Medical Lead Veterinarian

Veterinarian Position at Myrtle Grove Animal Hospital

At Myrtle Grove Animal Hospital, we believe patient care begins with cultivating a supportive and high-standard culture for all our teammates. You are joining a practice that has earned the prestigious AAHA accreditation, reflecting our dedication to quality small animal medicine and surgery. The trust the community places in us is evident in our outstanding 4.8-star Google rating. If you are seeking a location where you can immediately contribute to best-in-class veterinary medicine, this is your opportunity. Our commitment to you extends beyond the day-to-day schedule. We are dedicated to ensuring every teammate has the resources necessary to succeed and advance their careers. This includes access to robust educational programs and support systems designed to help you reach professional goals, whether that means pursuing specialization, becoming a credentialed technician, or stepping into a leadership role. We prioritize building stable, knowledgeable teams that support one another through every medical challenge. As an AAHA-accredited practice, you will work within a framework dedicated to advanced medical quality, particularly in small animal care and complex surgery cases. To ensure you can deliver the best outcomes, our veterinarians benefit from internal specialty consultation services, allowing access to expert guidance without leaving the facility. We invest in the tools and technology required to help you do your best work, ensuring our hospital environment matches the high standards of care our patients deserve. Beyond the hospital doors lies Wilmington, North Carolina, a beautiful port city offering an incredible coastal lifestyle. Here, you can balance a demanding career with easy access to historic sites, vibrant downtown areas, and stunning beaches. Wilmington is renowned for its combination of Southern charm, arts culture, and outdoor recreation, making it an ideal place to grow professionally while enjoying a high quality of life.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual .

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.