Medical Director

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary plus production-based bonuses

Sign-on/relocation bonuses

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

CE allowance

Professional dues and memberships

Leadership and professional growth

Job summary

Oley Valley Animal Clinic is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to lead our established small animal practice while staying actively involved in patient care. The role combines clinical excellence with medical leadership and team mentorship in a collaborative hospital setting.

We emphasize compassionate medicine, continuous learning, and growth opportunities, with a supportive team and modern facilities to enable excellent patient outcomes and client service.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AVMA-accredited veterinary school or ECFVG certification.
• Active veterinary license.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate medicine.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Enjoy mentoring, developing, and supporting others.
• Collaborative mindset to help hospital and people grow.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and maintain high standards of patient care.
• Mentor and support veterinarians and team members.
• Help establish medical protocols and best practices.
• Encourage collaboration, communication, and continued learning.
• Ensure veterinary standards, regulations, and licensing requirements are met.
• Partner on hospital operations, budgeting, and opportunities for growth.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Licensing

Collaborative mindset

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary school or ECFVG certification

Job description

Managing Veterinarian

Oley Valley Animal Clinic | Oley, PA

Love practicing medicine but ready to have a bigger impact?

Oley Valley Animal Clinic is looking for a Managing Veterinarian to join our team and help lead the next chapter of our well-established small animal practice.

Serving dogs and cats throughout Oley Valley and the surrounding communities, we’re proud to combine quality medicine with the comfortable, personal feel of a community practice. We also work closely with three local rescue organizations, giving our team the opportunity to make an even bigger impact on animals throughout the area.

A Hospital Built for Great Medicine

Our hospital was remodeled just two years ago and offers a bright, modern space designed to help our team work efficiently and provide excellent patient care.

You’ll have access to:

• Seven state-of-the-art exam rooms
• A spacious, dedicated surgical suite
• A modern dentistry suite
• Well‑equipped treatment areas
• The ability to perform a wide variety of soft‑tissue surgical procedures
• Same‑day sick appointments for patients who need more immediate care
• A dedicated and experienced support team committed to helping our doctors provide exceptional patient care

Appointments are generally scheduled for 30 minutes, whether sick or wellness, allowing our doctors to maintain a steady flow while still building relationships with clients and their pets.

The Opportunity

As our Managing Veterinarian, you won’t be trading your stethoscope for a desk. You’ll remain an active part of patient care while also serving as a trusted medical leader for the hospital.

You’ll partner closely with our Hospital Manager to:

• Provide medical leadership and maintain high standards of patient care
• Mentor and support veterinarians and team members
• Help establish medical protocols and best practices
• Encourage collaboration, communication, and continued learning
• Ensure veterinary standards, regulations, and licensing requirements are met
• Partner on hospital operations, budgeting, and opportunities for growth
• Help shape the future of the practice and build a culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work

We’re also open to mentoring, making this a great opportunity for a leader who enjoys teaching, coaching, and helping other veterinary professionals grow.

A Schedule With Flexibility

We know there’s no one-size‑fits‑all veterinary schedule. Our doctors have flexibility to build a schedule that works for them, including 8- or 10‑hour days, with some doctors choosing three longer days per week.

Hospital hours are:

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM–7:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
• Sunday: Closed

Doctors begin appointments at 9:00 AM, and Saturday coverage is every other Saturday.

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an AVMA‑accredited veterinary school or successful completion of the ECFVG certification program
• Active veterinary license
• Commitment to providing high‑quality, compassionate medicine
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Someone who enjoys mentoring, developing, and supporting others
• A collaborative mindset and desire to help a hospital and its people grow

Why Oley Valley & NVA?

• Base salary of $130,000–$175,000, depending on experience
• Production‑based bonuses
• Sign‑on, retention, and relocation bonuses available
• Flexible scheduling and work‑life balance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education allowance
• Professional dues and memberships
• Leadership and professional development opportunities

Ready to Make It Yours?

This is an opportunity to step into an established hospital with a beautifully updated facility, a supportive team, flexible scheduling, and plenty of room to make your mark.

If you’re looking for a leadership role where you can practice great medicine, mentor others, and help shape the future of a hospital, we’d love to meet you.

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 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.