Lead Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Veterinarian

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents, and people!

If you want to make a real difference, grow your career in a supportive environment, and lead a veterinary team committed to excellence, this is an incredible opportunity.

Our organization is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and our veterinary professionals. With hundreds of veterinary hospitals across the U.S., we are dedicated to providing high-quality medical care, a compassionate client experience, and a culture of teamwork and growth.

Position Overview

The Lead Veterinarian is responsible for leading the veterinary medical team and ensuring that every patient receives exceptional care while providing a welcoming and supportive environment for clients. This position partners closely with the Hospital Office Manager to drive both medical and operational excellence. The Hospital Medical Leader represents the mission and commitments of the hospital to all clients, veterinarians, and hospital partners.

Essential Job Functions

• Leadership & Management
• Lead and mentor the hospital’s veterinary team.
• Partner with the Hospital Office Manager to provide cohesive and collaborative leadership.
• Coach and develop veterinarians to continuously improve clinical skills, communication, and teamwork.
• Ensure full compliance with medical SOPs, state practice acts, and applicable regulations.
• Participate in candidate interviews, hiring, and onboarding of veterinarians.
• Develop veterinarian schedules and ensure coverage and continuity of care.
• Review hospital performance, including medical quality and financial outcomes, and partner with leadership to achieve business goals.
• Analyze hospital P&L reports to drive revenue growth through efficiency and quality.
• Conduct reviews of medical records and provide feedback to elevate standards of care.
• Address client concerns promptly and professionally.
• Maintain DEA compliance and oversee controlled substances.
• Foster a strong culture of safety for clients, team members, and patients.

Clinical Care

Other Duties

Supervision & Collaboration

The Lead - Veterinarian reports to the Area Medical Director for clinical oversight and guidance. Collaboration, professionalism, and mentorship are key expectations within the hospital environment.

Qualifications

Work Environment

This role operates within a full-service veterinary hospital. Duties require frequent standing, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 30 lbs. Regular interaction with clients, team members, and pets is essential to success in this role.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health, financial stability, and wellbeing. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, performance incentives, and continuing education support.

Why Join?

If you’re ready to lead with compassion, inspire a talented veterinary team, and help create a brighter future for pets and their people — we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and make a lasting impact as a Lead Veterinarian.