animal Hospital on the Golden Strip in Williamsport, PA, is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to lead our newly built hospital while continuing to practice medicine.

You will mentor staff, align medical standards with growth plans, and have the option for joint ownership. We offer robust bonuses and relocation support to fit your career goals.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD with eligibility for Pennsylvania veterinary license.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Experience leading a veterinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical standards and clinical operations.
• Mentor staff and support hospital growth.
• Collaborate with Hospital Manager to drive culture.
• Support new graduates and community relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team management

Education

DVM or VMD

Job description

Hospital Name: The Animal Hospital on the Golden Strip

Job Type: Veterinarian - Managing / Medical Director

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

The Animal Hospital on the Golden Strip | Williamsport, PA

Ready to lead, grow, and make an impact in one of Pennsylvania’s best places to live?

The Animal Hospital on the Golden Strip is looking for a Managing Veterinarian to help lead our beautiful, newly built hospital into its next chapter!

And there’s even more reason to consider Williamsport for your next chapter —

Williamsport was just named the #2 Best Place to Live in Pennsylvania by U.S. News & World Report!

This is a great opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who loves practicing medicine but is also excited about mentoring others, shaping hospital culture, and having a voice in how a practice grows. And if ownership is something you’ve thought about, joint ownership is available—but completely optional.

• $40,000 signing bonus
• $45,000 Long-Term Commitment Bonus — paid as three $15,000 milestone bonuses
• Management bonus based on hospital performance
• $20,000+ relocation assistance for qualifying moves
• Joint ownership opportunity if that’s part of your career goals
• Leadership and management training provided

Your Role

You’ll be the medical leader of the hospital while still doing what you love—practicing veterinary medicine.

You’ll work closely with the Hospital Manager to support the team, mentor and develop staff, maintain high medical standards, and help the hospital continue to grow.

You’ll also have the opportunity to support new graduates, strengthen relationships within the community, and help shape the future of the practice.

Great medicine starts with a great team—and we have one! Our fantastic 10-person support team includes technicians, veterinary assistants, receptionists, and kennel attendants who work together to keep each day running smoothly and support our doctors every step of the way.

It’s a collaborative, team-focused environment where everyone plays an important role in delivering exceptional care.

You’ll get to practice in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility featuring:

• Enclosed surgical and dental suites
• Large treatment area
• Private doctors’ office
• Full in-house laboratory
• Digital radiology
• Therapeutic laser
• Boarding accommodations for up to 40 pets

In other words, you’ll have the space, technology, and support to practice great medicine while building the kind of hospital culture you want to be part of.

Benefits That Support You, Too

We offer health, dental, vision, and life insurance, vacation and sick time, 401(k) with match, paid licensing, CE days and allowance, and more.

You’ll also have access to hands‑on CE at our 4,000-square-foot veterinary training facility outside Chicago, with programs in dentistry, anesthesia, diagnostic ultrasound, surgery, and other clinical areas.

Why Williamsport? Now There’s Even More to Love!

Looking for a great career opportunity and a great place to call home?

Williamsport was just named the #2 Best Place to Live in Pennsylvania by U.S. News & World Report!

And honestly, we’re not surprised.

Best known as the historic home of Little League Baseball, Williamsport offers that perfect mix of small‑city charm and plenty to do. You’ll find outdoor recreation, local markets, community events, great restaurants, and an easygoing lifestyle—all while being within driving distance of Harrisburg, Philadelphia, and New York City.

Whether you’re considering a move for the right career opportunity or simply ready for a change of scenery, Williamsport gives you plenty of reasons to put down roots.

A beautiful, state‑of‑the‑art hospital. A leadership opportunity with room to make your mark. And now, one of Pennsylvania’s top‑ranked places to live.

Sounds like a pretty great place for your next chapter.

If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can practice medicine, lead a great team, grow professionally, and truly make your mark on a hospital, we’d love to meet you.

Qualifications: DVM or VMD with eligibility for a valid Pennsylvania veterinary license.

Relocation assistance is available for approved Managing Veterinarian roles and qualifying moves at NVA GP’s discretion. Eligibility and payment amounts are based on distance moved, business need, candidate location, and final Talent Acquisition approval. Local moves may not qualify.