Medical Lead Veterinarian

Lead Veterinarian – Charlotte, NC | Leadership Opportunity | AAHA Accredited Hospital Why this role stands out Ready to take the next step into clinical leadership while continuing to practice high-quality medicine? Join a respected AAHA-accredited hospital offering: Lead Veterinarian position with genuine leadership responsibility Collaborative multi-doctor environment Strong operational and management support Career development and mentoring opportunities The Practice Long-established AAHA-accredited small animal hospital Outstanding reputation with an excellent local client base Comprehensive facilities supporting preventative care, diagnostics, surgery, urgent care, rehabilitation, and advanced medicine High clinical standards with modern equipment and established medical protocols Supportive, collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional patient care Strong emphasis on mentoring, teamwork, and continuous professional development The Role Full-time Lead Veterinarian position combining clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, including: Leading and mentoring the veterinary team Delivering high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care Supporting hospital performance alongside the Practice Manager Coaching and developing associate veterinarians Driving clinical standards and best practice initiativesLeading doctor meetings and mentoring programmes Building strong client relationships and supporting community engagement Suitable for Experienced Associate Veterinarians ready for leadership Current Lead or Medical Directors seeking a new opportunity Veterinarians passionate about mentoring and team development Clinicians who enjoy balancing medicine with leadership responsibilities Salary & Benefits Competitive salary (DOE) Leadership bonus opportunities Monthly production bonus with no negative accrual 401(k) with company match Health, dental & vision insurance Paid professional liability insurance Generous PTO Paid parental leave CE allowance with dedicated CE days Leadership development programmes Structured career progression Long and short-term disability cover Wellbeing support and telehealth services Location Charlotte, North Carolina is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Southeast, offering outstanding restaurants, professional sports, excellent schools, vibrant nightlife, and easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Carolina coastline. Requirements DVM / VMD (or equivalent) Eligible to work in the US Minimum of 2 years' clinical experience Strong leadership and mentoring skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university NAVLE certification ECFVG or PAVE (if graduated from a non-AVMA accredited program) DEA, State, and USDA licenses (or ability to obtain upon hire) #J-18808-Ljbffr