Senior Veterinarian – Founding Partner Opportunity – Richmond, VA

Desort; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity/ownership

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Relocation assistance

Continuing education

Professional liability coverage

Paid time off

Career development

Mentorship network

Job summary

Desort is seeking a Senior Veterinarian to lead the launch of a new, fully supported small animal hospital in Richmond, VA. You will shape medical direction, team culture, and client experience from the ground up, with autonomy and strong operational support.

The role offers leadership responsibilities, equity/ownership opportunities, and a competitive compensation package aligned with hospital growth, plus relocation assistance and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility.
• Strong clinical, diagnostic and surgical skills.
• Leadership experience or interest in a leadership role.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in practice development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the medical vision, standards of care, and clinical operations of the hospital.
• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and preventative care for small animal patients.
• Build, mentor, and support a collaborative veterinary team.
• Establish protocols and workflows aligned with best practices and your clinical approach.
• Deliver a high standard of client service through clear communication and education.
• Contribute to hospital performance, growth, and overall success.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical excellence

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

DVM/VMD

Active license

Job description

Senior Veterinarian - Founding Partner Opportunity - Richmond, VA

A forward-thinking veterinary organization is seeking aSenior Veterinarian to lead the launch of a new, fully supported small animal hospital. This role offers the opportunity to shape the hospital’s medical direction, team culture, and client experience from the ground up. This position is well-suited for an experienced veterinarian who is motivated by professional growth, leadership, and building a practice aligned with their clinical approach. You’ll have the autonomy to practice medicine your way, supported by established operational infrastructure and resources.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the medical vision, standards of care, and clinical operations of the hospital
• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and preventative care for small animal patients
• Build, mentor, and support a collaborative veterinary team
• Establish protocols and workflows aligned with best practices and your clinical approach
• Deliver a high standard of client service through clear communication and education
• Contribute to hospital performance, growth, and overall success

What We’re Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree
• Active or eligible veterinary license
• Strong clinical, diagnostic, and surgical skills
• Leadership experience or interest in a leadership role
• Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in practice development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to high-quality, individualized patient care

What You’ll Gain

• Leadership role in launching and developing a new hospital
• Performance-based incentives tied to hospital growthEquity/ownership opportunity
• Monthly production-based compensation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Professional liability coverage
• Paid time off and relocation assistance
• Leadership training, mentorship, and career development pathways
• Access to a broad network of veterinary professionals for collaboration and support

Contact

For more information, please contact:

Laura Minier
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.