Medical Director

NCVMA; Dover (DE); Hybride; USD 130 000 - 175 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Signing and performance bonuses

Flexible scheduling

Comprehensive benefits package (health

Annual CE allowance

Ownership opportunities

Relocation assistance

Résumé du poste

Governors Avenue Animal Hospital in Dover, Delaware, seeks an experienced Managing Veterinarian to lead the medical team while remaining active in clinical care. You will shape medical standards, mentor veterinarians, and foster a culture where people and pets thrive.

The role offers signing and performance bonuses, flexible scheduling, a comprehensive benefits package, annual CE allowance, and potential ownership opportunities.

Qualifications

• DVM degree or equivalent required.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsabilités

• Provide medical leadership and oversight of the veterinary team
• Develop and uphold medical protocols and best practices
• Ensure regulatory compliance and high standards of care
• Mentor and coach veterinarians and staff
• Partner with Hospital Manager on budgeting and operations
• Lead clinically while maintaining patient care involvement

Connaissances

DVM degree

Leadership

Communication

Formation

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Description du poste

Join Our Team! Managing Veterinarian Opportunity
Governors Avenue Animal Hospital | Dover, DE

***Up to $35,000 in Sign-On Bonuses***

Governors Avenue Animal Hospital has proudly served the Dover community since the 1950s. We provide compassionate, high-quality care for cats, dogs, pocket pets, and birds, with a strong emphasis on client education, clear communication, and exceptional medical standards. We are now seeking an experienced Managing Veterinarian to lead our dedicated team.

Who We Are

Our hospital is built on collaboration, respect, and positivity. We are a hands-on team that supports one another, steps in when help is needed, and shares a collective commitment to excellent patient care.

The Opportunity

As Managing Veterinarian, you'll continue doing what you love most: practicing veterinary medicine and building meaningful relationships with patients and clients. In addition, you'll play a key leadership role by guiding medical standards, mentoring veterinarians, and fostering a culture where both people and pets thrive.

Job Duties

• Provide medical leadership and oversight of the veterinary team
• Develop and uphold medical protocols and best practices
• Ensure regulatory compliance and high standards of care
• Mentor, coach, and inspire veterinarians and support staff
• Partner closely with the Hospital Manager on budgeting, financial performance, and operational improvements
• This is an ideal role for a veterinarian who enjoys leadership, values teamwork, and wants to make a lasting impact without stepping away from clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
• A strong commitment to delivering exceptional, evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Proven ability to lead, delegate, and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation with signing and performance bonuses
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Annual CE allowance, professional dues, and equipment support
• Unique joint venture opportunities to gain ownership and invest in your practice
• Relocating MDVMs receive $20,000 or more towards stress-free relocation assistance with our corporate relocation partner*

Compensation

• Base salary: $130,000-$175,000, commensurate with experience
• Additional production-based bonuses

About Dover, Delaware

Located in Delaware's charming capital city, Governors Avenue Animal Hospital offers access to rich history, museums, and outdoor recreation. Dover is minutes from Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, close to Delaware's beautiful beaches, and within easy driving distance of major metropolitan areas-making it an ideal place to live and work.

*Relocation benefits are offered at NVA GP's discretion and are available only for approved Managing Veterinarian roles within the following states: OH, WV, PA, MD, NJ, NY, MA, RI, CT, VT, NH, ME. Eligibility is dependent on distance moved, business need, and final approval from Talent Acquisition. Payment amounts and criteria may vary by role and are subject to change at any time.

Relocation benefits are not available for local moves (e.g., short-distance moves within the same metro area). NVA GP reserves the right to determine whether a move qualifies as "relocation" based on mileage thresholds, candidate address, and business rationale.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

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.