Medical Director & Lead Veterinarian - Lead & Elevate Care

NVA General Practice; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hospital profit-sharing program

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

CE sponsorship

Job summary

Centralia Animal Hospital in Chester, VA is seeking a Medical Director/Managing GP Veterinarian to lead a collaborative team and maintain high medical standards. You will shape the clinical culture, grow the doctor group, and partner with an established support staff to deliver exceptional patient care.

The role offers a competitive salary with a strong benefits package, profit sharing, and opportunities to expand services in a community-focused hospital.

Qualifications

• Veterinary medical leadership experience preferred in a clinic setting.
• Strong client communication and education skills.
• Ability to mentor staff and manage CE/licensure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee surgical and medical cases and ensure positive outcomes.
• Provide client education and address questions about procedures.
• Direct medical standards and manage stock/inventory.
• Recruit and mentor doctors and staff; monitor performance.
• Plan annual budgets and drive hospital growth.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Recruiting

Staff training

Team collaboration

Client education

Education

DVM degree

Tools

Idexx Catalyst One

Surgivet monitoring system

Doppler

Therapy laser

In-house pharmacy

Job description

Centralia Animal Hospital in Chester, VA is seeking a Medical Director/Managing GP Veterinarian to lead a collaborative team and maintain high medical standards. You will shape the clinical culture, grow the doctor group, and partner with an established support staff to deliver exceptional patient care.

The role offers a competitive salary with a strong benefits package, profit sharing, and opportunities to expand services in a community-focused hospital.