Veterinary Practice Leader — Managing Veterinarian

Kettering Animal Hospital; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Production-based earnings

Joint venture partnership options

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

Direct Jobs is seeking a passionate Managing Veterinarian to lead Kettering Animal Hospital in Ohio. You'll enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for mentorship and leadership growth. The role offers a competitive compensation package up to $190K DOE, relocation assistance, and the chance to shape the medical direction of a well-established practice. Ideal candidates will have a DVM/VMD degree and experience in veterinary leadership, with an interest in advanced surgical procedures being a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have a DVM or VMD degree and be eligible for licensure in Ohio.
• Experience leading a veterinary team is preferred.
• Interest in advanced surgical procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the veterinary team in a small animal practice.
• Ensure high standards of care and client satisfaction.
• Shape medical direction and contribute to practice growth.

Skills

Leadership

Veterinary Medicine

Surgical Procedures

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Experience in veterinary leadership

Tools

Digital radiology

Ultrasound

CO laser

Job description

Step Into the New Year as a Practice Leader

The new year is the perfect time to take the next step in your veterinary career. Kettering Animal Hospital is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated veterinarian to either grow into a Managing Veterinarian role or bring prior MDVM experience to lead our well-established, 4-doctor small animal practice.

Whether you’re ready to lead now or prefer to transition into leadership from an associate role, we’ll support your journey every step of the way with strong mentorship and experienced staff by your side.

Located in Kettering—Dayton’s largest suburb—you’ll enjoy easy access to great restaurants, shopping, and nightlife, all while working in a hospital known for progressive medicine and compassionate care. Many of our team members have been with us for decades, creating a stable, collaborative foundation for our next leader to build upon.

Why This Is a Fresh Start Worth Making

Compensation up to $190K DOE, with production-based earnings

Joint Venture partnership and hospital ownership options for the right candidate

$20,000+ relocation assistance for MDVMs, supported by a corporate relocation partner

The opportunity to shape medical direction and make a thriving hospital your own

The Hospital You’ll Lead

Our fully equipped surgical and diagnostic suite supports high-quality medicine and clinical growth, including:

CO₂ laser & cold therapy laser

Ultrasound & in-house lab

Cardell monitoring, new surgical lighting

2 experienced RVTs and 5 skilled assistants supporting surgery

Practice Highlights

Scheduled appointments only

Electronic medical records

Established local VMA and loyal client base

An interest in advanced surgical procedures is a plus—but not required. What matters most is your enthusiasm to lead, influence clinical excellence, and start the year building something meaningful.

Make this the year you step into leadership—and make your mark.

*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 (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 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.